荷兰乌得勒支大学2023年招聘博士后（组织行为学）

荷兰乌得勒支大学2023年招聘博士后（组织行为学）

乌得勒支大学（Utrecht University，简称：UU），又名乌特勒支大学，是世界顶尖公立研究型大学，欧洲最古老的大学之一，多次被U.S. News和软科世界大学学术排名评为荷兰第一。

乌得勒支大学建立于1636年，该校位于荷兰第四大城市乌得勒支。迄今为止，乌得勒支大学共培养出12位诺贝尔奖得主以及15位斯宾诺莎奖得主。学校现为欧洲研究型大学联盟和世界大学联盟等组织成员。

Post-Doc Candidate For Project Cluster ‘Appeals To Moral Responsibility: Preventing Negative Effects Of External Pressures And Enhancing Intrinsic Motivation For Behavioural Change’ (1.0 Fte, Duration 3 Years)

Utrecht University

Post-doc candidate for Project Cluster ‘Appeals to Moral Responsibility:

Preventing negative effects of external pressures and enhancing intrinsic motivation for behavioural change' (1.0 FTE, duration 3 years)

Job description

Utrecht University is currently seeking a post-doctoral researcher to join the Organizational Behaviour research group of Distinguished Professor Naomi Ellemers. The primary focus of this position is to develop effective interventions that can enhance intrinsic motivation for behavioural change in morally charged situations. As researcher you will also be responsible for conducting field studies in various settings and among diverse target groups to evaluate the impact of these interventions.

The ultimate goal of the PhD projects is to uncover the underlying mechanisms that engage individuals' sense of moral responsibility, thereby promoting socially responsible conduct among both citizens and organizations. We believe that by understanding these mechanisms, we can develop more effective strategies for inducing positive behavioral change. For a comprehensive overview of the cluster of PhD projects, please refer to the detailed description available at: https: // www. uu.nl/en/research/organisational- behaviour/vacanciesThe post-doc will play a pivotal role in expanding upon the basic research of the PhD projects. The postdoc will be responsible for developing and evaluating interventions that can effectively bring about behavioural change in various real-world contexts, catering to a diverse range of target populations. These contexts include venues like ARTIS Planetarium, business events, or science festivals.

To achieve this, the post-doctoral researcher will employ a two-step approach.

Firstly, by adapting existing activities and interventions to optimize their intended impact within these specific contexts. This may involve tailoring the interventions to resonate with the unique characteristics and needs of each target population.

Secondly, our psycho-physiology lab will provide the post-doctoral researcher with advanced techniques for monitoring the effects of these interventions in the field.

By leveraging the capabilities of this lab, the researcher will be able to gather valuable data and insights into the psychological responses of individuals participating in these interventions. Overall, the post-doctoral researcher will bridge the gap between theory and practice by refining and implementing interventions, and measuring their impact on site. This comprehensive approach will enable us to deepen our understanding of effective strategies for promoting behavioural change in diverse field contexts and among various target populations

Tasks during the first year are:

Review relevant theory and findings from basic research and include these in an intervention guideline for practitioners;

Develop two versions of an intervention based on this guideline and empirically compare their impact in an applied setting;

Write a scholarly report about this intervention that can be submitted for publication;

Write a blog about this intervention for practitioners.

Your responsibilities would be:

Designing and conducting the research (literature research, developing and programming experiments, data collection, analysing data, reporting results), resulting in international scientific publications;

Presenting results at national and international scientific conferences;

Developing guidelines and tools conveying insights from this research for practitioners;

Active participation in the research group and the SCOOP programme;

Initiating contact and managing research collaborations with external parties;

Taking on other (non-research related) tasks that benefit the research group (e.g., teaching, project coordination, max. 10% per year).

Qualifications

You should have:

(Almost) finished a PhD degree in the domain of social psychology or a related discipline;

Demonstrable interest in the topics associated with the project(s);

A solid training in quantitative experimental research and data analysis, good statistical (software) skills;

Affinity and some experience with cognitive or social neuroscientific research and/or the use of psychophysiological measures is a bonus;

Demonstrable interest in synthesizing theories and research findings from different fields;

Excellent academic writing skills;

Publications in (or papers submitted to) relevant international peer- reviewed journals;

Eagerness to publish international articles and communicate about your research;

Proficiency in both the English and Dutch language (Dutch should be at least B1-level or one should be willing and able to acquire this level in an early stage of the project);

A keen interest in both basic research and the application of psychological insights to practice;

Professional attitude and conduct that includes integrity, pragmatism, and good collaborative and communication skills;

Independent thinking and a hands-on mentality;

Motivation and ability to contribute to the goals of the research group.

Offer

We offer a temporary position (1.0 FTE) for one year in an international working environment. After positive evaluation, this can be extended for two further years.

About the organization

A better future for everyone. This ambition motivates our scientists in executing their leading research and inspiring teaching. At Utrecht University, the various disciplines collaborate intensively towards major strategic themes. Our focus is on Dynamics of Youth, Institutions for Open Societies, Life Sciences and Pathways to Sustainability. Sharing science, shaping tomorrow.

The faculty strives for diversity among its employees and students and is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for everyone, as can be read in Utrecht University's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy.The Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences attaches great importance to the fact that its employees can be widely deployed in the university organization, now and in the future, to further professionalize the support of education and research. To encourage this, every employee is given the time and facilities for example in the form of training at some point in their career to participate in projects or work in other departments. Characteristics that the faculty considers important are involvement, the ability to collaborate and flexibility.The faculty is located at Utrecht Science Park near the historical city centre of Utrecht.The post-doc position is embedded in the Organizational Behaviour research group of Distinguished Professor Naomi Ellemers, which focuses on two themes in which fundamental scientific research is directly linked to applications and interventions in the field: Diversity & Inclusion, and Integrity & Ethical behaviour. In addition, the members of the research group consider it important to focus on forming interdisciplinary partnerships and insights, strengthening external visibility of scientific activities and staying connected to organizational practice.

Additional information Additional information concerning this position can be obtained by contacting Professor Naomi Ellemers (Distinguished University Professor) at n.ellemers@uu.nl, Dr. Félice van Nunspeet (Assistant Professor) at f.vannunspeet@uu.nl, or Dr. Madelijn Strick (Associate Professor) at m.strick@uu.nl.

Everyone deserves to feel at home at our university. We welcome employees with a wide variety of backgrounds and perspectives.

a letter of motivation;

a CV with publication list;

contact information of two references.

Applications reaching us in other ways, for example by email, will not be considered.

A first round of interviews with the selection committee will be planned in the last week of August, 2023.

The start date for this position is September 1, 2023.

The application deadline is 20/08/2023