PhD candidate in mental health, eating behavior and nutrition within the FRIC 75-80%

Candidature pour un doctorat en santé mentale à l'Université de Fribourg. Opportunité enrichissante dans un environnement de recherche dynamique.TâchesDévelopper un projet de recherche sur la santé mentale et la nutrition.Réaliser des revues de littérature en psychologie et santé publique.Gérer une cohorte nationale et analyser des données avancées.CompétencesMaster en psychologie requis, avec un intérêt pour la recherche clinique.Compétences en analyse de données, maîtrise de R exigée.Excellentes capacités d'écriture scientifique en anglais.PhD candidate in mental health, eating behavior and nutrition within the FRICTaux d'activité:75-80%Lieu / District:Fribourg, CH, Sarine, CHDélai de postulation:17.04.2026Date d'entrée en fonction:01.05.2026 ou à convenirType de contrat:CDDService:UniversitéQui sommes-nous?Teaching, research, employment, events: the University of Fribourg attracts students and researchers from across Switzerland and around the world and has shaped daily life in the bilingual city of Fribourg.This PhD project is embedded within the research activities of the University of Fribourg and is linked to the Food Research & Innovation Center FRIC.Pourquoi nous rejoindre ?The State as an employer actively promotes a healthy work–life balance and offers an attractive, stimulating working environment to its employees.We offer a highly formative PhD position within a dynamic and interdisciplinary research environment. The successful candidate will benefit from excellent research infrastructure, close scientific supervision, and opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration. The position allows for the development of advanced skills in research design, data analysis, scientific writing, and dissemination of research findings.The doctoral contract is offered for a fixed term (typically 3 to 4 years), in accordance with the regulations of the University of Fribourg. The salary will be defined according to institutional guidelines.The position is available starting May 1, 2026, or upon mutual agreement.Vos missionsUnder the supervision of the project leader, the PhD candidate will be expected to:Develop and conduct an original doctoral research project focusing on the relationships between mental health, eating behavior and nutritionConduct systematic and critical literature reviews in the fields of psychology, nutrition, and public healthLaunch and manage a national cohort in Switzerland and actively recruit participantsManage databases & analyze data using advanced statistical methodsWrite scientific articles for publication in international peer-reviewed journalsPresent research findings at national and international scientific conferencesContribute to the academic activities of the research group (seminars, teaching, supervision of Bachelor’s or Master’s students, as opportunities arise) as well as in outreach activities related to the Food Research and Innovation CenterActively participate in the scientific life of the research center and in interdisciplinary collaborationsProfil souhaitéUniversity master’s degree in psychology.Strong interest in clinical research in mental health, eating behaviors and nutritionAdvanced data analysis skills (proficiency in R is required; experience with longitudinal datasets is an asset)Advanced scientific writing skills in EnglishAbility to work independently while being an active and collaborative member of a research teamHigh motivation, interpersonal skills, scientific rigor, critical thinking skills, and reliabilityPrior research experience (e.g., publications, conference presentations or coordination of research projects) is an advantageFluency in English is important, as well as in a second Swiss language (French, German or Italian)Dossier de candidatureInterested candidates are invited to submit a complete application including:A motivation letter outlining the candidate’s interest in the PhD position and research topicsAn academic curriculum vitaeBachelor’s and Master’s degrees with gradesA copy of the Master’s thesis (or equivalent work), if availableContact details of 1–2 refereesCoordonnées des personnes de contactDr. Leah GilbertUniversity of FribourgE-Mail schreibenDate de publication:26 mars 2026N° de référence:9990