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Aug 15, 2019
Assistant Professor (Biological Foundations of Behavior) Featured
Biological Foundations of Behavior (Tenure track position, beginning fall 2020): The Department of Psychology at Providence College invites applications for a full-time, tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Candidates should possess a Ph.D. in Psychology or closely related field, with an emphasis on studying the biological foundations of behavior (broadly defined). Potential areas of scholarship could include but are not limited to Sensation and Perception, Human Neuroscience, Physiological Psychology, and Psychoneuroimmunology.Successful applicants should also provide evidence of excellence in undergraduate teaching and mentorship, and demonstrate the ability to establish an active program of research. Providence College’s state-of-the-art Caiafa Center for Psychological Science, scheduled to be fully renovated Fall 2019, features flexible human lab space, as well as a well-equipped animal vivarium and wet lab. In addition to engaging students in research, candidates will teach 5-6 undergraduate courses per academic year, including a survey (3 credits), research (with lab, 4 credits), and an advanced seminar course in the candidate’s area of expertise. Candidates will also be expected to contribute to a year-long, integrated Research Methods & Statistics course, Introduction to Psychology, and the interdisciplinary Neuroscience program. Applicants should apply no later than October 21, 2019 online at https://careers.providence.edu/ . Applications should include a cover letter stating their candidacy for the position, a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy and research interests, graduate transcripts, and three letters of reference. Inquiries may be directed to Christopher Bloom, Ph.D., Search Committee Chair, cbloom@providence.edu . Providence College is a Roman Catholic four-year liberal arts college conducted under the auspices of the Dominican Friars and seeks candidates who can affirm and contribute to its mission. Providence College is committed to upholding an academic culture and campus community that attracts and supports the development of a stellar and diverse faculty reflecting the global environment in which we live and work. The Psychology Department places a high value on hiring individuals who are dedicated to teaching and mentoring students of diverse backgrounds to help promote an equitable and inclusive learning experience. An AA/EOE, the College especially encourages the application of women and persons of color. Tenure-track faculty appointments offer competitive salaries and full benefits. Additionally, the College provides reimbursement of relocation costs and offers travel funds for academic conferences. Faculty may also apply for a semester long paid sabbatical to support their scholarship before tenure.  
Providence College Providence, RI, USA Full time
Aug 08, 2019
Developmental Science Featured
Department of Psychology Queen’s University Tenure-track Appointment in Psychology   DEVELOPMENTAL SCIENCE   The Department of Psychology at Queen’s University invites applications for a Tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor with specialization in Developmental Science, with a preferred starting date of July 1, 2020.  Candidates must have a PhD or equivalent degree completed at the start date of the appointment. The main criteria for selection are demonstrated academic and teaching excellence. The successful candidate will have a research program focused on social development from middle childhood through adolescence. Any topic within this broad area will be considered including, for example, social cognition, peer relationships, social interaction, prosocial behaviour, emotional development, and children's theories of mind. The successful candidate’s research area would complement our existing strengths in social cognition and socioemotional development among current faculty ( https://www.queensu.ca/psychology/graduate-program/prospective-students/programs/developmental-program/developmental-faculty ). A high degree of collaborative potential is required, which may manifest through cutting-edge research techniques (e.g., biological bases of social behavior), or natural bridges with other areas of the department (e.g., clinical, social, cognitive) or disciplines (e.g., education). The successful candidate will provide evidence of high quality scholarly output that demonstrates potential for independent research leading to peer-assessed publications and the securing of external research funding, as well as potential for outstanding teaching contributions at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and an ongoing commitment to academic and pedagogical excellence. Candidates must provide evidence of an ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary and student-centered environment. The successful candidates will be required to make substantive contributions through service to the department, the Faculty, the University, and/or the broader community. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.  This position is subject to final budgetary approval by the University. The Department has excellent facilities for interdisciplinary research through links with the Queen’s Centre for Neuroscience Studies and its research-dedicated 3T Siemens Prisma MRI facility ( http://neuroscience.queensu.ca/ ), the Queen’s Biological Communication Centre ( http://www.queensu.ca/psychology/queens-biological-communication-centre ) and the Centre for Advanced Computing (https://cac.queensu.ca/). The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen’s is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ persons.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. To comply with federal laws, the University is obliged to gather statistical information as to how many applicants for each job vacancy are Canadian citizens / permanent residents of Canada. