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Nov 22, 2019
Postdoctoral Fellowship Position in Developmental and Learning Science
Postdoctoral Fellowship Position in Developmental and Learning Science The Learning Research and Development Center (LRDC) at the University of Pittsburgh is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship in youth development and learning across multiple ecological contexts with an emphasis on diversity, opportunity, and equity. The initial appointment will be two years with the possibility of renewal for a third year. The position involves work on several longitudinal research projects exploring how sociocultural and psychosocial factors influence youth of color’s identity development, academic learning, and socioemotional wellbeing during middle childhood and adolescence. The work takes an interdisciplinary approach and applies questions and methods from psychological and education science to elementary and secondary school settings. Applicants must have a doctorate and a track record of publication in psychology or education, substantive knowledge and background in the field of developmental psychology, child/adolescent development, or learning science, and excellent academic writing and interpersonal skills. Expertise is necessary in theory, methods, and research framed by dynamic, relational processes of the positive development of diverse youth (particularly youth who have experienced adversity and challenge), in strength-based approaches to research design and program evaluation. Strong quantitative skills (e.g., HLM, SEM, and growth modeling), or experience with mixed methods approach are preferred.    The fellow will receive strong mentoring with well-established scholars focused on the demanding aspects of producing high quality scholarship. The fellow will be expected to build a research program by formulating research questions, generating research designs, writing grants, conducting analysis, and writing and presenting findings. To apply for this position, please submit (1) a cover letter describing your research goals and training, including why your background and interests are a good match for the position, (2) Curriculum Vitae, (3) two writing samples, (4) three letters of reference to https://app.education.pitt.edu/employment/postings The online system will prompt applicants to request three letters of recommendation, directly. Reviews of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, interested applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their application no later than 3/30/2020 . Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Ming-Te Wang, at mtwang@pitt.edu , or Dr. James Huguley, at Huguley@pitt.edu   LRDC is an internationally renowned center with the aim of promoting basic and applied research on learning in its cognitive, neural, social, and motivational aspects and to make research and human development links to formal and informal settings. Pittsburgh is repeatedly voted among “The Most Livable City”, with affordable cost of living and access to a wide array of seasonal recreation opportunities, professional and collegiate athletic events, and a vibrant cultural district.
University of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA, USA Postdoc
Nov 19, 2019
Assistant Professor in Neuroscience, Tenure Track
The Department of Psychology at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in neuroscience to begin Fall, 2020. The ideal candidate would have a research program in cognitive neuroscience, conducting research using human subjects and/or animal models, but any strong neuroscientist will be fully considered. Candidates should have a strong basic or translational neuroscience research background.  The successful applicant would be expected to add to the university’s growing neuroscience strength by mentoring and teaching graduate and undergraduate students, as well as contributing to planned expansions of the neuroscience curriculum across campus. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a related field, with significant postdoctoral experience. Candidates must display evidence of strong scholarly work, and existing or potential for extramural funding. Further, we are seeking an individual who is committed to fostering an environment in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. The Department offers a B.A. in psychology.  The Department has 30 full-time faculty members with an APA-accredited clinical Ph.D. program and an experimental Ph.D. program with cognitive, developmental, neuroscience, and quantitative/experimental areas of study (https://www.unlv.edu/psychology/graduateprograms/phd-experimental-faculty).   Salary is competitive, and the position is contingent upon funding. UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution of approximately 29,000 students and more than 3,000 faculty and staff that is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as a research university with very high research activity. UNLV is the most ethnically diverse campus in the nation, with over 15,000 students from underrepresented groups. It has been designated as an Asian-American and Native-American, Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI) and as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). UNLV offers a broad range of respected academic programs and has joined the top tier of national public research universities. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, building and fostering a culturally inclusive environment, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine.  UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.  For more information, visit us online at: http://www.unlv.edu.   Applicants should submit a cover letter of interest, a detailed vita listing qualifications and experience, teaching statement, research statement, and the names, addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications, because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. All materials should be submitted by January 13, 2020.  The review of materials will continue until the position is filled. Materials should be addressed to Dr. Joel Snyder, Search Committee Chair, and are to be submitted via online application at https://www.unlv.edu/jobs/openings (View Academic Faculty Openings; position R0119175). For assistance with UNLV’s online applicant portal, contact UNLV Employment Services at (702) 895-3504 or applicant.inquiry@unlv.edu.  UNLV is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity educator and employer committed to excellence through diversity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.  The university and department have a strong commitment to achieving diversity among faculty and staff. The department continues to implement initiatives in keeping with our commitment to issues related to multiculturalism and diversity in regard to organizational climate, teaching, and research. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from members of underrepresented groups, and candidates whose teaching and/or research interests address issues of diversity are particularly encouraged to apply. Please visit our departmental website for more information: https://www.unlv.edu/psychology.
