Research technician [REF. 16-2026- 00200004] Temporary call

DeadlineOctober 05, 2026

Description

The CRM(www.crm.cat) is an independent research centre in the CERCA network since 2008, with the purpose of promoting both advanced training and research in all areas of mathematics, in collaboration with universities and other research institutions in Catalonia. CRM’s mission includes transferring knowledge based on the centre's research to society and aiming at having societal impact.

Research at CRM covers a wide spectrum of fields, from the most fundamental areas (algebra/number theory/geometry/topology, analysis and PDEs, combinatorics and dynamical systems) to applied mathematics (in the fields of biomedicine, climate change mitigation and adaptation and natural hazards).

The Computational Neuroscience group at the CRM is looking for a Research Assistant to join the project ‘EXPLAINING AWAY COMO MECANISMO CANONICO DE LA PERCEPCION HUMANA’. This contract is envisaged to start in October 2026.

Applications will be accepted until 5th October 2026

TASKS

Analyze behavioral and EEG data recorded from a cohort of adult human participants, including spectral analysis

Write research manuscript with research outputs

REQUIREMENTS

Strong expertise in the neuroscience of motion processing and decision-making and related electrophysiological markers

Prior experience with EEG data collection, pre-processing and analysis

Masters in computational neuroscience or related

Fluency in english

ASSESSABLE CONDITIONS

High programming skills in Matlab or Python

Clarity of exposition of scientific results

Motivation for research in the neuroscience of perception and decision-making

CONTRACT DETAILS

Full-time (37,5h/week).





Qualification: the candidate must have a MSC in neuroscience or related topic

Estimated start date: October, 2026

Duration of contract: 4 months

Location: CRM facilities.

Versátil working hours and teleworking option.

Training and development opportunities.

Salary set by collective agreement depending on qualifications and experience.

EVALUATION PROCESS AND CRITERIA The selection process will be evaluated by Dr. Alexandre Hyafil asprincipal investigator of the Computational Neuroscience group, Dr. Klaus Wimmer asa member of the Computational Neuroscience group and another member from theresearch group. This process consists in:

2) Shortlist: assessment of the fulfilment of the minimum requirements of the offer.

3) Selection: evaluation of the shortlisted candidates by a total score according to objective criteria.

4) Final decision: If we find the right person, the resolution will be formally communicated and will be published in the CRM careers section.

The CRM has subscribed to the requirements and principles of the European Research Charter and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers. Recruitment will be carried out in accordance with the regulations of the “Llei de l'Estatut dels Treballadors”. The CRM considers the principles of equality on grounds of sex, marital status, nationality, political or religious convictions, sexual orientation, or others, as well as the universal accessibility of people with disabilities provided that they pass the selection processes and can prove their compatibility with the development of the tasks of the job. If any candidate has suggestions or complaints about the selection process, please contact us at [email protected].

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