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or citizenship; however, all applications must include one of the following statements: “I am a Canadian citizen / permanent resident of Canada” OR, “I am not a Canadian citizen / permanent resident of Canada”. Applications that do not include this information will be deemed incomplete.   A complete application consists of: a cover letter (including one of the two statements regarding Canadian citizenship / permanent resident status specified in the previous paragraph); a current Curriculum Vitae (including a list of publications, awards and grants received); a statement of current and prospective research interests; a statement of teaching interests and experience (including teaching philosophy, as well as teaching outlines and evaluations if available); and, Three letters of reference to be sent directly to Dr. Wendy Craig at the address included below. Reference letters should be dated, and include the referee’s name, position, department, institution, email address and telephone number, the name of the nominee, and the period of time and the capacity in which the referee has known the nominee.   The deadline for applications is October 15, 2019 . Applicants are encouraged to send all documents in their application packages electronically as PDFs to Dr. Wendy Craig at psychead@queensu.ca although hard copy applications may be submitted to: Dr. Wendy Craig, Head Department of Psychology Humphrey Hall Queen’s University Kingston, Ontario                               CANADA  K7L 3N6                           The University will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs.  If you require accommodation during the interview process, please contact Theresa Brennan in the Department of Psychology, 613-533-6406. Academic staff at Queen’s University are governed by a Collective Agreement between the University and the Queen’s University Faculty Association (QUFA) , which is posted at http://queensu.ca/facultyrelations/faculty-librarians-and-archivists/collective-agreement and at http://www.qufa.ca .
Queen's University Kingston, ON, Canada Full time
Aug 06, 2019
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Psychology Featured
Utilise your passion and academic expertise for Psychology Contribute to a young but growing research environment AUT is   now ranked in t he   top 1.2% of all universities worldwide Auckland University of Technology (AUT)   is vibrant, achievement-oriented and a rewarding place to work. As one of the world's top 30 millennial universities and New Zealand's newest, it offers a stimulating teaching and research environment with strong connections to government, business and industry.  AUT has over 29,000 students and 2,500 staff across our three teaching campuses and is located in New Zealand's largest city,   Auckland ­ - consistently ranked as one of the world's most liveable cities. Based in AUT's city campus, our   Psychology   team (within AUT's   School of Social Sciences and Public Policy ) focuses on the scientific study of human behaviour, providing a much-needed perspective on what humans need to develop and thrive. Our team teach psychology within the context of our society; the places where we live and work. With the continued increase in students in our   BA Psychology major   and the 2018 introduction of a new post-graduate programme in social and developmental psychology, Psychology at AUT is a growing and vibrant discipline and this is an exciting time for the department. We are also pleased to have welcomed a new Head of School, who is additionally the Co-Director of the   Centre for Social Data Analytics (CSDA)   (which has recently transferred to the school). The Role We have a permanent, full-time opportunity for a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer of Psychology to develop their career in teaching, research and service. We are ideally seeking research interests in social and/or developmental psychology. The appointee will ideally also be quantitative-focussed, as the small team of Psychology lecturers you will join work within a quantitative-focussed environment. Previous lecturing experience is desirable. You will be expected to publish actively in your specialised field; research is well supported within the School. It is also expected that over time the successful candidate will seek external research funding, engage with government, business, the professions and/or the community, and contribute to School/Faculty activities. Interdisciplinary collaboration opportunities also exist across the School. You'll teach across psychology programmes as agreed with the Programme Leader. You may also assume future responsibility for the co-ordination and delivery of psychology papers, as well as be offered the opportunity to develop your own papers. We embrace practice-led, as well as research-informed, approaches to teaching where the student experience is optimised. A collaborative, open and engaging attitude that is flexible to School requirements is essential. You'll join a small but focussed, open and highly collaborative group that supports the growth of its people. There is genuinely positive energy within the Psychology Programme and we offer an excellent research environment, with research support. The School also offers a variety of contestable research funds. Application information We welcome applications from suitably qualified applicants and request they submit a full CV (including a full list of publications and contact details for three referees), plus a cover letter addressing the following: Key requirements for the role Qualification: PhD (or very close to submission for examination) in Psychology Research and Scholarship: Research interests preferably in social and/or developmental psychology. An early career academic will have the basis of a solid research pipeline More experienced candidates will already have a proven research track record with quality publications and ideally, success in external funding bids. Teaching and Learning: An early career academic will ideally have at least some previous lecturing experience. More experienced candidates will have previous lecturing experience, evidence of curriculum development and also ideally experience supervising Masters and/or PhD students. Appointment level and salary will be commensurate with the skills and experience of the successful applicant. Start Date:   Preferably January 2020 or earlier For academic enquiries: Contact Dr Erik Landhuis, Programme Leader Psychology -   erik.landhuis@aut.ac.nz . For recruitment enquiries: Contact Mike Wood, Executive Recruitment Partner -   mike.wood@aut.ac.nz Advertising closes Sunday, 1 September 2019 at 23:55pm
