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Jun 17, 2019

Open-Rank, Intersection of Psychology, Computation, and Smart Systems

The Department of Psychology at Florida Atlantic University, together with the Institute for Sensing and Embedded Network Systems Engineering (I-SENSE), seek outstanding candidates for an open-rank position at the intersection of psychology, computation, and smart systems. This position is contingent upon funding. The successful candidate will establish a program of funded research that entails the innovative use of sensing technology, computational approaches, or data analytics (or some combination) to advance our understanding of the processes/mechanisms that guide human behavior, intersecting with departmental strengths in cognitive, developmental, or social psychology. Possible research foci include (but are not exclusive to) computer-vision or multi-sensor network analysis for tracking and/or analyzing human behavior in vivo, deep-learning approaches for analyzing behavioral 'big data', or computer modelling of social agents and systems. The position, housed in the Department of Psychology ( http://www.psy.fau.edu ), will have access to resources provided by I-SENSE ( http://isense.fau.edu ), designated as a core strategic area of research by Florida Atlantic University. Florida Atlantic University, with its main campus in Boca Raton, is one of the most ethnically diverse institutions in the Florida state university system, with status as a Hispanic-serving institution. Our community features excellent schools, a vibrant and safe community, and a sub-tropical climate conducive to year-round outdoor activities. Review of applications will begin on June 1, 2019 and will continue until the position is filled. Minimum Qualification: A Ph.D. or equivalent degree from an accredited institution in psychology or a related field required by the time of application. Candidates whose research programs have strong translational implications, particularly with regard to health are preferred. All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position (Professor) on the Office of Human Resources' job website ( https://fau.edu/jobs ) by completing the required online employment application and submitting the related documents. When completing the online application, please upload the following: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of research, and the names and contact information of at least three references and copies of official transcripts scanned into an electronic format. A background check will be required for the candidate selected for this position. This position is subject to funding. For more information and to apply, visit www.fau.edu/jobs and go to Apply Now (REQ06201). Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or other protected status. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711. FAU is committed to the principles of engaged teaching, research and service. All persons aspiring to achieve excellence in the practice of these principles are encouraged to apply. PI111089035

JobTarget Boca Raton, FL, USA Full time

Jun 11, 2019

Director/Professor Learning Sciences Research Institute (LSRI)

The Learning Sciences Research Institute (LSRI) at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) invites applications and nominations for the position of Director. The successful candidate will provide leadership for the institute and a vision for its continued excellence in research, teaching, service, and community engagement. LSRI is dedicated to the support of multidisciplinary research on learning and teaching, and to the development and evaluation of learning environments, curriculum materials, teacher professional development, and educational practices appropriate for 21st century learning, including research and development focused on aspects of disciplinary teaching, learning, and assessment. One of the primary functions of LSRI is to facilitate the development of proposals for extramural research support and to administer and support those projects that successfully secure such funding. Most of the proposals developed in LSRI involve collaborations among multiple investigators representing various departments and units at UIC. LSRI brings together a group of UIC researchers from three colleges (Liberal Arts and Sciences, Education, and Engineering) and over a dozen academic departments in an interdisciplinary program of research in the learning sciences. The research and development work at LSRI spans the space of activity from fundamental understandings of how people learn to the design of environments and technologies to promote learning. The Institute has generated over $100M of external research funding, is the former editorial home of the Journal of the Learning Sciences , and provides hundreds of professional development opportunities for educators from the Chicago Public Schools and other districts. LSRI houses a PhD program in the Learning Sciences with a specific focus on the education of a new generation of researchers with dual expertise in the science of learning and a distinct disciplinary focus of their choosing. Students with expertise in fields as disparate as literacy, computer science, music, urban planning, chemistry, geography, and mathematics study together, bringing their unique disciplinary experience to challenge and broaden each other’s perspectives on the nature of learning and the implications for teaching and design. The Director is the chief administrative officer of the institute with responsibility for instructional programs and for administrative, budgetary, promotion, and recruitment matters. The position also entails appointment as a faculty member in LSRI and in another academic unit that reflects the Director's disciplinary specialization. The successful candidate will have a PhD, a distinguished record of scholarship, evidence of excellent teaching, and appropriate academic administrative experience. A demonstrated ability to foster collaboration among a diverse group of scholars is desirable, as is a strong record of external funding and exemplary awards. The ideal Director will work with key units and communities at UIC and the Chicago metropolitan area to enhance the mission of the Institute, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, and the University. The successful candidate must be a Full Professor or must possess a record of publication, teaching, and service that would merit promotion to Full upon hiring and academic appointment at UIC. The desired appointment date is August 16, 2020. Salary is competitive based on qualifications. To apply, complete an on-line application and upload a cover letter, full curriculum vitae, and the names and full contact information of five references at https://jobs.uic.edu . Please click on the Job Board and then the position. For information about the application processes please contact Edward Drogos at edrogo2@uic.edu . For further information about LSRI see the institute’s website https://lsri.uic.edu/ . Applications should be received by August 30, 2019 to receive full consideration. Nominations for the position may be submitted to Edward Drogos at edrogo2@uic.edu by no later than July 30, 2019. UIC is a Carnegie Doctoral/Research-Extensive University located in the heart of one of the nation's largest metropolitan areas. It is a comprehensive public university with a diverse student body of more than 29,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. UIC is federally recognized as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI) through its status as an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), fully funded by the U.S. Department of Education. The University of Illinois at Chicago is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse, pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching in a multicultural environment. We strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and covered veterans. The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

