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Feb 21, 2020

Senior Director of Translational Research Featured

The Boys Town National Research Hospital is seeking to hire an established scientist with a strong research background in research specifically focused on disorders in children, a history of external funding and an interest in leading and expanding a dynamic research program supported by diverse sources of funding. Boys Town's research program currently includes 25 laboratories spanning the range from basic neuroscience to human translational research studies of human growth and development. Institutional and state funds are being used to expand the research program. We have close ties to local universities, but function independently. Responsibilities: Provides overall direction for planning and conducting research and evaluation activities in the Institute. Meets regularly with organization leaders to create strategic directions for Youth Care research. Sets annual goals and objectives for the TRC, evaluates progress on these on a regular basis, and makes progress reports to Youth Care leaders. Develops annual budgets for the TRC in collaboration with the EVP for Youth Care. Develops and maintains collaborative working relationships with university-based research, funding agencies, and other external partners to conduct nationally recognized research the supports the Boys Town mission. Applies current knowledge from Boys Town studies as well as relevant external research literatures to the development and practice of prevention and intervention programs at Boys Town. Conducts and supervises selected nationally significant research projects in collaboration with external partners and Boys Town staff. Carries out other external professional responsibilities commensurate with areas of expertise, including funding agency review panels, peer reviews of manuscripts and grant proposals, and holding offices in professional societies. Hires, supervises, and evaluates directors, research scientists, senior research analysts, research analysts, research assistants, and clerical staff. Travels as needed to consult to external programs, to direct or conduct on-site data collection activities, to present results of research/evaluation projects, or to collaborate with external partners and clients. Directs an individual research program within the TRC that is productive, collaborative and capable of securing external support. Designs and conducts nationally and internationally significant research and evaluation studies which make significant contributions to scientific literature and are relevant to the development and implementation of prevention and treatment programs at Boys Town. Takes a leadership role in working on teams to design research plans, disseminate the results of research projects, and assist with program development and operations. Conducts annual performance evaluations of laboratory heads in the TRC, research assistants and postdocs assigned to the Director’s own laboratory, and key clinical staff. Monitors compliance with Boys Town policies by members of the Center staff and takes steps to assure compliance when necessary. Serves as a member of the Research Executive Committee and on other committees as assigned by the Director of Research and/or the EVP of Youth Care. Consults with Boys Town staff and approves research projects conducted outside the Research Institute. Mentors laboratory directors by advising on the content of grant applications, reviewing Summary Statements and encouraging others to maintain a collegial, supportive environment. Provides regular reports on relevant research and evaluation projects to key stakeholders. Publishes results of research and evaluation projects for articles and presents results to internal and external audiences. Participates in the development of research grant proposals to secure extramural funding for research. Serves as a role model in carrying out the Father Flanagan's Boys' Home mission. Job Requirements: Ph.D. in Psychology, Social Work, Education, or related field. At least 10 years of experience including design and implementation of research and evaluation in one or more of the following areas: education, child welfare, outcomes evaluation, criminal justice, family studies, or behavioral healthcare; experience supervising high-level professional staff, administrating programs, and publishing empirical research. Demonstrated research capabilities with a record of sustained extramural funding and publications in major scholarly journals. Available to travel. Knowledge of research design and statistics, and design and implementation of research and evaluation in one or more of the following areas: education, child welfare, outcomes evaluation, criminal justice, family studies, or behavioral healthcare. Knowledge of strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, and coordination of people and resources in a non-profit organization. Knowledge of organizational strategies and ability to apply those strategies in practice. High level of professionalism and interpersonal skills. Excellent critical thinking, analytical, and problem solving skills. Ability to communicate at all levels within the organization and with external business contacts in an articulate, professional manner while maintaining necessary degree of confidentiality. Ability to successfully lead a team of associates. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gSZr6TP

Boys Town Omaha, NE, USA Postdoc

Feb 26, 2020

Assistant/Associate Professor of Psychology

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.

