Umeå University welcomes applications for postdoctoral research positions centered on brain plasticity and aging. Successful applicants will engage in advanced imaging research within a collaborative, world-class scientific environment.

Eligibility requires applicants to hold a relevant Ph.D. degree and demonstrate strong quantitative and analytical skills, preferably with experience in brain imaging techniques such as MRI or PET. Candidates must be proficient in academic English and ideally have completed their doctoral studies within the past three years, with exceptions allowed for special circumstances.

Umeå University is one of Sweden’s leading research institutions, known for its strong commitment to innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and high-quality education. Located in northern Sweden, the university offers a vibrant academic environment with advanced research facilities, including world-class centers for neuroscience, medicine, and technology.

Application Deadline: 16 January 2026

Brief Description

• University or Organization: Umeå University
• Department: Department of Diagnostics and Intervention; Umeå Center for Functional Brain Imaging (UFBI)
• Course Level: Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
• Award: Full-time, two-year research position with potential teaching duties (up to 20%)
• Access Mode: Online Application via Varbi System
• Number of Awards: Up to 2
• Nationality: Domestic and international
• The award can be taken in: Sweden

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: All countries
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The fellowship will be awarded for research in neuroscience, brain imaging, cognitive neuroscience, biomedical engineering, psychology, or related fields supported by Umeå University.
• Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
  • Hold a Ph.D. degree in a relevant discipline (neuroscience, medical imaging, biomedical engineering, psychology, or similar).
  • Demonstrate strong skills in quantitative research design and statistical analysis.
  • Have experience with brain imaging techniques (MRI, PET, diffusion, functional imaging) — candidates with such expertise will be prioritized.
  • Be proficient in academic written and spoken English.
  • Preferably have completed their Ph.D. within the past three years (exceptions allowed for special circumstances such as illness, parental leave, or clinical practice).
  • Show strong motivation to work in multidisciplinary research teams and contribute to imaging-based studies of brain plasticity, aging, and dementia.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit the following documents through Umeå University’s Varbi e-recruitment system by 16 January 2026:
• A brief statement of research interests and reasons for applying.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• List of publications.
• Ph.D. degree certificate and any other relevant academic documentation.
• Contact details of two references.
Applications may be written in English or Swedish.

Benefits

• A two-year, full-time postdoctoral position focused primarily on research.
• Opportunity to teach up to 20% depending on departmental needs.
• Access to UFBI’s advanced MRI and PET imaging facilities.
• Collaboration with leading researchers across neuroscience, psychology, biomedical engineering, and clinical fields.
• Integration into the Umeå University profile area Learning and Brain Plasticity throughout the Lifespan, working with high-impact datasets and cutting-edge methodologies.
• Support for career development, scientific independence, and high-quality research output.

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