6 Cognitive jobs

Postdoctoral Associate position The Marsh Lab at Duke University ( https://www.marshmemorylab.com/ ) seeks a motivated Postdoctoral Associate for a position that is partially funded through a grant from the Office of Naval Research. The project bridges the fields of attention (i.e., how people detect a particular class of items, such as how a TSA agent detects dangerous items in baggage), categorization, and memory.  Because the Marsh lab is focused on memory research, we seek someone with expertise in attention or categorization or object recognition who is also interested in learning and memory.   The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Psychology or Cognitive Science, and a track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals. The ideal candidate will be able to successfully juggle multiple projects, make connections across research areas, and to teach skills to graduate students and undergraduates. Expected skills include: programming, MTurk data collection, data analysis.  Machine learning knowledge is desirable but not required. Responsibilities will include collaborating on the development of research questions, stimuli creation, programming experiments, data collection and analysis, manuscript and grant preparation, IRB submissions, and the supervision of students and research assistants.  This position will provide the opportunity to interact with scientists across Duke, including a rich community of memory researchers, a large cognitive neuroscience community, and machine learning experts. This position has full benefits and salary will be determined based on current NIH scales. The initial appointment will be for one year, with renewal based on continuation of grant support and success in the position. Review of candidates will begin seven days after the job posts to academic jobs online, until the position is filled. The start date is summer 2019, with some flexibility in the exact date.  Applicants should upload the following to academicjobsonline.org:  a curriculum vitae, a cover letter, three selected reprints/preprints, and contact information for three references. Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Duke makes good faith efforts to recruit, hire, and promote qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.

The Austerweil Lab at University of Wisconsin-Madison is looking to hire a full-time Research Specialist. The position will begin July 1st, 2019 and last for one year. Project: Alzheimer’s disease is a debilitating neurodegenerative disease that imposes a huge burden on individuals, families, and the US healthcare system. Yet early diagnosis of the disease remains a difficult challenge. We have designed naturalistic cognitive behavioral tests related to memory and language to predict Alzheimer's disease and Mild Cognitive Impairment during early phases of the disease. We will validate these tests by comparing performance on these tests to performance on existing neurpsychological tests and biomarker data. We will track individuals longitudinally to measure variability and rate of decline. Duties may include: - Implement web experiments in Javascript, Qualtrics, or similar - Recruit, schedule, and run participants (online and in-person) - Perform literature reviews - Data cleaning and preliminary data analyses - Writing internal progress reports and abstracts/manuscripts for submission to conferences Requirements: - BA or BS in Psychology, Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, or other related field - Experience with subject recruitment (some undergrad experience is sufficient). Previous work with elderly or clinical population is preferred, but not necessary. - Must have basic data science skills -- minimum Excel, but basic programming skills is preferred (R/Python especially). - Good communication and organizational skills. Application link: https://jobs.hr.wisc.edu/en-us/job/501003/research-specialist Questions:  austerweil@wisc.edu  and  zemla@wisc.edu

The Psychology Department at Shenandoah University welcomes applicants for a one-year Visiting Professor position (open rank, with possible renewal after one year) with expertise in cognitive psychology and/or neuroscience, with service to begin August 15, 2019.  Candidates will be expected to teach courses in General Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Sensation and Perception, and Research Methods, with preference given to candidates also able to teach new or additional existing courses in Psychology curriculum.  The expected teaching load is typically 4 courses per semester.  Course sizes range from 15 to 25 students.  This is primarily a teaching position.  A research program is not required, but opportunities exist for university research support. Qualifications:  Master’s Degree in Cognitive Psychology or Related Field is required; a Ph.D. is preferred.  Experience teaching undergraduate psychology is required.  Complete application submissions will include a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and contact information for three professional references.  The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a qualified candidate is selected. Questions should be emailed to Scott King (dept. chair), sking4@su.edu . 