University of Nevada, Las Vegas University of Nevada, Las Vegas, South Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV, USA Full time
Nov 18, 2019
Full-Time Postdoctoral Student with Assessment/Forensic Training
DESCRIPTION: Stone, McElroy & Associates (SMA), an Atlanta-based forensic and psychological risk management consulting firm, invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral student with previous assessment or forensic training in their graduate school program or internship. Postdoctoral students work under the supervision of two Board Certified Police and Public Safety Psychologists and are encouraged to channel an elevated level of communication while also learning to work as an independent, self-sufficient member of our team.  Work experiences include risk and threat assessment, psychological pre-employment screening services, both police/public safety and corporate fitness for duty evaluations, and risk management consultation with television networks and production companies.    This opportunity will include the option to work out of our offices in Smyrna, GA, but also allows for opportunities to work remotely and travel across the country for various media and police and public safety projects. Working alongside police and public safety psychologists, all board-certified through the American Board of Professional Psychology, affords the postdoctoral student the opportunity to learn from experienced leaders within the field of risk management, inevitably broadening their experience, contacts, and knowledge within our niche industry. Research opportunities are also available and currently include work with Drs. Yossef Ben-Porath, Dave Corey, and Mike Roberts to assess the predictive validity of personality testing on hiring outcomes and the development of personality test norms for various types of public safety candidates in the Southeast.  The team at SMA works together to ensure the needs of the business are being met, and our hard work materializes into benefits that include a competitive salary, paid vacation and holidays, employer-paid medical insurance, a gym/club membership after one year of employment, the opportunity to participate in the 401k program, and firm outings to social and sporting events. Postdoctoral students will receive malpractice insurance, travel to clients located across the country, and receive invitations to attend industry-relevant conventions and training. For highly motivated individuals we offer employment opportunities after completion of the postdoctoral year to include commission salary options, additional bonuses, and future partnership opportunities in one of the most successful risk management psychological firms in the country. This opportunity would also serve as one year of the three years required to be eligible to apply for ABPP certification in Forensic Psychology or Police and Public Safety Psychology. REQUIREMENTS: Successful applicants must have completed a doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA-accredited program, as well as an APA-accredited predoctoral clinical internship. Excellent writing skills and grammar are essential requirements. Our schedule is based on the needs of our clients, and it is expected that while our office maintains Monday through Friday business hours, our staff may travel/work outside of those hours to accommodate our various clients. You must enjoy spontaneity and travel to succeed in this role! For additional information about the firm, see our website at www.stonemcelroy.com TO APPLY: Submit curriculum vitae with a cover letter that addresses your career goals and interests. No phone calls. ksullivan@stonemcelroy.com Equal Employment Opportunity and ADA Non-Discrimination Statement: Stone, McElroy, and Associates is an equal opportunity employer. Employment opportunities are open to all regardless of race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.  