Auckland University of Technology Wellesley St East/AUT City Campus, Auckland CBD, Auckland, New Zealand Full time
Jul 11, 2019
Assistant Professor of Psychology - Clinical Featured
HARVARD UNIVERSITY . The Department of Psychology anticipates making a tenure-track appointment at the assistant professor level to begin July 1, 2020.  We seek candidates with core expertise in clinical psychology/clinical science whose research programs also bridge to other domains in psychology, neuroscience, or related disciplines. Our interest is less in specific areas than it is in innovation and excellence. The appointment is expected to begin on July 1, 2020.  Candidates at all levels are encouraged to apply.   Candidates must have a strong doctoral record and have completed their Ph.D.  Candidates should have demonstrated a promise of excellence in both research and teaching. Teaching duties will include offerings at both undergraduate and graduate levels.  Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research and teaching statements, up to three representative reprints, and names and contact information of three to five references.  Also required is a statement describing efforts to encourage diversity, inclusion, and belonging, including past, current, and anticipated future contributions in these areas.  In addition, please arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted to http://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/9136  The application will be complete only when all three letters have been submitted. Questions regarding this position can be addressed to Jill Hooley at jmh@wjh.harvard.edu .  The committee will consider completed applications starting immediately on a rolling basis through October 1. We expect to begin conducting interviews in October and November. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law.
Harvard Psychology Department CAMBRIDGE Full time
Aug 19, 2019
Postdoctoral Recruitment Ad
Postdoctoral Fellowship – Alcohol Research   We are in search of motivated individuals with an exemplary research background to join a multi-disciplinary team conducting alcohol research.  We have a series of ongoing studies involve novel techniques for of detection/monitoring for alcohol use and delivery of innovative interventions to reduce alcohol use.  Our approach to postdoctoral training typically involves interaction with a multidisciplinary team of investigators, including Drs. Donald Dougherty, Nathalie Hill-Kapturczak, Tara Karns-Wright, Charles Mathias, and Tae Joon Moon.  Depending on the applicant's career goals, areas of training include: experimental design, clinical intervention, behavioral pharmacology, and/or mobile health applications.  Additionally, this training environment is strengthened through collaboration our local NIDA T32 program substance abuse research (PI: Dr. Charles France).  The fellow will be provided active research mentoring and be engaged in manuscript and grant writing.  Responsibilities include study coordination and supervision of study personnel, participant recruitment, screening, psychological testing, statistical analyses, and manuscript/grant preparation.  Applicants must have completed a Ph.D. in in a relevant discipline.  Multiple-year appointments are available and dependent on satisfactory performance.  Candidates should send their curriculum vitae, a letter outlining interests and career goals, and representative publication reprints. Materials can be sent by email ( NRLC@nrlc-group.net ) or by mail to Donald M. Dougherty, Department of Psychiatry, MC 7793, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX 78229-3900.  All postdoctoral appointments are designated as security sensitive positions.  The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including protected veterans and persons with disabilities.
UT Health - NRLC NRLC, Louis Pasteur Drive, San Antonio, TX, USA Postdoc
Aug 19, 2019
Professor of Management & Organizations (Open Rank)
Professor of Management & Organizations (Open Rank) The Management and Organizations Department of the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University invites applications for tenure-track faculty positions. We are primarily interested in applications at the rank of Assistant Professor, but we will also consider outstanding candidates at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. Applicants should demonstrate an interest in topics relevant to management or organizations and provide evidence of outstanding research potential and an ability to enhance the department’s research and teaching portfolio. The department supports diverse approaches to research, grounded in psychology, sociology, organizational behavior and theory, strategic management and behavioral data science. A PhD or equivalent degree must be in hand or expected by employment start date. Information about the department can be found on our   website . Further inquiries about the position can be directed to MORSrecruiting@kellogg.northwestern.edu . Please apply at:   https://facultyrecruiting.northwestern.edu/apply/NTA2 To apply, please submit the following: A brief cover letter, a current CV, a research statement, one to three publications or working papers, and three letters of recommendation. For full consideration, all application materials must be received by October 1, 2019. Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.
Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University Evanston, IL, USA Full time
Aug 08, 2019
UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP
UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP The Vermont Center on Behavior and Health in the UVM College of Medicine announces an NIH postdoctoral research fellowship opportunity with Dr. Stacey Sigmon in our internationally recognized center of excellence for drug abuse research. The fellow will help to lead ongoing randomized clinical trials evaluating low-barrier, technology-assisted buprenorphine treatment for individuals with opioid use disorder (OUD), as well as develop new research opportunities aimed at expanding OUD treatment access in rural, underserved areas.  Dr. Sigmon, VCBH colleagues and our 29-year training program have an exceptional track record of helping fellows to establish successful careers as independent investigators. Eligibility: Applicants must have completed their training in psychology or a related discipline and be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Outstanding trainees are selected on the basis of scholastic record, productivity and commitment to a career in drug abuse research. Individuals must be highly motivated, possess initiative and a strong desire to learn and expand their interests and expertise. Appointment: 2-3 yrs. Benefits: Stipend, medical insurance coverage, and travel funds supported by NIH Institutional Training Awards. To apply: Send application form (downloaded from VCBH website), a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, and 3 letters of reference to: Dr. Stacey Sigmon c/o Ms. Marissa Palmer ( marissa.palmer@uvm.edu ). About us: The VCBH was established in 2013 with the primary aim of investigating relationships between personal behaviors and risk for chronic disease and premature death, with a specific focus on understanding mechanisms underpinning risk, and developing effective interventions and policies to promote healthy behavior. The VCBH resides within the UVM Department of Psychiatry, with additional investigators, collaborators, and advisors across 15 academic departments across the UVM College of Medicine, 7 UVM colleges, and 5 other universities. The VCBH is further strengthened by interdisciplinary collaborations with key community healthcare leaders and distinguished scientific advisory panels. For more information: Contact Ms. Marissa Palmer, marissa.palmer@uvm.edu or see our website. Burlington, Vermont is located in the beautiful Lake Champlain region, surrounded by the Green and Adirondack Mountains. Burlington is home to a thriving arts scene, creative entrepreneurship, great shopping, three colleges and a university, and a full range of four-season outdoor pursuits (www.vermontvacation.com). Montreal and Boston are also within easy driving distances.  
University of Vermont Burlington, VT, USA Full time
Aug 06, 2019
Assistant Professor - Clinical Psychology
The Department of Psychology at the University of British Columbia–Vancouver campus ( psych.ubc.ca ) invites applications for two tenure-track positions at the assistant professor level in clinical psychology, which will begin July 1, 2020.    Candidates must hold a PhD from an accredited clinical training program (including an APA- or CPA-accredited internship) before starting either position. They will also be required to obtain registration as a psychologist in the province of British Columbia once their formal appointment begins.  We are seeking applicants with strong research records who would enhance our research-oriented CPA-accredited doctoral program. Both positions are open with regard to clinical research specialization. For both positions, we are particularly interested in candidates whose research complements existing strengths of our clinical program and bridges clinical psychology to other areas of the department (psych.ubc.ca/people). The successful candidates will be expected to maintain a program of scholarly research that leads to publication; conduct effective undergraduate and graduate teaching; provide effective clinical and research supervision; and contribute to departmental service.  Applications are to be submitted online through the Department of Psychology’s Internal Resources website at: https://psyc.air.arts.ubc.ca/jobid34708/ . Applicants should upload the required documents by the deadline in this order: cover letter, CV, research statement, teaching statement, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and three publications. In their research statement, we encourage applicants to discuss their past and/or planned research approach in the context of ongoing discussion in the sciences about research practices, replicability, and open science. We also ask applicants to include a one-page statement about their experience working with a diverse student body and their contributions or potential contributions to creating/advancing a culture of equity and inclusion. In addition, applicants should arrange to have at least three confidential letters of recommendation submitted via email to ubcpsycjobs@psych.ubc.ca .  The deadline for applications is October 1, 2019 . The positions are subject to final budgetary approval. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Métis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
University of British Columbia UBC Department of Psychology, West Mall, Vancouver, BC, Canada Full time
Aug 05, 2019
Postdoctoral Scientist
The Stress & Motivated Behavior Institute (SMBI) in collaboration with the Tactical Behavior Research Laboratory (TBRL) of the Combat Capabilities Development Command Armaments Center (CCDC-AC) of the Picatinny Arsenal in Northern New Jersey has a postdoctoral opening immediately available. The postdoctoral fellow will be under the supervision of Richard J. Servatius, Ph.D., Director of the SMBI. The primary research studies involve military performance in virtual reality training scenarios with the goal to optimize performance while accounting for individual differences in reactivity, vigilance, and inhibitory control. The research study integrates neuropsychological and personality scales, neurocognitive assessments, psychophysiology, and biological endpoints. Primary data collection will be at the state-of-the-art facilities at TBRL. The successful candidate must: be independently motivated, be able to work in collaboration with others, have experience in human research, have a high degree of attention to detail, and be able to communicate clearly and write well. Interested candidates will provide a letter of interest, a c.v., and two letters of support to richard.servatius@va.gov .
