Join TU Dresden’s EU-Funded Roads4All Project: Research Associate/Doctoral Student/Postdoc in Transport Psychology
Are you driven by the intersection of psychology, road safety, and cultural change? Technische Universität Dresden (TU Dresden), a leading German University of Excellence, invites applications for a Research Associate/Doctoral Student/Postdoc role within the groundbreaking EU-funded Roads4All project. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape safer roads across Europe while advancing your academic career in a vibrant, interdisciplinary setting.
Details:
- Partial Funding
- Technische Universität Dresden
- PhD
- Psychology, Traffic Psychology, Transport Psychology
- International Students, Domestic Students
- Germany
- 06/04/2025
Position Snapshot
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Role: Research Associate / Doctoral Student / Postdoc (m/f/d)
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Faculty: Friedrich List Faculty of Transport Sciences
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Project: *Roads4All – “Co-creating safer Living Roads for all”*
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Start Date: July 1, 2025 (pending funding approval)
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Duration: 3 years (until June 30, 2028)
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Work Hours: 75% part-time (potential for increased hours)
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Salary: TV-L E13 scale (competitive German public sector pay)
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Location: Dresden, Germany
About the Project
Poland Government Stefan Banach Scholarship 2025/26 (Fully Funded)
The Roads4All initiative explores how cultural attitudes influence road safety behaviors, with a focus on young road users. Your work will contribute to:
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Developing a theory-based model of road safety culture across Europe.
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Designing and testing culture-driven interventions to reduce accidents.
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Conducting VR experiments, surveys, and observational studies in international settings.
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Collaborating with European partners to implement fieldwork and share findings.
Why TU Dresden?
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Excellence & Innovation: Join a top-ranked university renowned for cutting-edge research in transport sciences.
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Career Growth: Pursue a doctoral degree or postdoctoral qualification with mentorship from leading experts.
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Work-Life Balance: Flexible hours, hybrid work options, and a family-friendly environment.
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Perks: Public transport job ticket, professional development programs, and access to state-of-the-art labs.
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Inclusivity: TU Dresden champions diversity, actively encouraging applications from women and individuals with disabilities.
Who Should Apply?
Ideal candidates will have:
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A strong academic background (Master’s/PhD) in psychology, human factors, transportation, or related fields.
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Expertise in quantitative research methods (statistics, data analysis) and a passion for empirical work.
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Fluency in English (written and spoken); German is a plus but not required.
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Curiosity about human behavior and a drive to solve real-world safety challenges.
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Readiness to travel internationally for fieldwork and collaborations.
How to Apply
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Prepare Your Documents:
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Cover Letter: Explain your interest in the project and relevant experience.
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CV: Highlight academic achievements, research skills, and publications (if any).
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Certificates: Include copies of degrees and transcripts.
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Optional: References or writing samples (e.g., thesis, articles).
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Submit by June 4, 2025:
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Email: Send a single PDF to tibor.petzoldt@tu-dresden.de using TUD SecureMail.
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Post: Mail documents to:
Prof. Dr. Tibor Petzoldt
Chair of Traffic Psychology, TU Dresden
Helmholtzstr. 10, 01069 Dresden, Germany
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Note: Submitted copies will not be returned.
Diversity Commitment
TU Dresden values diversity and inclusion. Applicants with disabilities will receive preferential consideration if equally qualified under German law (SGB IX).
Why This Role Matters
Road accidents claim over 20,000 lives annually in the EU. By joining Roads4All, you’ll help build a cultural shift toward safer roads—an impact that resonates globally. Whether you’re launching your PhD or deepening postdoctoral expertise, this role offers a platform to publish, innovate, and collaborate across borders.
Deadline: June 4, 2025
Learn More: TU Dresden Careers Portal
Shape the future of road safety in Europe—where research meets real-world change. 🚦🌍
