Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) – The Research University in the Helmholtz Association creates and imparts knowledge for the society and the environment. It is our goal to make significant contributions to mastering the global challenges of mankind in the fields of energy, mobility, and information. For this, about 9.800 employees of KIT cooperate in a broad range of disciplines in research, academic education, and innovation.

We are looking for the Institute of Sports and Sports Science (IFSS) as soon as possible, limited to 3 years, for an

1. Independent coordination, implementation, and evaluation of scientific research projects in the field of health psychology, with a particular focus on rehabilitation and prevention.
2. Publishing research results in reputable English-language journals. Supporting other tasks within the Department of Health Education and Sport Psychology (e.g., teaching).
3. Conducting a doctoral thesis in the field of health behavior and physical activity, with the goal of actively shaping the scientific profile of the institute.

Qualifications 

• An above-average university degree (Master) in an empirically oriented field (e.g., psychology, sociology, health sciences, public health, empirical educational sciences).
• High motivation and passion for scientific work, combined with a strong interest in deepening and expanding your knowledge. Written and spoken proficiency in both German and English.
• Outstanding knowledge in research methods, statistics, and/or qualitative methods. Strong organizational skills. Writing competence, ideally with previous experience in publishing scientific articles in English.