PhD Studentship in Psychology Computational Neuroscience

Victoria - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 10 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

PhD Studentship in Psychology / Computational Neuroscience

Project: Expanding the body perception box in adolescent girls

Cairnmillar Institute Melbourne

The Cairnmillar Institute invites applications for a fully funded PhD studentship to investigate how the brain constructs body image and how these processes may be altered in individuals with body image disturbance. The successful candidate will use experimental computational and virtual reality (VR) methods to explore and model these mechanisms and contribute to the development of a novel VR-based intervention to improve body image and wellbeing in young people.

This studentship forms part of a major international project involving collaborations with researchers at the University of Melbourne University College London (UCL) and the University of York.

Applicant profile:

Candidates should hold (or expect to obtain) a first-class Honours or Masters degree in psychology neuroscience computer science or a related discipline. Strong analytical and research skills an interest in body image or mental health and motivation to develop new interdisciplinary methods are essential.

Funding: Full tuition waiver (up to 4 years approximately AUD $31752.00 total domestic fee waiver) and living stipend (currently AUD $39655 per annum for up to 3 years).

Start date: Early 2026 (flexible).

Enquiries: Professor Paul Jenkinson

Deadline for applications: 30/12/2025

To apply:

Attach your CV and a brief statement outlining your interest relevant skills and experience to your application.

Please refer to the full Position Description for detailed responsibilities and requirements.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. A Police Check and Working with Children Check will be required from the successful applicant as a condition of employment.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

PhD Studentship in Psychology / Computational NeuroscienceProject: Expanding the body perception box in adolescent girlsCairnmillar Institute MelbourneThe Cairnmillar Institute invites applications for a fully funded PhD studentship to investigate how the brain constructs body image and how these pr...