Faculty of Psychology:
Chair of Clinical Psychology and Digital Psychotherapy DZPG

In order to fill a fixed-term position in part-time (29.8725 hours/week = 75%) at the earliest possible date, we are looking for 1

• Coordination and day-to-day management of a DZPG-affiliated research project investigating worries about harm from others (paranoid thinking) in the general population.
• Preparation and implementation of longitudinal data collection, in collaboration with an external Digital Panel partner.
• Organisation and facilitation of a multi-ethnic Lived Experience Advisory Panel to ensure cultural sensitivity and relevance of the research.
• Contribution to statistical analyses of study data, in close collaboration with project partners at the Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität in Munich.
• Active cooperation with other researchers and projects within the Clinical Psychology and Digital Psychotherapy group and the DZPG.
• Support with project-related administrative tasks, including documentation and coordination with external partners.
• Supervision and mentoring of research assistants and doctoral students involved in the project.
• Preparation of scientific reports and peer-reviewed publications.
• Presentation of research findings at national and international conferences and stakeholder meetings.

Requirements:

• A PhD (or near completion of a PhD) in Clinical Psychology is required. Candidates with a background in Developmental Psychology or Neuroscience with strong clinical relevance will also be considered.
• Solid grounding in etiological models of mental health disorders (preferable those related to paranoid thinking, social threat perception, or psychotic-spectrum phenomena).
• Demonstrated experience in empirical research, including a strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Very good command of both English and German (spoken and written), suitable for both scientific communication and interaction with diverse study populations.
• High level of computer literacy, including proficiency in statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R, or Python).

Desirable:

• Relevant clinical-psychological experience working with individuals with mental health disorders (adults and/or children), ideally with psychosis, supported by advanced or completed training as a psychological psychotherapist or child and adolescent psychotherapist.
• Strong organisational skills, high intrinsic motivation, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication skills, reliability, and a proactive, solution-oriented approach to research and project coordination.

We are looking for team members who bring enthusiasm, creativity, strong organisational skills, and a sense of commitment to the overarching goals of the study. In return, we offer a dynamic and supportive environment with ample opportunities for professional growth, meaningful contribution, and active involvement in shaping the project.