Central New York Research Corporation Remote (Picatinny Arsenal, Lake Telemark, Rockaway, NJ, USA) Postdoc
Jul 30, 2019
Postdoctoral Fellowship
Position : A 1-year renewable postdoctoral research fellowship is available with Professor C.S. Widom in the Psychology Department at John Jay College of Criminal Justice and the City University of New York, starting immediately. The postdoc will conduct mentored research on a new grant funded by the National Institute on Aging that will focus on the impact of early life exposure to child maltreatment on risk for cognitive decline, mild cognitive impairment, Alzheimer’s disease, and biological aging. The fellow will join a multidisciplinary research group, have access to an extensive longitudinal data set, and have opportunities for training in all aspects of this research, including project conceptualization, data analysis, manuscript preparation, publication, and conference presentations. The Fellow will work closely with Dr. Widom and the principal investigators to analyze and interpret quantitative findings, prepare scholarly journal articles, and present at academic conferences. This person will be expected to work both independently and collaboratively as part of the research team. About Us: Dr. Cathy Spatz Widom is a Distinguished Professor in the Psychology Department at John Jay College and a member of the Graduate Center faculty, City University of New York. She is a fellow of the American Psychological Association, the American Psychopathological Association, and the American Society of Criminology. A former faculty member at Harvard, Indiana, University at Albany (SUNY), and New Jersey Medical School, Widom has served on the editorial boards of psychology, criminology, and child maltreatment journals. She has published extensively on the long-term consequences of child abuse and neglect and has received numerous awards for her research. Others principals on the research team include Jennifer Manly, Ph.D., Department of Neurology, G.H. Sergievsky Center, and Taub Institute for Research on Alzheimer's Disease and the Aging Brain, Columbia University; Frances Champagne, Ph.D., Department of Psychology, University of Texas at Austin; Nim Tottenham, Ph.D., Department of Psychology, Columbia University; and Molly Maxfield, Department of Psychology, University of Colorado - Colorado Springs. John Jay College has a brand new, state-of-the-art building located in the heart of mid-town Manhattan. Dr. Widom has a suite of offices for herself and her staff in the new building at 524 West 59th Street on the 10th Floor.   Experience and Qualifications: PhD in psychology or related discipline Expertise in statistical analyses and software (R, SPSS, Excel, MPlus, SAS, and/or Stata) Established interest in child maltreatment and/or aging Demonstrated capacity in scholarly research, as evidenced by publications and/or research experience Strong written and communication skills
John Jay College, City University of New York John Jay College of Criminal Justice, West 59th Street, New York, NY, USA Full time
Jul 29, 2019
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Behavioral Neuroscience
Williams College Department of Psychology seeks candidates for a tenure-track position in Behavioral Neuroscience, beginning July 1, 2020, at the assistant professor level (though a more senior appointment is possible under special circumstances). We seek productive scholars and excellent teachers whose research programs (using human and/or non-human models) can engage undergraduate students. Williams College offers substantial internal support for research and a generous sabbatical program. The teaching obligation normally consists of three courses per year (one of which includes a laboratory component) plus a January Winter Study course every-other year. Likely courses include the neuroscience section of a team-taught Introductory Psychology course, a co-taught Introduction to Neuroscience course, and an upper-level research seminar with laboratory component in the candidate’s area of interest. The successful candidate will also be expected to occasionally join the teaching rotation for our department’s methods and statistics laboratory course and a senior seminar. We are especially interested in candidates from underrepresented groups as well as individuals who have experience working with diverse undergraduate student populations. Additional information and resources can be found at our departmental web site: http://psychology.williams.edu . Candidates should have a Ph.D. at the time of appointment. All offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background check. Further information is available at http://dean-faculty.williams.edu/prospective-faculty/background-check-policy/ . Applications must be submitted online at https://apply.interfolio.com/65799 . Your application should include a cover letter in which you speak to your ability to work effectively with an undergraduate student population that is broadly diverse with regard to gender, race, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, and religion. Your application should include a vita, three letters of reference, and up to three writing samples (articles). You should also submit a research statement that includes a description of how undergraduates will be included in your research program. Finally, please submit a teaching statement that includes a description of your pedagogical approach, evidence of teaching effectiveness (i.e., course evaluations), and a brief description of the course you would like to teach as an upper-level research seminar. For full consideration, applications must be submitted by October 1, 2019. Please contact Ms. Christine Russell, department administrative assistant, at cjr1@williams.edu with any questions.
