PhD candidate – Health, Medical and Neuropsychology

 

Apply before: March 26th, 2017
Institute: Leiden University
Job specification: “Training immune function in juvenile arthritis: A novel pharmacotherapeutic conditioning approach”. Our research focuses on elucidating the mechanisms of placebo effects. The aim of the current project is to enhance the pharmacotherapeutic effects of a commonly used treatment in pediatric rheumatology. Principles of pharmacotherapeutic conditioning, as known from research on placebo effects, will be used to enhance clinical responses and reduce side effects. This project will importantly contribute to the development of innovative therapeutic interventions. This project asks for an enthusiastic candidate with proven excellent research and communication skills.
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