.Organisation/Company: Atlántico Medio UniversityDepartment: Faculty of Health ScienceResearch Field: Neurosciences » NeuropsychologyResearcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1)Positions: PhD PositionsCountry: SpainApplication Deadline: 10 Dec 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/London)Type of Contract: OtherExtra Information: 3 yearsJob Status: Full-timeOffer Starting Date: 15 Feb 2025Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programmeIs the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? NoOffer Description The Atlántico Medio University (Universidad del Atlántico Medio) is offering 3 PhD positions with scholarship to carry out research in the field of Psychology.This predoctoral scholarship provides PhD students with a monthly stipend of €1,000 plus accommodation in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.Candidates will be selected based on the merits demonstrated during the selection process.Research Topics Learning, memory consolidation, and sleepThe relationship between executive functions and statistical learningThe connection between psychiatric conditions and learning/memoryEnhancing learning and memory through non-invasive brain stimulationThe effect of meditation on learning and memoryNew media and its impact on executive functionsMind-body training: Psychological treatments based on mindfulnessPerinatal stress as a determinant factor in psychological disorders and its influence on infant neurodevelopmentMath anxiety: The Arithmos Project in the Canary IslandsApplication Process (Before applying, please contact the potential PhD supervisor or PhD Program Director):Submission of documentation: November 15th to December 10thSpanish or foreign Bachelor's Degree or Licenciatura in PsychologyMaster's Degree in PsychologyDoctoral DegreeRequired Documents:Academic transcript of the Spanish or foreign Bachelor's Degree or LicenciaturaAcademic transcript of the Master's Degree/Doctoral ProgramAn 800-word maximum statement specifying your previous education, the research line of the doctoral program you wish to be admitted to, and a summary of the objectives you wish to pursue.English and Spanish (B2 level)Languages SPANISH: ExcellentENGLISH: ExcellentSelection Process This doctoral program values the following merits in the selection process:Academic record of the Bachelor's degree (15%)Academic record of the postgraduate degree (Master's, DEA, or research proficiency) (25%)Professional experience, and experience in research and teaching (10%)Research experience related to the program (participation in conferences, publications, involvement in research projects) (10%)Research grants, scholarships, and awards (15%)Motivation letter, which will be evaluated based on interest in pursuing the Doctorate. All applications must include a brief statement (maximum 800 words) outlining the reasons and interests for pursuing these studies