Postdoctoral position in immersive virtual reality applications for medical and social sciences Commitment & contract: 1 year collaboration contract Location: Via Guidubaldo del Monte, 54, 00197, Rome, RM WHO WE ARE At IIT we work enthusiastically to develop human-centered Science and Technology to tackle some of the most pressing societal challenges of our times and transfer these technologies to the production system and society. Our Genoa headquarter is strictly inter-connected with our 11 centers around Italy and two outer-stations based in the US for a truly interdisciplinary experience.
YOUR TEAM You will be working in a multicultural and multi-disciplinary group, where neuroscientists, psychologists, physicists, and engineer experts collaborate, each with their own expertise, to carry out common research.
The Neuroscience and Society Research Unit (https://nes.iit.it/) is coordinated by Prof. Salvatore Maria Aglioti, who has extensive experience in several social neuroscience topics ranging from empathy for pain and existential neuroscience to social interactions and neuroscience of morality. The research focuses on the use of immersive virtual reality (IVR) to investigate how individuals act and interact within the context of organized crime.
Within the team, your main responsibilities will be developing a virtual reality set-up to investigate in a realistic, ecological, and experimentally controlled environment how individuals respond (behaviorally and physiologically) to attempts of corruption by organized crime members under varying threat conditions.
Modeling virtual environments Developing and animating avatars for the virtual experience Game design and implementation Acquisition of behavioral and psychophysiological data Data analysis Manuscript preparation Scientific dissemination Communication and outreach WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU SHINE A PhD in Psychology or Behavioral Neuroscience, including Social Neuroscience or similar Documented experience about the study of moral psychology, psychophysiological recordings, and immersive virtual reality applications A strong scientific production record, including publications, submitted articles, articles in preparation and conference submissions The ability to properly report, organize and publish research data Good command in spoken and written English EXTRA AWESOME Experience in moral neuroscience research on prosocial behaviour, research on the role of body awareness and psychophysiology in social interactions and using immersive virtual reality to investigate attitudes and behaviours in the context of organized crime Knowledge of Blender, iClone Character Creator, iUnity 3D, R-Studio Good communication skills Strong problem-solving attitude High motivation to learn Spirit of innovation and creativity Good in time and priority management Ability to work in a challenging and international environment Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a highly interdisciplinary environment Intersectoral experience with NGOs and event organizing skills for translational applications of research COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Competitive salary package for international standards Private health care coverage Wide range of staff discounts WHAT'S IN FOR YOU? An equal, inclusive and multicultural environment ready to welcome you with open arms. Discrimination is a big NO for us! We like contamination and encourage you to mingle and discover what other people are up to in our labs! If paperwork is not your piece of cake, we got you! There's a specialized team working to help you with that, especially during your relocation! If you are a start upper or a business-minded person, you will find some exceptionally gifted professionals ready to nurture and guide your attitude and aspirations. If you want your work to have a real impact, in IIT you will find an innovative and stimulating culture that drives our mission to contribute to the improvement and well-being of society! We stick to our values! Integrity, courage, societal responsibility and inclusivity are the values we believe in! They define us and our actions in our everyday life. They guide us to accomplish IIT mission! If you feel this tickles your appetite for change, do not hesitate and apply!
Please submit your application using the online form and include a detailed CV, university transcripts, cover letter (outlining motivation, experience, and qualifications), and contact details of 2 references. Application's deadline: October 3, 2024. We inform you that the information you provide will be used solely for the purposes of evaluating and selecting professional profiles to meet the requirements of Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia. Your data will be processed by Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia, based in Genoa, Via Morego 30, acting as Data Controller, in compliance with the rules on personal data protection, including those related to data security. Please also note that, pursuant to articles 15 et. seq. of European Regulation no. 679/2016 (General Data Protection Regulation), you may exercise your rights at any time by contacting the Data Protection Officer (phone Tel: +39 010 28961 - email: ******). Primary Location ROMA SAPIENZA
Job Postdoc
Organization Neuroscience and Society
Job Posting Sep 19, 2024, 9:07:28 AM
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