Williams College Williamstown, MA, USA Full time
Jul 26, 2019
Emory University, Department of Psychology, Multiple Positions
The Department of Psychology at Emory University invites applications for three faculty lines, including a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in developmental science ( https://apply.interfolio.com/64756 ) a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in human cognition ( https://apply.interfolio.com/65505 ), and a lecture-track position in social/cross cultural psychology ( https://apply.interfolio.com/65508 ). Please consult the individual links for details specific to each position. Anticipated start date for all positions is Fall 2020. Ph.D. required. Emory University (Atlanta, GA) is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
Emory University Atlanta, GA, USA Full time
Jul 24, 2019
Postdoctoral Research Associate
POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE (03/18/2019) The Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence —a division of the Yale Child Study Center  in the Yale School of Medicine—seek a two-year Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the early childhood research team on a project piloting RULER in Chinese preschools. Preschool RULER  is a whole-school approach to promoting emotional intelligence for preschool-aged children and the adults in their lives (e.g., early childhood educators). Emotional intelligence is targeted by focusing on five social-emotional (SE) skills remembered using the acronym: RULER (recognizing, understanding, labeling, expressing, and regulating emotions). RULER provides concrete tools and strategies that support educators in teaching, modeling, and integrating these skills into every aspect of the school day contributing to increased social and behavioral competencies and school readiness. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will hold a doctorate and have experience in early childhood data collection and assessment as well as management of research projects. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will be responsible for coordinating with research teams in China. In addition, the Postdoctoral Research Associate will develop data collection protocols, create data files and codebooks, code data, run basic summary statistics, check data for irregularities, and provide Dr. Bailey with regular progress reports. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will be based in Connecticut with the potential for some travel during the granting period. RESPONSIBILITIES Managing data collection activities with early childhood educators and young children and their families in China Managing trainings, data sets, running analyses, and reporting results Contributing to IRB applications and amendments, and future grant proposals Using advanced statistical techniques and multilevel and structural equation modeling Coordinating with Chinese research teams Preparing research papers for publication in peer-reviewed journals SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Competence in (1) early childhood and social and emotional development, (2) managing and analyzing data, (3) communicating, reporting and disseminating through writing and presenting is expected, and (4) speaking and understanding Mandarin and other/or Chinese other/or Chinese language variants is required. Preference will be for candidates with experience: conducting research in schools and/or with young children, including experimental or quasi-experimental designs, proficiency using Mplus/R/Stata, background in psychometrics, and a history of scholarly publications. Qualified candidates will have recently completed a PhD in psychology, education, or a related field. Specialization or demonstrated interest in the study of early childhood SEL is necessary. TO APPLY Applications will be reviewed immediately until the position is filled. To apply, send your CV, an example of scholarly work, and a one-page cover letter to Dr. Bailey at craig.bailey@yale.edu. Please submit your materials as PDF files and name them LastName.CV.pdf, LastName.coverletter.pdf, etc. Qualified applicants may be contacted to schedule an interview and asked to submit two letters of recommendation.
Yale University New Haven, CT, USA Full time