Design, implementation and validation of computational models based on the hierarchical active inference framework for the study of cognitive control mechanisms

Position: Post-doctoral research contract Institute: CNR - Inst. Cognitive Sciences and Technologies
Posted on: 14/05/2026 Deadline: 29/05/2026

Scientific-Disciplinary Group

11/PSIC-01 - General Psychology, Neuropsychology And Cognitive Neuroscience, Psychometrics

Description

The project focuses on the development and validation of computational models based on hierarchical active inference to investigate cognitive control mechanisms. Activities include the analysis of neuroscientific data, particularly EEG and functional neuroimaging, integrating theoretical modeling with empirical data.

Compensation

48,000 Euro

Number of positions

1

Maximum duration

24.0

Funding body

CNR - Istituto di Scienze e Tecnologie della Cognizione

Selection process

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Public selection based on qualifications Evaluation of qualifications, experience in computational modeling and neuroscientific data analysis, scientific publications and technical skills.