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POSTGRADUATE ASSOCIATE – Social and Emotional Developmental Benchmarks (Posting Date 3/25/20)   Do you believe that an emotionally intelligent, empathic, and socially skilled society is a better educated, more peaceful, healthy and successful society? The Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, part of the Child Study Center at the Yale University School of Medicine, conducts research and teaches people of all ages how to develop their emotional intelligence. Our work focuses on (1) the development and impact of social and emotional skills among diverse populations, including education settings and organizations, and (2) the mechanisms by which social and emotional skills and training impact significant life outcomes. We are looking for a  Postgraduate Associate (PGA) to start June 12, 2020 or soon thereafter to join the Social and Emotional Developmental Benchmarks Team.This team is working on an innovative, multi-year initiative funded by the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative. The goal of this project is to develop and validate a set of tools that educators can use to assess students’ emotion regulation skills in 1st through 12th grade.  The PGA will be responsible for contributing to data collection, analyses, and reporting; liaising with schools and teachers and with organizations within and outside of Yale via telephone, web-based, and in person communications; and, attending meetings at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence with Yale staff and our collaborators, keeping meeting minutes, and overseeing related tasks as needed. The ideal candidate will have excellent time management skills, high attention to detail, superior written and oral communication skills, the ability to give and receive feedback as well as to work independently and in teams. They will have at least a bachelor’s degree, preferably in psychology or education; proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and social media. Preferred qualifications include research experience, content knowledge in emotion regulation, developmental psychology, or affective science; experience working with children and youth; and an interest in applying for an advanced degree in the future. The Postgraduate Associate position is for up to two years in duration with the second year being conditional on progress made in the first year and availability of funding. (Salary=$35,700) Postgraduate positions are open to those who have recently received a bachelor and/or masters degree, but not doctoral degrees. Please send a cover letter and resume or CV to zijia.ng@yale.edu . Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled . Please have three letters of reference available upon request.

Job Title    Visiting Instructor - Psychology Job ID    24867 Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular   Posting Details Department: Psychology/0-1255-000 College/Division: College of Arts & Sciences Hiring Salary: $50,000   POSITION SUMMARY: The Department of Psychology at the University of South Florida invites applications for ONE (1) VISITING INSTRUCTOR for 1 academic year (9-month contract) with the possible extension for a second and/or third year, with service to begin as early as August 7, 2020. A review of the applications will begin on April 13, 2020. Applications received after April 13, 2020 may be reviewed and advanced, in cases of compelling merit, up to the conclusion of the search process. Applicants must be able to teach a variety of courses. Preferred teaching experience listed below. The required course load is 4 courses per semester.   QUALIFICATIONS (Education & Experience): Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate field of specialization by time of appointment.  Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Instructor.   Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to applicants with experience teaching such undergraduate courses as Abnormal Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Health Psychology, and Behavior Modification.   USF Tampa Information for Applicants This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check.   Job Opening Number: 24867 Posting Date: 03/25/2020 Posting End Date: 04/12/2020   How To Apply Please visit https:/www.usf.edu/work-at-usf/careers/index.aspx . You will need the Job Opening ID Number: 24867 to search for this specific posting. The link above will include instructions on how to apply through Careers@USF. When applying to an opening you will have the opportunity to upload the following documents listed below. Applicants should submit a statement describing their teaching experience (or teaching portfolio) and a CV. Apply online by completing the required information and attaching your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME, PLUS ANY OTHER REQUESTED MATERIAL, MUST BE IN ONE ATTACHMENT . Only online applications are accepted for this position. Three letters of recommendation should be sent directly to: Jessica Lauteria at j lauteria@usf.edu.   The University of South Florida encourages applications from women and members of minority groups.   According to Florida Law, applications and meetings regarding them are open to the public. USF is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Institution. For ADA accommodations, please contact Jessica Lauteria , (813) 974-1059 at least five working days prior to need. USF is an AA/EA/EO institution   Click here for additional tutorial information.   Equal Employment Opportunity USF is an equal opportunity, equal access academic institution that embraces diversity in the workplace.   Work Location Campus map and location overview: USF - Tampa Campus   About USF The University of South Florida System is a high-impact, global research system dedicated to student success. The USF System includes three institutions:  USF; USF St. Petersburg; and USF Sarasota-Manatee.  The institutions are separately accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.  All institutions have distinct missions and their own detailed strategic plans. Serving over 48,000 students, the USF System has an annual budget of $1.6 billion and an annual economic impact of $4.4 billion. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference.   Working at USF With more than 16,000 employees in the USF System, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region.  At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment that fosters the development and advancement of our employees.  We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through on-going development and career opportunities.  We also offer a first class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave programs and more. To learn more about working at USF please visit: Work Here. Learn Here. Grow Here.