University of Illinois at Chicago Chicago Full time

Jun 03, 2019

Professor / Assoc Prof of Child and Family Psychology, and Programme Director

Professor / Associate Professor of Child and Family Psychology, and Programme Director School of Health Sciences College of Education, Health and Human Development Full-time at 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE) Continuing (i.e. permanent) position What You Will Do We are looking to appoint a Professor or Associate Professor to lead the University of Canterbury's prestigious Child and Family Psychology programme (the rank of Associate Professor in New Zealand is broadly equivalent to that of 'Reader' in the United Kingdom and 'Full Professor (non-Chair) in North America). The appointment includes a permanent professorial post, as well as the role of Programme Director for a three-year renewable term. The successful candidate will be an internationally recognised scholar and researcher in a relevant field of child and family psychology (such as clinical child psychology). They will also be a highly experienced practitioner, who will be dedicated to the leadership task of preparing future Psychologists for Aotearoa New Zealand. The successful candidate will share our programme's philosophical emphasis on cross-sectoral, inter-disciplinary and culturally-sensitive practice, within a scientist-practitioner framework. Who You Are You will have significant international professional standing in your areas of clinicial specialty and a record of distinction in research and scholarship consistent with appointment at the level of Professor or Associate Professor. The position's essential selection criteria are: A doctoral degree (PhD) in Psychology or other relevant discipline Research and scholarship in a field relevant to child and family psychological practice, that has international standing Registered to practice as a Psychologist in New Zealand under an appropriate scope, or (for overseas applicants) be eligible for registration in New Zealand Considerable post-registration experience as a Psychologist working with children, adolescents and/or families Relevant university teaching experience (notably on a post-graduate training programme that culminates in registration / licensure to practice as a Psychologist) Experience in supervising Doctoral and Masters-level research Experience in effective team leadership and successfully mentoring and supporting junior colleagues and students Who You Will Work With The Child and Family Psychology Programme encompasses a three-year postgraduate training scheme, commencing with an open-entry Masters degree (MSc, MA, MEd), followed by a limited-entry Postgraduate Diploma in Child and Family Psychology. The diploma leads to registration as a Psychologist with the New Zealand Psychologists Board. This is a cross-sectoral programme that aims to equip Psychologists to work with children and families in varied settings, including Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Paediatrics, Education, Child Welfare (including alternate care and adoption), Disability Services, and various types of non-government children's services. The programme is unique to New Zealand and Australia, and is one of only a few of its kind in the world. The programme also operates the Pukemanu Centre, a state-of-the art university training clinic that offers considerable scope for carrying out clinical and applied developmental research with children, parents and families. For more information on the Child and Family Psychology Programme please visit our website at: http://www.education.canterbury.ac.nz/healthsciences/study/chfampsyc.shtml Why UC The Child and Family Psychology programme is located on the Ilam Campus in the Rehua building, which offers modern digital technologies and innovative learning and social spaces that encourage collaboration and multidisciplinary ways of working. The successful applicant will have opportunities for international conference travel to support their research and teaching activities and will have the opportunity to network with international colleagues through the University's unique Erskine Fellowship and Canterbury Fellowship Scheme (which enables the University to host world leading academics). There is also further opportunity through the University's academic staff exchange programmes with Oxford and Cambridge Universities in the UK. For information about the range of fantastic benefits that UC offers including flexible work practices, study opportunities and generous superannuation and leave provisions, please visit us: www.canterbury.ac.nz/joinus The closing date for this position is: Sunday, 21st July 2019 (midnight, NZ time) How You Apply Please provide the following information in one combined file and submit online: Brief cover letter and a curriculum vitae which includes a list of relevant research publications Contact details of three referees 2-3 page statement outlining the applicant's research interests and goals, teaching philosophy, and how they propose to contribute to the Child and Family Psychology Programme at Canterbury Should you have any queries in relation to the application process, please contact Michelle Davies, Recruitment Coordinator, michelle.davies@canterbury.ac.nz Further information of an Academic nature can be obtained by contacting Professor Michael Tarren-Sweeney, michael.tarren-sweeney@canterbury.ac.nz or Professor Lianne Woodward, Head of School, lianne.woodward@canterbury.ac.nz The University of Canterbury is an EEO employer and actively seeks to meet its obligation under the Treaty of Waitangi.

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