The Institute of Behavioral Science and Technology (IBT) at the University of St. Gallen, Switzerland, is looking to solve problems in Digital Behavioral Science through advanced research utilizing large-scale digital data sources.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in psychology, data science, computer science, business, economics, cognitive science, or a closely related field
- Strong programming skills (Python, R) or willingness to acquire them
- Knowledge of statistical analysis or machine learning methods
- Demonstrated interest in digital behavior, psychological assessment, and computational methodologies
Responsibilities
- develop and apply statistical and machine learning models to predict behavioral, psychological, and real-world outcomes
- engage in advanced research utilizing large-scale digital data sources, such as smartphone sensing, social media, and AI-driven behavior analysis
- collaborate in a multidisciplinary, international research environment
- utilize programming skills (Python, R) to analyze data
- apply knowledge of statistical analysis or machine learning methods to research problems
- work with digital behavior, psychological assessment, and computational methodologies
- analyze and interpret large-scale digital data sources
Other
- Excellent English communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team
- Master’s degree in a relevant field
- Cover letter outlining research interests and motivation
- Curriculum Vitae and university transcripts