Westmont College Westmont College, Santa Barbara, CA, USA Full time

Feb 25, 2020

Visiting assistant professor

The Psychology Department at Furman University announces a one-year visiting position to begin August, 2020, with the potential for a one-year renewal. Qualified candidates will be able to teach Introduction to Psychology, Research Methods and Statistics, and an intermediate-level course in their area of training (e.g., Abnormal Psychology, Adulthood & Aging, Psychology of Gender). A PhD by appointment date and teaching experience are required. We will give special consideration to candidates who have previously taught Introduction to Psychology, Research Methods, or Statistics. The Psychology Department has outstanding teaching space, well-equipped laboratories, and excellent university support for teaching and undergraduate research. The teaching load is five courses per year divided over two semesters. The candidate must be committed to exemplary teaching and will also have the opportunity to conduct research in collaboration with undergraduate students. Furman University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and staff. The University aspires to create a community of people representing a multiplicity of identities including, but not limited to, gender, race, religion, spiritual belief, sexual orientation, geographic origin, socioeconomic background, ideology, world view, and varied abilities. For more information: https://furman.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Furman_Careers/job/Main-Campus/Visiting-Professor-of-Psychology_R000910 Please provide a letter of application, statement of teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness, curriculum vitae, graduate transcript, and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin immediately. The deadline for applying is April 1, 2020.