Stone, McElroy & Associates Smyrna, GA, USA Postdoc
Nov 14, 2019
Assistant Professor of Psychology (Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience)
Position Summary The Department of Psychology at   SUNY   Geneseo is seeking applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position with an emphasis in cognitive and affective neuroscience to begin August, 2020. The department is particularly interested in candidates who would teach courses to meet department needs and bring scholarly expertise that complements the expertise of other faculty members in the department. Among the goals of the search is increasing the diversity of the faculty in the Department of Psychology, and we therefore welcome applicants who are from groups that are historically underrepresented at the College. Duties of the position include: • Teach undergraduate courses in cognitive and affective neuroscience, adolescent development, research design and analysis, and upper-division classes in area of expertise • Pursue a research program relevant to cognitive and affective neuroscience, with involvement of undergraduate students • Contribute to the department and neuroscience program through advisement, course offerings, and administrative duties • Contribute to department functioning through committee service • Contribute service to the college, discipline, and/or community To apply: http://jobs.geneseo.edu/postings/2893 Required Qualifications • Doctoral degree (PhD) in neuroscience or psychology conferred by August 2020 • Evidence of potential for excellence in teaching undergraduate courses in field of expertise • Evidence of a research program relevant to cognitive and affective neuroscience with the capability for involving undergraduate researchers • Must demonstrate a commitment to fostering and working within a diverse and inclusive environment Preferred Qualifications • Scholarly expertise in cognitive and affective neuroscience from a developmental perspective that complements the expertise of other faculty members in the department • Teaching experience in cognitive and affective neuroscience, research design and analysis, and adolescent development • Evidence of effective teaching of undergraduate courses in psychology
SUNY Geneseo SUNY Geneseo, College Circle, Geneseo, NY, USA Full time
Nov 08, 2019
Assistant Professor, Psychology PhD or JD/PhD
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, TENURE TRACK PSYCHOLOGY PHD or JD/PHD   Psychology PhD or JD/PhD ( sub-discipline open; research interests related to intersection between Psychology and Law, broadly defined). The Department of Psychology at John Jay College invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the ASSISTANT PROFESSOR rank , to begin Fall 2020. The successful candidate will bring enthusiasm and demonstrated commitment to effectively teaching and mentoring diverse populations of students, develop and maintain an active research and publication agenda, have the potential to obtain external funding, and participate actively in service. The hiring committee is especially interested in applicants who, through their leadership, service, lived experience and/or research, will contribute to the diversity mission of the college. The Psychology Department has significant strength in forensically related and social justice areas and seeks applicants with complimentary interests (Ph.D. required).   Faculty will perform teaching, research and advising duties in area(s) of expertise; share responsibility for committee and department assignments including administrative, supervisory, and other functions.   QUALIFICATIONS PhD, JD/PhD or equivalent in area(s) of expertise. In addition, the successful candidate will be able to teach successfully, has a demonstrated record of scholarship or achievement, and will be able to cooperate with others for the good of the institution. Forty-seven percent of John Jay students are first-generation college students. The college seeks a faculty member who thrives in a multi-cultural, collaborative academic environment and is committed to both access and excellence in higher education. The successful candidate must be eager and qualified to work with our diverse student body, and have a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion.   COMPENSATION Salary commensurate with experience.  CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.   HOW TO APPLY All candidates must submit an application through CUNY First. Go to www.cuny.edu/employment. Click "Browse job openings". Search by Job Opening ID number ( 21340 ). Click on the "Apply Now" button and follow the instructions. Once registered or logged in, candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statements of teaching and research interests, and teaching evaluations if available. Three (3) reference letters should be emailed to: PsychologySearch@jjay.cuny.edu , with the candidate’s name in the subject line. Inquiries about the position can be directed to the same email address.   Review of applications will begin November 30, 2019   ABOUT JOHN JAY’S PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT The Psychology Department at John Jay College currently has 40 full-time faculty members committed to strong teaching and mentoring of our diverse student body and dedicated to seeking social justice through science. The Department offers an undergraduate degree in Forensic Psychology, with roughly 2000 majors. Our well-established Master’s programs in Forensic Psychology and Forensic Mental Health Counseling enroll approximately 400 students from around the country and the world. The CUNY Graduate Center doctoral programs in Psychology & Law and Clinical Psychology @ John Jay are housed at John Jay as well. The Psychology & Law program trains research-focused scholars. The APA Accredited Clinical Doctoral Program endorses a scientist-practitioner model, maintaining a balance between research training and strong clinical preparation.  For more information about our department, programs and faculty, please explore the Psychology Department website further:   http://www.jjay.cuny.edu/department-psychology
John Jay College, CUNY New York, NY Full time
Nov 08, 2019
Postdoctoral fellow - Human-artificial intelligence interaction and adaptive systems