The Northwestern Institute for Sexual and Gender Minority Health and Wellbeing (ISGMH) seeks a postdoctoral fellow to be involved in an ongoing study of HIV and substance use in young gay bisexual and other men who have sex with men (YMSM) and transgender women.   RADAR   is a large longitudinal cohort of YMSM and transgender women that aims to understand multilevel influences on HIV and substance use. The project integrates various data collection activities that aim to examine the effects of biological, network, neighborhood, dyadic and individual-level factors on myriad health outcomes, with an emphasis on HIV and substance use. The postdoc will participate in a diverse array of research activities, including project-related activities, authoring and co-authoring manuscripts, analysis of existing specimens and data, and collaborating on ongoing biopsychosocial projects and ancillary studies. In addition to the projects described above, there are multiple other existing data sources for analysis and dissemination, including several longitudinal cohort studies of the health and development of sexual minority and gender diverse youth. This position also offers the unique opportunity to work with ISGMH faculty as they seek to build new interdisciplinary collaborative research projects on sexual and gender minority health at Northwestern. Opportunities exist to gain exposure to and mentorship on grant writing. The postdoctoral scholar will be mentored directly by Dr. Brian Mustanski, and co-mentors will include Dr. Richard D’Aquila and Dr. Thom McDade. ISGMH is the nation’s first university-wide center focused exclusively on LGBTQ health. It provides leadership and infrastructure that promotes innovative, multidisciplinary research to improve the health and well-being of LGBTQ individuals and communities. The mission of ISGMH is to conduct translational research that improves the health of the LGBTQ community. It was founded by Dr. Brian Mustanski in 2015 and has been the home to many federal- and foundation-funded research projects. The Institute’s multidisciplinary team includes six doctoral-level scientists, multiple masters’ level staff, a team of research assistants and data managers, and a full-time program coordinator for administrative support. Eligibility:   Completion of the doctorate prior to the start of the position is required for postdoctoral scholars. It is preferred that the candidate has a doctorate in psychology, biomedical science, health science, or a related field of study. For this postdoctoral position, preference will be given to candidates who have experience in the collection and analysis of inflammatory data as is relates to minority health, stress, HIV, and/or substance use. Applications will be reviewed as received and continue until the position is filled. While we aim to fill this position quickly, we will prioritize fit with research projects over preferred start date. To apply:   Applicants should email application materials to   Ro Truong . Applications should include a CV and a cover letter explaining fit with this position, research experience, and career goals; a diversity statement; and the name of two references who will be contacted only for finalists. The cover letter should explicitly outline methodological skills possessed by the applicant. Consideration of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. 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. ISGMH Diversity Statement: ISGMH’s commitment to diversity is critical to our mission of advancing access to excellence in academic programs, world-class research, and health programs. Engagement in discrimination or harassment against any person because of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military service, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression will not be tolerated. Through its work, ISGMH advances the health and wellbeing of LGBTQ individuals. Staff and trainees should expect to find a diversity of sexual orientations and gender identities among ISGMH staff, trainees, research participants, and in outreach experiences. We highlight the importance of respecting and valuing this aspect of diversity among staff and trainees.  

Job Summary:  The Department of Psychology at Skidmore College invites applications for two full-time Visiting Assistant Professors for the 2020-2021 academic year. One position is open to applicants in any sub-discipline and one position is open to applicants with expertise in perception. Both positions will involve teaching core courses (e.g., Introduction to Psychological Science, Statistics and Research Methods I and II) and a course in the candidate’s area of specialty. The position involves a teaching load of 18-credits per year that will be decided in conjunction with the department chair. Skidmore seeks to attract an academically and culturally diverse faculty, especially those who can contribute to the growing diversity and excellence of the community. Enthusiasm for teaching a diverse population of students is essential. Skidmore is a liberal arts institution of approximately 2,500 students, with 21% students of color, and 248 full-time faculty members, located in upstate New York. Candidates should submit all materials online, including a cover letter, vita, teaching evaluations/materials, and name and email of three letter of recommendation wiriters. Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must have a Ph.D. in psychology or, if ABD, will complete the Ph.D. by Fall 2020. Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience. EEO Statement:  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 gender, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, military or marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, domestic violence victim status, or prior arrest or conviction record 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. Apply with this link:  http://careers.skidmore.edu/postings/3991 Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable background check result. CREATIVE   THOUGHT   MATTERS .

