A PhD position is available at the Konrad Lorenz - Forschungsstelle, Grünau im Almtal, Austria.
Candidates are encouraged to apply via email (including CV, letter of motivation and address of two academic referees) to klf.gruenau@telecom.at.
Research is funded through a FWF - grant for three years. This is an international project involving cooperation with several labs throughout Europe. Based on our experience in investigating the cognitive abilities of corvids, we are now planning to expand this research to other avian species, with the main focus on reasoning.
Candidates are expected to work with corvids and parrots using touch-screen technology.The ideal candidate has a MSc (or comparable degree) in zoology, behavioural biology or comparative psychology, is experienced in working with birds and possesses knowledge about computer programming and touch-screen technology. Enrolling in a PhD programme at the University of Vienna is mandatory. The candidate needs to be capable of working independently, should possess high communication skills and should be capable of living and working in the city of Vienna as well as in the rural area of Grünau (KLF). Work in Grünau requires the integration into an existing research group.
Note that work at the KLF may be demanding (harsh weather conditions, long working hours).
Although knowledge of the German language is not required, some basic skills are favourable for dealing with non-scientific staff.Payment follows the regular FWF salary. Health and social insurance are covered and study fees at the University of Vienna are refunded. The candidate has to cover room + board in Vienna, whereas a room may be provided in Grünau if necessary and some financial support for regular travel between Grünau and Vienna is available.
For more information about our research group, please visit our website www.univie.ac.at/zoology/nbs/gruenau/
If you need further information, please contact Prof. Kotrschal (klf.gruenau@telecom.at) or Christian Schloegl (chris_schloegl@web.de).