Postdoc Position in Motivation and Adult Development

vor 2 Wochen


Zurich, Schweiz Department of Psychology, Developmental Psychology: Adulthood Vollzeit

Department of Psychology,_
- Developmental Psychology: Adulthood_
**Postdoc Position in Motivation and Adult Development**
**75 % **:We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher in the area of motivation and adult development to join the Life-Management Lab (headed by Alexandra M. Freund), in the Department of Psychology at the University of Zurich (Switzerland).

Research in the lab primarily involves the investigation of the development of motivational

processes in adulthood using a multi-method approach spanning experimental, behavioral, physiological, and self-report methods (click here for more information on our research).

**Your responsibilities**: The postdoc would work with Prof. Freund on one of the following topics on the

development of prosociality across adulthood and in different cultural contexts.

skills, publication experience in peer-reviewed journals, and a willingness and ability to work in a team.

but not required.

**What we offer**: The appointment is for two years (with the possibility of a renewal), starting as soon as

possible. The annual salary is based on the Swiss public pay scale.

**Place of work**: Psychologisches Institut der Universität Zürich, Universität Zürich-Nord, Binzmühlestrasse, Zürich, Switzerland

**Start of employment**: The position is available as of now and can be started at the earliest possible date.

To apply, submit a cover letter (about 2 pages) describing your interest in and potential

approach to investigating prosociality across adulthood and in different cultural context, as

Please contact Prof. Freund if you require more information about the position.



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