Applications are invited for a lab manager position working under the supervision of Dr. Alia Crum within the Department of Psychology at Stanford University. The lab manager will work closely with members of the Mind & Body Lab ( https://mbl.stanford.edu/ ) to help run the lab and conduct research.  Administrative responsibilities will include: Being the primary point of contact for any lab-related questions from people inside and outside the lab Managing lab finances and assisting with grant submissions Designing resources and workflows to support lab projects Hiring, training, and mentoring undergraduate research assistants Managing lab website, calendar, and software Organizing lab meetings and events Research responsibilities will include: Recruiting and running participants/collecting data Developing stimuli and experimental protocols Assisting with study design Managing data storage and cleaning Reviewing/editing manuscripts Position details: Title: Lab Manager Time commitment: Full-time, 2-year commitment Preferred start date: June 2020 (flexible)  Required qualifications: B.A./B.S. degree or equivalent Previous research and/or work experience (research/work experience during college counts!) Highly organized and detail-oriented Strong written and oral communication skills Preferred qualifications (but don’t let these deter you from applying): Experience managing multiple projects (of any sort) simultaneously Experience working on studies involving human participants Familiarity with data collection tools and platforms (e.g., Qualtrics, Amazon Mechanical Turk) Familiarity with data management and analysis tools (e.g., R)  Interested candidates should submit a resume/CV and a 1-2 page cover letter describing their interests, research experience, and prior work experience to Isaac Handley-Miner ( ihm@stanford.edu ).

Northern Arizona University, Yuma Branch Campus is conducting a national search to fill a non-tenure track, academic year faculty position in Psychology at the rank of Lecturer. The primary focus of this position is teaching upper division psychology courses for the Bachelor of Science in Psychology program. A demonstrated connectedness to the discipline of psychology is expected. This position requires teaching, service, and professional development activities.   Minimum Qualifications: An earned master’s degree in Psychology or closely related field from an accredited university AND The equivalent of one year (two semesters) of college-level teaching (at least 6 credit hours per semester) or other relevant professional experience.   Additional Info: Northern Arizona University-Yuma is a Branch Campus of NAU Flagstaff. NAU-Yuma has a primary role in providing a wide range of bachelor and graduate degrees in the Lower Colorado River region of Arizona and California. The Yuma Branch Campus has approximately 500 students on campus, while offering distance programs to an additional 1500 students off campus. The Yuma Branch Campus has been designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution.   Please see nau.jobs for full job descriptions and details on how to apply online!  NAU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.    

The Psychology Department at Westmont College invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the assistant/associate professor level with an earliest start date of January, 2021.  Candidates must have a PhD and evidence of scholarly activity and a focused research program in one or more of the following areas:  cognitive, learning (human and/or animal), and industrial/organizational psychology.   We seek applicants with a serious commitment to high quality undergraduate teaching in a Christian liberal arts setting.  Courses to be taught include: introductory psychology, cognitive psychology with lab, capstone course for senior research, and other areas based on need and interest.  Candidates must be willing to supervise student research and conduct research that involves students collaboratively. Open positions are posted at  https://www.westmont.edu/office-provost/open-positions .  Click on the Psychology job description to access the application link.  Questions may be addressed to Professor Ronald See at rsee@westmont.edu . Review of applications will begin on February 1, 2020 and will continue until the position is filled.

PSYCHOLOGY, Visiting Assistant Professor, area open, with a preference for clinical or health psychology. The Department of Psychology at Colby College invites applications for a one-year visiting assistant professor position; the area is open though the preference is for candidates in the fields of health or clinical psychology or who study psychopathology in an allied discipline. Teaching responsibilities for this one-year position include introductory and advanced courses in the candidate’s area of training, participation in a team-taught introduction to psychology course, and supervision of student independent research. The ability to contribute to the department’s methodology and statistics offerings is desirable. We are especially interested in candidates who are committed to reproducible science, and who have research interests that would be compatible with and complementary to the current research programs in the department.  We believe the best way to learn the science of psychology is by engaging our faculty and students in a collaborative search for new knowledge about human cognition, emotion, and behavior. To this end, we have a unique curriculum that engages students in research at all levels. The successful candidate will be expected to teach with passion, to be engaged in an active and sustained program of research that contributes to the global effort to advance psychological knowledge, and to involve Colby’s exceptional undergraduates in that research. We are especially interested in candidates who, through their research and/or teaching, will promote diversity, inclusion, and equity at Colby. For more information about the department, please see our web site at http://www.colby.edu/psychology . The Ph.D. should be completed by the start date of September 1, 2020.  Colby is a highly selective liberal arts college recognized for excellence in undergraduate education and close student-faculty interaction. Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statements of teaching and research interests, a summary of teaching evaluations, copies of publications or in-press manuscripts, and three letters of recommendation.  Electronic submission of application materials through Interfolio is required http://apply.interfolio.com/72870 .  Review of applications will begin February 17, 2020, and will continue until the position is filled. Questions about this search should be directed to: Dr. Melissa Glenn at psychologysearch@colby.edu .   Colby is a private, coeducational liberal arts college that admits students and makes employment decisions on the basis of the individual's qualifications to contribute to Colby's educational objectives and institutional needs. Colby College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, or veteran’s status in employment or in our educational programs. Colby is an Equal Opportunity employer, committed to excellence through diversity, and encourages applications from qualified persons of color, women, persons with disabilities, military veterans and members of other under-represented groups. Colby complies with Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in an institution’s education programs and activities. Questions regarding Title IX may be referred to Colby’s Title IX coordinator or to the federal Office of Civil Rights. For more information about the College, please visit our website: www.colby.edu