2 Phd Positions

vor 3 Wochen

Zurich, Schweiz ETH Vollzeit

**2 PhD positions to investigate power, motivation, and goal pursuit processes**:
**100%, Zurich, fixed-term**

The Chair of Organizational Behavior (Department of Management, Technology, and Economics (D-MTEC)) has openings for two PhD positions. The position will begin in early 2023 at an agreed-upon date.

**Project background**

Our chair investigates how people pursue their goals effectively and efficiently. We ask questions such as: How do people set goals? Why are some people more successful at focusing on their goals? How do people adapt their effort investment when pursuing goals? What can be done to improve goal pursuit and facilitate goal attainment? Much of our research examines how the experience of social power affects these processes.

Our approach integrates theory and methodology from social-cognitive psychology, organizational psychology, and psychophysiology. To address our research questions, we conduct laboratory, online, and field research using self-report measures, computer tasks, behavioral coding, eye-tracking, and psychophysiological methods such as electroencephalography (EEG) and electrocardiography (ECG).

**Job description**

You are expected to conduct research on topics that are relevant to the chair’s research focus. Research topics should focus on:

- basic motivational, cognitive, and/or psychophysiological processes with the use of experimental research methods in the laboratory, and/or cognition, motivation, and behaviour in the context of organizations

You will be required to present your research at national and international conferences, contribute to group tasks and activities, and publish research findings in international peer-reviewed scientific journals.

**Your profile**
- You should be highly self-motivated, independent, conscientious, and interested in pursuing an academic career.
- You are expected to have team spirit.
- You must hold a master’s degree in psychology, neuroscience, or a management discipline.
- Knowledge of social science research methods (experiments, surveys) and statistic software (e.g., SPSS, R) is requested.
- German language skills are not required, but proficiency in English is mandatory.

**Your workplace**

We offer

ETH Zurich is a family-friendly employer with excellent working conditions. You can look forward to an exciting working environment, cultural diversity, and attractive offers and benefits.

**We value diversity**

In line with our values, ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish.

**Curious? So are we.**
- a cover letter stating your motivation for this position, relevant skills, and research interests
- your CV
- copies of your diplomas
- a writing sample (e.g., a paper/report, or draft of your Master’ thesis) and
- contact details of two references.

**About ETH Zürich**

ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.

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