Postdoc at the Digital and Cognitive Musicology Lab, EPFL Lausanne

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Join EPFL’s Digital and Cognitive Musicology Lab as a Postdoc! Work in a vibrant, interdisciplinary environment with competitive benefits. Tasks Conduct advanced research in musical structure and cognition. Utilize programming and statistical skills to model musical phenomena. Collaborate with a diverse team of researchers and musicians. Skills PhD in musicology, computer science, or related field required. Strong analytical and empirical research capabilities. Proficiency in programming and data science essential. About the job Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne, EPFL Workplace Lausanne - Lake Geneva region - Switzerland Category Mathematics | Research Management Position Senior Scientist / Postdoc Published 12 February 2026 EPFL, the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, is one of the most dynamic university campuses in Europe and ranks among the top 20 universities worldwide. The EPFL employs more than 6,500 people supporting the three main missions of the institutions: education, research and innovation. The EPFL campus offers an exceptional working environment at the heart of a community of more than 18,500 people, including over 14,000 students and 4,000 researchers from more than 120 different countries. Postdoc position (100%) at the Digital and Cognitive Musicology Lab, EPFL Lausanne We are looking for a researcher who shares our fascination for musical structure and the musical mind and is ready to tackle it using advanced computational modeling, mathematical modeling, or experimental psychology. Profile We thrive on interdisciplinary collaboration. You should hold a PhD in musicology, computer science, cognitive science, psychology, mathematics, or a related field. While you will bring your own specialization, you must possess: Strong analytical skills and a track record of planning and conducting empirical research. Proficiency in programming and statistics/data science. A genuine passion for music and a solid understanding of music. Fluent English and a collaborative team spirit. We offer World-Class Research:EPFL is a top-tier international institution. You will join a young, dynamic team integrating diverse disciplines. Employment Benefits:Postdocs at EPFL are regular full-term employees with excellent social benefits and competitive salaries. Career Growth:Opportunities to gain experience in teaching, mentoring and supervision within a supportive ecosystem. Life in Lausanne:Located on the shores of Lake Geneva (Lac Léman) with a view of the Alps, Lausanne offers a picturesque setting with vibrant cultural events and outdoor activities. Informations Only applications submitted through the online platform are considered. You are asked to supply: A cover letter A CV with a publication list Contact details for 2 references Women are strongly encouraged to apply. For any further information, please contact: martin.rohrmeier@ epfl.ch Review of applications begins March 2, 2026, and continues until the position is filled. Our research project is funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF). Contract Start Date : Flexible (Summer 2026 preferred) Activity Rate : 100% Contract Type: CDD Duration: One year, renewable Reference: 2065 More information In your application, please refer to myScience.ch and referenceJobID69244.