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About the position
We have a vacancy for a postdoctoral fellow (code 1352) in mathematical cognition at the Department of Teacher Education, NTNU—The Norwegian University of Science and Technology. The appointment is for three years with up to 6 months of career-promoting tasks including pedagogical training and teaching at the Department.
Project start is planned for February 1, 2026 or as soon as possible.
The postdoc will be part of the research group for mathematical cognition: https://www.ntnu.edu/ilu/mathematical-cognition-and-literacy. The group collaborates with national and international experts in mathematical cognition, mathematics education, linguistics, and machine learning.
Your immediate leader will be the Head of Section mathematics.
About the project
How do people link abstract numbers to concrete quantities in the real world?
This postdoctoral position is part of an ongoing project exploring how people estimate quantities. The project combines theoretical modeling with behavioral experiments to advance our understanding of the cognitive processes that connect our sense of magnitude with mathematical thinking, and their role in the development of numerical competence. The postdoc will investigate the role of cognitive heuristics and visual memory in numerical judgments, with a focus on disentangling the relative contributions of domain-general versus number-specific processes.
Potential applicants are encouraged to contact us in advance for more information about the position and research project.
Required selection criteria
If you do not already have educational competence that meets the requirements for a position as associate professor in Norway, NTNU will arrange for you to acquire such competence during the employment period. In such cases, you will also be assigned relevant teaching as part of the career-promoting work.
We have a vacancy for a postdoctoral fellow (code 1352) in mathematical cognition at the Department of Teacher Education, NTNU—The Norwegian University of Science and Technology. The appointment is for three years with up to 6 months of career-promoting tasks including pedagogical training and teaching at the Department.
Project start is planned for February 1, 2026 or as soon as possible.
The postdoc will be part of the research group for mathematical cognition: https://www.ntnu.edu/ilu/mathematical-cognition-and-literacy. The group collaborates with national and international experts in mathematical cognition, mathematics education, linguistics, and machine learning.
Your immediate leader will be the Head of Section mathematics.
About the project
How do people link abstract numbers to concrete quantities in the real world?
This postdoctoral position is part of an ongoing project exploring how people estimate quantities. The project combines theoretical modeling with behavioral experiments to advance our understanding of the cognitive processes that connect our sense of magnitude with mathematical thinking, and their role in the development of numerical competence. The postdoc will investigate the role of cognitive heuristics and visual memory in numerical judgments, with a focus on disentangling the relative contributions of domain-general versus number-specific processes.
Potential applicants are encouraged to contact us in advance for more information about the position and research project.
Required selection criteria
- You must hold a doctoral degree in cognitive science, mathematics education, cognitive psychology, or a related field by the start date of the position.
- Your application may also be considered if you are in the final phase of your doctorate, provided you can document that the thesis has been submitted or that a defense date has been confirmed. NOTE: Documentation of the obtained doctorate must be presented before you can start the position.
- You must demonstrate a strong interest in numerical cognition.
- You must demonstrate excellent oral and written English skills.
If you do not already have educational competence that meets the requirements for a position as associate professor in Norway, NTNU will arrange for you to acquire such competence during the employment period. In such cases, you will also be assigned relevant teaching as part of the career-promoting work.
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