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The Social & Decision Analytics Division (SDAD) is seeking applications for multiple postdoctoral associates in statistics and social and behavioral sciences. SDAD is a leading laboratory in the Biocomplexity Institute & Initiative (BII) at the University of Virginia. BII performs world-class informatics research in life sciences, social sciences, and human health by integrating theory, modeling and simulation with computational and experimental science in a transdisciplinary, team science research environment. SDAD combines expertise in statistics and social and behavioral sciences to develop evidence-based research and quantitative methods to inform policy decision-making and evaluation. The researchers at SDAD span many disciplines including statistics, economics, sociology, psychology, political science, policy, health IT, public health, program evaluation, and data science.   SDAD researchers address complex social problems by leveraging the diversity of data flows available today including administrative and government records, surveys, social media, and sensors. Through team collaboration, the postdoctoral candidate is expected to develop the capacity to discover, repurpose and redirect these data flows to solve critical social problems. Computational complexity is at the heart of SDAD research and SDAD leverages all the research capability of BII, along with the High Performance Computing infrastructure. The positions will be offered at the rank of postdoctoral associate and will be located in BII's location in Arlington, VA. Position reports to Sallie Keller, Director of SDAD and Professor of Public Health Sciences. The anticipated start date for the position is May of 2020, earlier start dates will be considered. Required Qualifications: Applicants must be on track to receive a PhD in statistics, social and behavioral sciences, digital humanities or in a very closely related field by May of 2020 and must hold a PhD at the time of appointment. Experience with advanced approaches to statistics and data-driven model development. Experience with statistical programming languages such as R programming and databases. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, demonstrated through the development of publications and delivery of presentations. Be motivated, enthusiastic and self-driven. Ability to excel in a highly collaborative team science environment. Preference will be given to those applicants with: Experience using diverse sources of data, both traditional ones such as surveys, and non-traditional ones, such as administrative data and social media. To Apply: Please visit UVA job board here , c omplete the  application, and see below for documents to  attach. Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the box or you can combine them into one PDF. Applications that do not contain all of the required documents will not receive full consideration. Required Application Documents: CV Cover Letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in the position Summary of your coursework In addition, please have three confidential letters of reference sent to this email address: SDADjobs@virginia.edu . Review of applications is ongoing, and will continue until the positions are filled. To learn more about SDAD and BII, please visit us at biocomplexity.virginia.edu For questions about the position or application process, please contact Savanna Galambos at skh7b@virginia.edu   This position is restricted and is dependent upon project need, availability of funding, and performance.  The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.  This position will also require an Education Verification (FSAKA). The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System and the University Physician’s Group are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.  We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences.  We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.

Full-time Teaching Faculty , Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences, Indiana University-Bloomington. The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences seeks to fill a full-time teaching faculty Lecturer position.   Position will begin August 2020.  The area of expertise within psychological and brain science is open. We especially welcome candidates who add diversity to the department, are deeply committed to evidence-based pedagogy and innovative methods, and could provide instruction in developmental, cognitive, or social psychology, with experience in modern neuroscience methods in one or more of these areas.  The ideal candidate will be an experienced instructor at the college level with an interest in adding value to the undergraduate program.  Rank is open. For junior candidates, the initial contract period is for three years, with reappointment annually and decision for promotion to Senior Lecturer and long-term contract made in the sixth year.  The teaching load is five courses a year.  Applicants should have an advanced degree (a PhD in Psychology or Neuroscience is preferred), and documented teaching experience.  Applicants should submit a letter of application that includes a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, evidence of teaching effectiveness, a diversity, equity, and inclusion statement, a curriculum vita, and have three letters of recommendation submitted on their behalf.                              Interested candidates should review the application requirements and submit their application at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/ 8620 .  Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to:  Cherlyn Crees, Assistant to the Chair, ATTN: Lecturer Search, Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences, 1101 E. 10th Street, Bloomington, IN  47405-7007 or chcrees@indiana.edu  Applications received by January 10, 2020 will receive full consideration.  However, the search will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.  Information about the department and the university is available at  http://www.psych.indiana.edu .  The College of Arts and Sciences is committed to building and supporting a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community of students and scholars. Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.