A postdoctoral position is available at the Faculty of Social Sciences at Université Laval, Quebec City, Canada, under the supervision of Dr. Sébastien Tremblay, full professor at the School of Psychology. Sebastien Tremblay is the director of the Co-DOT lab ( www.co-dot.ulaval.ca ), a research laboratory specialized in applied cognitive psychology and human performance. This is a full-time position for 2 years (extensible) related to the human-technologies interaction. Recent advances in computer engineering, machine learning and artificial intelligence lead toward a world within which humans and automatic systems are required to coexist, cooperate and share a common environment or via augmented and virtual reality. As part of this research project, the selected candidate will work at developing mixed initiative systems in which both human and machine share tasks and decisions depending on their state and that of the environment. For instance, the candidate will be asked to build a model predicting the cognitive and affective state of the user from behavioral and physiological measures. This project will be carried out in a multidisciplinary context, comprising experts from several domains such as human factors, robotics, machine learning, virtual and augmented reality, and automatic computerized systems. The preferred candidate will have the following qualifications:  PhD in cognitive psychology or cognitive sciences; Superior skills with writing journal manuscripts; Ability to supervise and coordinate undergraduate research projects and graduate students; Be able to effectively balance multiple tasks and projects; Detail-oriented, motivated, efficient, and able to work independently and in a team environment; Excellent communication and organization skills (knowledge of French is an asset); Experience with conducting multidisciplinary projects in collaboration with industrial partners is an asset; Experience with analyzing psychophysiological data is an asset (e.g., ocular, cardiac, respiratory, electrodermal activity); Experience with writing grant applications is an asset. Interested applicants may forward a cover letter, their curriculum vitae and the names of two referees by email to:  Dr. Sébastien Tremblay École de psychologie Faculté des sciences sociales 2325, rue des Bibliothèques Email: sebastien.tremblay@psy.ulaval.ca Notes: Salary will be between CA$48,000 – CA$56,000 per year plus travel budget for attending conferences. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
Université Laval Quebec, QC, Canada Postdoc
Oct 31, 2019
Psychological Science-Advanced Assistant/Associate Professor
The School of Social Ecology, in coordination with the Department of Psychological Science at the University of California, Irvine invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of advanced assistant to associate in the Department of Psychological Science who will also serve as Associate Director of the Blum Center for Poverty Alleviation (www.blumcenter.uci.edu), which is part of a UC-wide research and education network. The Blum Center mission focuses on poverty; understanding the psychological foundations of compassion and empathy; and psychological adjustment in response to studying or living in environments disrupted by extreme events such as war and natural disaster. The area of specialization must be related to psychological processes that fits within the broad mission of the UC Blum Center, although we are particularly interested in candidates who would contribute to the social/personality area. Expertise in interventions/applied settings would also be particularly welcomed. Applicants who have active research programs in related areas of intergroup processes, stigma and prejudice, interpersonal relationships, emotional experience, morality and prosocial behavior, and collective action, or who study broader issues of poverty alleviation and health disparities/inequalities are strongly encouraged to apply. This person will inform understanding of important social problems in their leadership role in the Blum Center for Poverty Alleviation. Successful candidates for this position will have an outstanding record of research, as well as evidence of excellent teaching and mentoring, the ability to attract extramural funding, a commitment to inclusive excellence and diversity, as well as experience working with donors and center-based administration. Priority will be given to applications received by December 2, 2019; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Candidates must have a doctoral degree in psychology or a related field. Application materials must be submitted electronically (please refer to the Employment link at the following website for instructions: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF05808. Candidates must submit a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, a statement of research, a statement of teaching, teaching evaluations, representative publications, and arrange to have three letters of recommendation uploaded electronically. A separate statement that addresses past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion must also be included in the application materials. Please direct questions about this position to Diane Enriquez at d.enriquez@uci.edu . The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy. A recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity, UCI is responsive to the needs of dual career couples, supports work-life balance through an array of family-friendly policies, and is dedicated to broadening participation in higher education. ABOUT OUR DEPARTMENT: The Department of Psychological Science at the University of California, Irvine offers a Ph.D. in Psychological Science with a primary specialization in one of four core areas: developmental psychology, health psychology, social/personality psychology, and affective science. We also offer a graduate emphasis in psychology and law. Our faculty bring a multidisciplinary approach to the study of human behavior and sensitivity to the relevance of our research to individual and social problems. The faculty also share a strong commitment to training students in theory, field and laboratory research methods, and advanced statistical techniques. The University of California, Irvine is one of ten campuses of the highly regarded University of California system and is ranked among the top 10 public Universities in North America. With approximately 30,000 students, over 1,100 faculty members, and highly ranked programs in many areas, our campus offers a wealth of opportunities for research collaboration.
