Applications are invited for a full-time postdoctoral fellowship position in Dr. Daniel Peterson’s Human Memory Laboratory at Skidmore College. A grant from the James S. McDonnell Foundation will support an investigation of basic and applied memory research.
Minimum Qualifications
• PhD in Psychology or closely related field
• Strong experimental & statistical skills
• Ability to work independently
Preferred Qualifications
• Programming skills (e.g., Java, Python, R, E-PRIME)
• Experience with data collection online (e.g., Amazon Mechanical Turk)
• Experience in working in a diverse educational environment
The anticipated start date is August 1, 2021 but is negotiable.
The initial appointment is for one year with the opportunity of renewal for additional years.
Review of applications will begin February 1, 2021 and continue until the position is filled
Skidmore College is committed to being an inclusive campus community and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, dating violence, or stalking, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
The college encourages candidates from under-represented groups and individuals who have demonstrated experience with diverse populations who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and/or service to apply.
Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable background check result.
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Skidmore College is a highly ranked, residential, private liberal arts college in Saratoga Springs, New York, with more than 40 undergraduate degree offerings.
We are known for our interdisciplinary approach to learning, faculty-student collaborative research, funded research opportunities, off-campus study and the prominence of the performing and visual arts.