Visiting Assistant Professor , Indiana University-Bloomington: The Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences is seeking to fill one position for a visiting assistant professor to teach undergraduate courses in the areas of Introductory, Cognitive, Social, Developmental, or Neuroscience.  Position will begin August 2020.  The ideal candidate will be an experienced instructor at the college level with an interest in adding value to the undergraduate program.  This will be a 1 year appointment, renewable for one additional year.  The teaching load is five courses a year.  Applicants should have an advanced degree, at the time of appointment (a PhD in Psychology or related field is preferred), and documented teaching experience.  Applicants should submit a letter of application that includes a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, evidence of teaching effectiveness, a curriculum vita, and have three letters of recommendation.                                                                    Interested candidates should review the application requirements and submit their application at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/ 8615 .  Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to:  Cherlyn Crees, Assistant to the Chair, ATTN: Instructor Search, Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences, 1101 E. 10th Street, Bloomington, IN  47405-7007 or chcrees@indiana.edu.  Applications received by January 10, 2020 will receive full consideration.  However, the search will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.  Information about the department and the university is available at  http://www.psych.indiana.edu .  The College of Arts and Sciences is committed to building and supporting a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community of students and scholars.   Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.

About Our College: Situated in one of the world’s most beautiful regions – SUNY Plattsburgh’s main campus is on Lake Champlain between the Adirondack Mountains of New York and Green Mountains of Vermont. SUNY Plattsburgh is a vibrant, public, comprehensive college, and member of the State University of New York’s (SUNY) comprehensive system of higher education committed to student-centered academic excellence. While the college enrolls more than 5,500 students in 70+ baccalaureate, certificate, and master’s programs, an average class size of 22 students allows the individual attention necessary to ensure that its graduates are educated to succeed in an increasingly complex, multicultural and interdependent world. About The Position: The School of Arts & Sciences provides excellence in learning opportunities for all students at SUNY Plattsburgh through a core liberal arts education. We develop students who can think critically, have mastered their discipline, can communicate effectively, and are broadly educated. The Psychology Department invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of assistant professor beginning Fall 2020. We seek an individual with an open area of specialization. We are especially interested in individuals with training in applied areas (e.g., health, forensic, counseling, etc.), and/or with training in social/personality psychology. The successful candidate will be committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service in an institution dedicated primarily to undergraduate education. It is expected that the person appointed to this role will demonstrate an understanding of and sensitivity to diversity and gender issues, as SUNY Plattsburgh is committed to ensuring that its graduates are educated to succeed in an increasingly complex, multicultural, and interdependent world. The successful candidate may be asked to teach courses in a distance learning format.   SUNY College at Plattsburgh is a fully compliant employer committed to excellence through diversity. To learn more about this position and to apply, please visit http://jobs.plattsburgh.edu/postings/10958

ABOUT THE POSITION: We are seeking a full-time faculty colleague to join our Social Sciences department, who is committed to advancing the College’s mission by delivering high-quality courses that feature engaged learning, curricula, and pedagogy aligned to the needs of our students. The ideal candidate will have expertise in teaching a variety of psychology courses. We seek someone who brings a passion and commitment to teaching, advising, and collaboration. We are particularly interested in faculty committed to promoting and valuing diversity, and who bring a social justice perspective to social sciences in 21st century America. We seek a candidate who would bring valuable perspectives of underrepresented groups to our campus community. GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES : Teach Principles of Psychology and a range of other psychology courses (such as Research Methods, Statistics for the Social Sciences, Developmental Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Personality Psychology, Social Psychology, and/or areas of special interest); Participate in curriculum development, and assessment strategies in support of academic program review; Provide academic advising for approximately 18 students; Maintain regular office hours; Contribute to program student learning outcomes assessment activities; Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and collaborate learning environment; Serve on college committees as elected or appointed; Participate in regularly scheduled departmental, divisional, and college meetings; and Perform other duties as assigned within the MCCC collective bargaining agreement. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in psychology, or closely related field; Successful experience teaching psychology at the college level; Demonstrated online teaching experience, or demonstrated commitment to integrating technology and pedagogy; Transdisciplinary expertise in how psychology impacts other fields and degree programs (criminal justice, education, health professions, human services, sociology, etc.); Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse abilities, needs, and concerns of community college students; Demonstrated commitment to the community college mission; and Commitment to fostering healthy collegial relationships within the department and throughout the college. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Earned doctorate (Ph.D., Psy.D., or Ed.D.) in psychology; Experience with curriculum and program development in psychology; Experience teaching college level courses in a field related to psychology; Successful community college teaching experience; At least three years’ experience teaching a range of undergraduate psychology courses; Demonstrated commitment to building academic-community relationships; Demonstrated commitment to social justice, equity, and human rights issues; and Commitment to professional growth and development. EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Candidates selected for an interview will be asked to conduct a teaching demonstration and to provide a statement outlining their Teaching Philosophy. Please do not submit Teaching Philosophy statement until requested to do so. RANK AND SALARY:   Rank and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience in keeping with the collective bargaining agreement. Anticipated salary range is $46,687 – 62,640.  The appointment salary is based on the classification compensation structure and it is unlikely the offered salary will be at or near the top of the range. START DATE:   August 2020 TO APPLY: In order to be considered for this position, you must submit your credentials online.   Create a Greenfield Community College account at http://gcc.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=118531 . You will be able to upload the following required documents for consideration:  Resume Cover letter Contact information for 5 professional references When preparing your cover letter and resume, please refer to the minimum and preferred qualifications and, if applicable, include an equivalency statement.  Successful completion of a CORI check WILL be required as a condition of employment. Official copies of all academic transcripts will be required at the time of hire.  Review will begin with applications received up to and including January 10, 2020.  Additional applications may be submitted through February 10, 2020 and MIGHT be considered until the position is filled. AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT: Greenfield Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence.