University of California, Irvine Irvine, CA, USA Full time
Oct 28, 2019
Postdoctoral Fellow
Stony Brook University seeks a full-time postdoctoral fellow to conduct research with Dr. Roman Kotov (Departments of Psychiatry and Psychology) and a diverse team of investigators. Duration and start time are negotiable.   We are seeking a postdoctoral fellow for a position on a research program with responders to the World Trade Center disaster. The program includes multiple studies that investigate the interplay between personality, mental health, and physical health. These are longitudinal, multifaceted projects with sample sizes ranging from 450 to 10,000 patients. Extensive longitudinal data are available on personality traits, psychiatric symptoms, medical conditions, life stress, real-world functioning, treatment, and biomarkers. Database of systematic evaluations includes over 100,000 observations. Biomarkers include results of GWAS, EWAS, TWAS, proteomics, actigraphy, and natural language analyses. The fellow will work closely with advisory board to the program (Brent Roberts, Daniel Klein, Lee Anna Clark, Michael Bagby, Michael Zvolensky, Patricia Conrod, and Richard Zinbarg) on data analyses and papers. One planned project is a paper articulating guidelines for treatment based on hierarchical taxonomy of psychopathology.   The postdoctoral fellow will be responsible for supervising staff, conducting analyses, preparing manuscripts, writing grants, and designing new studies. Ongoing training will be available in statistical methods, grantsmanship, and substantive questions related to psychopathology, personality, and biomarkers. Clinical opportunities are also available, as well as supervision meeting licensure requirements.  Stony Brook University is a highly collaborative environment with close relationships between departments of psychology, psychiatry, and medicine.   Qualifications include a 1) doctoral degree, 2) expertise in psychopathology, personality, or health research, as well as 3) a minimum of two first-authored publications. Familiarity with longitudinal research and experience coordinating externally-funded studies are desirable.  To apply, please email Roman Kotov ( roman.kotov@stonybrook.edu ) with your CV and contact information of three references. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Stony Brook University Stony Brook, NY, USA Full time
Oct 16, 2019
VISITING ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF PSYCHOLOGY – PERSONALITY/DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY
VISITING ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF PSYCHOLOGY – PERSONALITY/DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY:   The Union College Department of Psychology seeks an excellent teacher-scholar specializing in personality and/or developmental psychology for a period of three years, with the possibility of extending to five.  The area of specialization is open, but the successful candidate will be able to offer our 200-level personality psychology course.  We will prioritize candidates who can also teach developmental courses.  An ability to teach statistics and introductory psychology would also be helpful.  Our new colleague might also contribute to the College’s general-education program by teaching a first-year preceptorial or sophomore research seminar.  These general-education courses are aimed at non-majors, focus on a topic of the faculty member’s choosing, and develop students’ writing, thinking, and secondary research skills.  We expect that our new colleague will establish and maintain a high-quality research program that involves undergraduate students.  PhD by appointment date preferred.  Union College recognizes the rich possibilities of interdisciplinary studies. The Psychology department currently provides support for the Gender Sexuality and Women’s Studies and Neuroscience programs. Candidates who can support these and/or other Interdisciplinary Studies programs, including those with cross cultural and community engagement interests, are encouraged to apply. Teaching load is two courses per ten-week trimester, six courses per academic year.  Salary and benefits are competitive. The College offers strong support for both teaching and research. Founded in 1795, Union College is a small, selective, private college with a history of excellence in the liberal arts, sciences, and engineering.  Both the College and the department take great pride in offering our students rigorous and engaging learning experiences and the opportunity to participate in cutting-edge research. The College is located in New York’s Capital Region, a metropolitan area of over one million people.  Our region offers affordable, livable neighborhoods and a variety of interesting cultural and recreational opportunities.  In addition, both New York City and Boston are located within a three-hour drive from campus. Union College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly committed to student and workforce diversity. Increasing diversity on campus is a critical priority for Union, one that is integral to our mission of preparing students for a globally interconnected world. Our goal is not only to increase diversity, but to support a diverse environment in which people from varied backgrounds can succeed and thrive. As such, we welcome applications from members of traditionally underrepresented groups. Applicants are encouraged to state in their cover letter how they will enhance the diversity of offerings and educational experiences if hired.  We value and are committed to a host of diverse populations and cultures including, but not limited to, those based on race, religion, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin and veteran status. Union College is committed to providing access and will provide reasonable accommodation in its application process to individuals with disabilities who request such accommodations. We ask that candidates submit the following via our portal at http://jobs.union.edu : (1) an application letter, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) statements of teaching and research interests, (4) evidence of teaching effectiveness including any course evaluations and peer evaluations that are available, (5) evidence of scholarship including copies of peer-reviewed publications, and (6) a statement describing experience working with diverse student populations and/or the ability to contribute to a diverse community.  Questions may be directed to Linda Stanhope, chair of the search committee, at STANHOPL@union.edu.  Review of applications will begin on December 15, 2019.
