We are currently seeking a highly motivated individual for a fully-funded PhD position (4 years at 75% TV-E13; upgradable to 100% after 3 months) on Cultural Evolution. The position will be part of a ERC-funded project, “C4: Compositional Compression in Cognition and Culture,” which investigates how principles of information compression and compositionality shape human learning and knowledge transmission. Specifically, this project will examine how compositional cognitive structures drive cultural innovation over multi-generational timescales, with a focus on the evolution and transmission of causal theories and structured knowledge.
You should have a Masters degree (or about to complete one) in a related discipline. Prior experience with computational methods is highly desirable. The start date is open to negotiation. Applications are due by November 12th, 2025 or until filled.
Please see the official call for applications below or download the PDF for more details.
Submit your application here: https://www.career.tu-darmstadt.de/HPv3.ApplicationForm/ShortApply/Index/51028.