  CLINICAL-RESEARCH POST-DOCTORAL POSITION AT THE UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH, SCHOOL OF MEDICINE, DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHIATRY: This is a broad-span, multifaceted opportunity to study the life-long impact of very early-onset depressive disorders  on subsequent mental health, psychosocial functioning, and cardiovascular status in families in both USA and overseas cohorts. A major focus is on the role of maladaptive emotion regulation and its relationship to psychophysiology in the onset and maintenance of these disorders. Our newest project with young and middle aged adults also examines how autonomic nervous system processes and decision making tendencies contribute to long-term affect regulatory profiles by implementing a neuro-economic approach to decision making. Post-doc training opportunities include attendance in Departmental seminars, learning about cardiac psychophysiology (autonomic nervous system processes) and its assessment, and improving skills relevant to producing scientific articles and grant applications. The successful applicant will be expected to play an active and leading role in data analyses and publications. He/she also will be responsible for coordinating psychiatric diagnostic assessments, conducting some research clinical interviews with adults, and arriving at DSM diagnoses. If appropriate, he/she also can receive clinical supervision that can be used toward license certification. Duties may include additional tasks and span multiple projects. Requirements are: doctorate in clinical psychology or related field, 3+ years of clinical exposure including experience with standardized diagnostic assessment procedures, preferably in psychiatric settings with adults; experience in an academic clinical research setting; some familiarity with psychophysiology; and familiarity with the clinical and experimental literature on depression. Excellent communication, problem-solving, time management, and writing skills are essential. A multi-year commitment is expected. Qualified candidates (USA citizen, green card holder or work permit eligible) may submit their CV and three (3) letters of recommendation via email: to kovacs@pitt.edu or by mail to Dr. Maria Kovacs, Childhood Depression Research Program, 3811 O’Hara Street, Pittsburgh, PA  15213. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled. The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative-Action and Equal Opportunity employer.

Job Summary: The Institute of Cognitive Science (ICS) at the University of Colorado Boulder anticipates hiring a full time postdoctoral fellow starting Summer/Fall 2019 for one year and renewable for a second year. This position will work with Dr. Sidney D’Mello https://www.colorado.edu/ics/sidney-dmello and will play a collaborative and co-leadership role in a vibrant research team encompassing researchers in Computer Science, Cognitive Science, Psychology/Neuroscience, and Education.   Who We Are: The Institute of Cognitive Science (ICS) fosters rich scientific interchange across researchers from a broad range of disciplines including Artificial Intelligence, Linguistics, Psychology, Neuroscience, Computer Science, Philosophy, and Education. The mission of the Institute of Cognitive Science at CU-Boulder is to understand and enhance human cognition, learning, and development through the creation of interdisciplinary partnerships.    What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be: Collaborate on research projects that use mixed methodologies (e.g., eye tracking, controlled experiments, observational studies) to advance understanding on how socio-cognitive-affective states (e.g., mind wandering, boredom, turn taking, joint attention) arise and influence outcomes across a range of interaction contexts (e.g., reading, collaborative problem solving, educational games) from data collected in the lab, online, and in the field.   The position offers a unique postdoctoral training experience and unsurpassed publishing opportunities within multi-disciplinary, multi-institution, grant-funded projects. The candidate will be encouraged to publish extensively, advance his/her own research program, develop advanced technical skills, strengthen his/her research portfolios, develop leadership skills, and gain expertise in authoring grant proposals.        What You Should Know: 2-year position. Initial contract is for one year (providing renewal after 6-month probationary period). Second year contract is based on performance and extension to a third year is possible. Start date is negotiable, but anticipated for Summer/Fall 2019. The position includes a competitive salary commensurate with experience and full benefits.    Benefits The University of Colorado offers excellent  benefits , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the  University of Colorado Boulder .   What We Require: Ph.D. in Cognitive Science, Cognitive Psychology, or Cognitive Neuroscience at the time of appointment Research experience in one or more of the following areas (affective science, small group interactions, discourse analysis, educational games). Strong writing skills and ability to conduct independent research as evidenced by first author publications.   What We Would Like You To Have: Advanced analytic skills (e.g., generalized linear mixed models, nonlinear time series analyses, Bayesian statistics, machine learning). Basic scripting/programming skills (e.g., R, Python). Experience mentoring graduate and undergraduate students.   Application instructions: To apply, please submit the following materials through   CU Boulder Jobs : Resume/CV Cover Letter PDF Sample of Work: Two representative publications. During the application process you will need to enter contact information for three references and we will request letters of recommendation and additional materials, if needed, as the search progresses.   Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.   Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs < https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/?jobId=15893&emailCampaignId=168 >.     =================================== Be Accomplished. Be Resourceful. Be Boulder. https://www.colorado.edu/ics/

Northern Arizona University’s Department of Psychological Sciences invites applications for multiple Lecturer appointments beginning August 2019. These positions are located in Flagstaff, AZ, and are teaching focused, 9-month appointments, non-tenure eligible.  The positions are expected to be continuing, with potential for promotion.  Renewal is contingent on performance and department needs. These positions are not eligible for sponsorship, now or in the future. FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AND APPLICATION PLEASE GO TO: https://hr.peoplesoft.nau.edu/psp/ph92prta/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?FOCUS=Applicant&Siteid=2&FolderPath=PORTAL_ROOT_OBJECT.HC_HRS_CE_GBL2&IsFolder=false&IgnoreParamTempl=FolderPath%2cIsFolder NAU INTERNAL JOB NUMBER: 604254 For more information please contact: Antonia Natale via email @ Antonia.Natale@nau.edu or (928) 523-7863