Union College Schenectady, NY, USA Full time
Sep 24, 2019
Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track): Social and Health Psychology
The Department of Psychology at Carnegie Mellon University is seeking applicants who work at the intersection of Social or Personality and Health Psychology for a tenure track Assistant Professor position. We are interested in candidates with a strong grounding in psychological theory, cutting-edge methods and research programs, high-quality teaching, and strong statistical training and quantitative skills. We place high value on programmatic, theory-driven research that contributes to the substantive advancement of social or personality and health psychology. We also value open science efforts and strive for replicable and reproducible research. For serious consideration , application materials should emphasize how applicants: work at the intersection of social or personality and health psychology have a strong conceptual grounding for one’s work in psychological theory have a track-record of experience with study design, data collection, and analysis  Carnegie Mellon is a highly supportive environment for scientists seeking to span disciplines and employ multiple methodologies in their research. We are committed to building a diverse faculty within an increasingly broad university community. We believe that diversity of researchers, of research questions (at the intersection of social or personality and health psychology), and of research populations improves our field and our department, and we are actively seeking to improve and represent those values.  Accordingly, we strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups, and/or from researchers whose work involves these populations. We also work actively to meet the needs of dual-career couples. Carnegie Mellon offers highly competitive salaries and start-up packages in an attractive and highly livable urban environment.   To be considered for positions beginning Fall 2020, applications must be received no later than October 1, 2019 . To apply to this position, please see:     http://apply.interfolio.com/63210   Questions may be addressed to gingerp@cmu.edu.   Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  
Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA, USA Full time
Sep 16, 2019
Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track): Computational Cognitive Neuroscience
The Carnegie Mellon Neuroscience Institute and the Department of Psychology at Carnegie Mellon University intend to make a joint tenure-track faculty hire in the area of Computational Cognitive Neuroscience . Candidates should be pursuing programmatic, theory-driven experimental research that contributes to our understanding of the neural mechanisms underlying cognitive processes and/or interactions between cognitive and social, perceptual, or sensory processes. We are especially interested in candidates who will thrive in a collaborative research environment, have strong grounding in theory, use cutting-edge methods, are dedicated to high-quality teaching, and have strong training in computational approaches to understanding neural processing and cognition.   Carnegie Mellon is a highly collaborative and supportive environment for scientists seeking to span disciplines and employ multiple methodologies in their research. The Psychology Department and the Carnegie Mellon Neuroscience Institute both have long traditions of blending computation with cognitive science and neuroscience; Carnegie Mellon is a pioneer in research and training in neural computation, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. Additional resources available for research in this area include a variety of neuroimaging centers. Candidates with appropriate backgrounds will have opportunities to become involved in the Machine Learning Department or the Robotics Institute within our top-ranked School of Computer Science.   Carnegie Mellon offers highly competitive salaries and start-up packages in an attractive urban environment frequently rated as one of the most livable in the U.S. We are committed to building a diverse faculty within an increasingly broad university community, and we strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. We also work actively to meet the needs of dual-career couples.   To be considered for a position beginning Fall 2020, applications will be considered on a rolling basis beginning on October 1, 2019. To apply to this position, please see  http://apply.interfolio.com/67816     Questions may be addressed to gingerp@cmu.edu .   Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.    
Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA, USA Full time