The Lab @ DC is seeking a Senior Data Scientist who can use their expertise in machine learning and causal inference to make a positive, lasting difference for DC residents. Join our team of Social Scientists, Data Scientists, and Operations Analysts at the forefront of evidence-based policy. Working within the Executive Office of the Mayor of the District of Columbia, you will use insights from large administrative datasets to affect a variety of policy decisions in areas like  public safety ,  economic prosperity ,  housing and homelessness ,  public health , and  education . The Lab has the relationships and access to data in each of these policy areas to support this important work. As Senior Data Scientist, you will conduct original work and lead a small team of Data Scientists working towards shared goals for the District.Your contributions will directly inform decisions at the highest levels of DC government and allow you to see your impact on DC residents. What we’re looking for in a candidate: A drive to use skills in programming, statistics, and scientific communication to make a positive difference in DC residents’ lives, particularly for historically disadvantaged populations. Expertise in creatively determining which analytic approaches and computing techniques are most appropriate for a given dataset and policy or program need. At least a Master’s degree in computer science, data science, economics, statistics, mathematics, or other quantitative field. Expertise using R or Python (ideally, both) for descriptive statistics, predictive analytics, machine learning, causal inference, and other scientific methods to learn about and derive insights from the relationships within complex datasets. Experience accessing data through a variety of methods including APIs, SQL databases, SSH/SFTP. A plus for experience designing and building data infrastructure needs. Experience managing projects, including timelines and stakeholder conversations. A leader who can push both their team and data science in DC government forward. What’s in it for you: The opportunity to contribute to key policy and budgetary decisions. Skills to influence how policies and programs are designed across a range of important issues. The ability to shape the strategic direction for data science across DC government. Experience at the forefront of applied machine learning, data engineering, and field experiments. Use large record-level datasets - sometimes going back decades - from a city, county, and state (DC functions as all three) for the public good. Collaborating day-to-day with a tight-knit interdisciplinary team of nerds with a passion for public service. Publications (from tweet storms and blog posts to press and peer-reviewed journals). Presentations at academic, government, and industry conferences. You’ll submit your application through DCHR’s website. Here are some tips we recommend. Go to  careers.dc.gov  and Search for job ID “9134.” The position is located in the Office of the City Administrator. You will need to create a login, but after that you can save and return to your application at any time. In Step 6 “Education and Work Experience,” you need to complete only the “Work Experience” Section. We’ll get everything else from the Resume/CV you upload in Step 2. Please do not submit a cover letter or any supplemental materials (we don’t plan to read them). Please don’t hesitate to email  the.lab@dc.gov  if you have any questions or issues — we’re happy to troubleshoot. Apply by December 13  

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.

Winona State University invites you to join our Community of Learners as an Instructor/Assistant Professor of Psychology.  This position is a one-year/fixed-term sabbatical replacement for the 2020-2021 academic year.  First duty day is August 17, 2020.  As a faculty member, you will be responsible for teaching undergraduate psychology courses within your area of expertise. Additionally, courses taught would include some combination of Introduction to Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Health Psychology, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, and/or Psychological Testing & Measurement. Minimum qualifications for this position include (1) a PhD in Psychology (ABD may be considered); and (2) education and training sufficient to teach scientifically grounded Psychology courses such as Introduction to Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Health Psychology, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, and/or Psychological Testing & Measurement. For a complete job description and information on applying for this position, please go to https://winona.peopleadmin.com . Review of applications begins 1/16/2020.   WSU is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities and is an equal opportunity educator and employer.

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.