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Institute of Cognitive Sciences and Tecnologies (ISTC)

Organisation/Company CNR Department Institute of Cognitive Sciences and Tecnologies (ISTC) Research Field Psychological sciences » Cognitive science Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Master Positions Final date to receive applications 25 Jan 2026 - 18:00 (Europe/Rome) Country Italy Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Offer Starting Date 16 Jan 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

The research will focus on the development of biologically plausible computational models explaining how motivational systems influence decision-making and action-selection processes, as well as the alterations in these systems that lead to behavioral addiction.

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Research Field Psychological sciences Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field Biological sciences Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Master’s Degree (Laurea Magistrale/Specialistica, D.M. 5 May 2004) in LM‑6, LM‑9, LM‑51. All degrees obtained abroad must be previously recognized in Italy according to the applicable regulations (information available at the Ministry of University and Research:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). ).

Specific Requirements

Knowledge of the neuroscientific foundations of motivated decision making, including the functional neuroanatomy and neurophysiology of cortico‑striatal‑thalamo‑cortical circuits and dopaminergic pathways.

Experience in implementing computational models related to the neural substrates of decision-making and neuromodulatory processes.

Knowledge of computational frameworks for intrinsic motivation.

Proficiency in the Python programming language
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Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Research Field Biological sciences Psychological sciences Computer science