Furman University Furman University, Greenville, South Carolina Full time

Feb 20, 2020

Visiting Assistant Professor in Psychology

University of Puget Sound Visiting Assistant Professor in Psychology Job ID: 5242 Location: Psychology Full/Part Time: Full-Time Appointment: Department of Psychology; two-year Visiting Assistant Professor position; begins Fall, 2020. Responsibilities: The Department of Psychology is seeking a two-year Visiting Assistant Professor with expertise to teach Introductory Psychology, an upper division course with an additional hands-on lab component (e.g., Sensation, Perception, and Action; Physiological Psychology; Applied Psychological Measurement); and elective(s) serving department needs (e.g., Behavioral Neuroscience; Cognitive Psychology; Human Sexuality) and/or in their area of expertise. Please refer to electives and upper division courses with a lab component on the department website. The University of Puget Sound is a small liberal arts college with class sizes ranging between 15-30 students and a standard teaching load of 3 courses each semester (or 2 courses with a lab). Qualifications: Ph.D. in Psychology (ABD considered). A strong commitment to liberal arts undergraduate teaching is required and prior undergraduate teaching experience is strongly desired. Application Deadline: Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been identified. We will review applications on a rolling basis until the position has been filled. To ensure full consideration, please submit application materials by March 10, 2020. Required Documents: Please submit curriculum vitae when prompted to submit resume. Additional documents can be attached within the application. Applications submitted without these documents requested below will not be considered: • Curriculum vitae • Letter of interest • Teaching related evidence to include: • Teaching statement including philosophy and list of courses candidate could immediately offer and courses candidate could teach with support • Teaching evaluations • Representative assignment and/or syllabus • Diversity Statement (see details below) • One print or reprint of a recent publication/dissertation chapter • Three (3) letters of reference. You will be prompted to enter the contact information for three (3) reference providers. The system will automatically email these reference providers to request a letter. Applicant's Diversity Statement. As a department and university, we are strongly committed to creating an inclusive and effective teaching, learning, and working environment for all. In the applicant's diversity statement, applicants should comment on their ability to contribute meaningfully to our on-going commitment to be informed and competent with regard to issues of diversity, equity, and individual differences. We encourage applicants to reference the University of Puget Sound's current http://www.pugetsound.edu/about/diversity-at-puget-sound/diversity-strategic-plan/ (DSP) prior to writing this statement. While not an exhaustive list, the following are some ways applicants can express their qualification: • Your lived experiences and/or identities that speak to the department and university's commitment to inclusion and diversity; • Demonstration of your awareness of inequities for underrepresented student populations in education, research experience, and other opportunities; • Brief insights on why diversity is important at institutions like the University of Puget Sound; • Infusion of diversity and diversity-related issues into your research, pedagogy, and/or service; • Previous and/or current activities involving mentoring underrepresented student populations; • Creative ideas or strategies you could enact as a member of the University of Puget Sound campus community to support the university's DSP; • Brief insights on how cultural competency increases one's effectiveness as an educator and department/university colleague. Compensation and Benefits : Rank: Visiting Assistant Professor Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Puget Sound offers a generous benefits package. For more information, visit: http://www.pugetsound.edu/about/offices--services/human-resources/overview-of-university-benefit/. About Puget Sound: The University of Puget Sound is located in Tacoma, Washington, a vibrant, diverse mid-sized urban port city. Within, and near, Tacoma there is ready access to urban, rural, and natural areas as well as opportunities to participate in a wide variety of cultural activities. The mission of the University of Puget Sound is to develop in its students the capacities for critical analysis, aesthetic appreciation, sound judgment, and apt expression that will sustain a lifetime of intellectual curiosity, active inquiry, and reasoned independence. Puget Sound is a 2,600-student, residential, national undergraduate liberal arts college in Tacoma, Washington, drawing students from virtually every state and several countries. 65% of students live on the 97 acre campus and the remainder typically live within a mile in the surrounding neighborhood. A low student-faculty ratio provides students with personal attention from faculty members who have a strong commitment to teaching. The university offers 1,200 courses in more than 50 areas of study, numerous experiential learning opportunities, 23 D-III varsity sports, and extensive co-curricular and leadership opportunities. Puget Sound graduates include Rhodes and Fulbright scholars, notables in the arts and culture, entrepreneurs and elected officials, and leaders in business and finance locally and throughout the world. In 2012, Puget Sound was named as one of 40 schools in Colleges that Change Lives . Puget Sound has a well-established Shared Faculty Appointments Policy, https://www.pugetsound.edu/gateways/faculty-staff/faculty-policies/shared-faculty-appointments/. Puget Sound is a member of the Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC), Greater Washington State https://www.hercjobs.org/greater_washington_state/. University Diversity Statement • We acknowledge the richness of commonalities and differences we share as a university community; the intrinsic worth of all who work and study here; that education is enhanced by investigation of and reflection upon multiple perspectives. • We aspire to create respect for and appreciation of all persons as a key characteristic of our campus community; to increase the diversity of all parts of our University community through commitment to diversity in our recruitment and retention efforts; to foster a spirit of openness to active engagement among all members of our campus community. • We act to achieve an environment that welcomes and supports diversity; to ensure full educational opportunity for all who teach and learn here; to prepare effectively citizen-leaders for a pluralistic world. All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a background inquiry. The University of Puget Sound is an equal opportunity employer. How to Apply For complete job description and application instructions, visit: https://apptrkr.com/1831410 About Puget Sound Puget Sound is a selective national liberal arts college in Tacoma, Washington, drawing 2,600 students from 48 states and 20 countries. Puget Sound graduates include Rhodes and Fulbright scholars, notables in the arts and culture, entrepreneurs and elected officials, and leaders in business and finance locally and throughout the world. A low student-faculty ratio provides Puget Sound students with personal attention from faculty who have a strong commitment to teaching and offer 1,200 courses each year in more than 40 traditional and interdisciplinary fields, including graduate programs in occupational and physical therapy and in education. Puget Sound is the only nationally ranked independent undergraduate liberal arts college in Western Washington, and one of just five independent colleges in the Pacific Northwest granted a charter by Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s most prestigious academic honorary society. Visit "About Puget Sound" (http://www.pugetsound.edu/about) to learn more about the college. As a strategic goal and through our core values, University of Puget Sound is committed to an environment that welcomes and supports diversity. We seek diversity of identity, thought, perspective, and background in our students, faculty, and staff. EOE/AA jeid-427685fc4553ff4db673959c997e731d Copyright ©2017 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. https://www.jobelephant.com/

JobElephant Tacoma, WA, USA Full time

Feb 18, 2020

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Psychology

The postdoctoral fellowship position works in Dr. Daniel Peterson’s Human Memory Laboratory at Skidmore College. A grant from the James S. McDonnell Foundation supports both theoretical and applied behavioral memory research. The appointment is for one year with the opportunity of renewal for additional years. Minimum Qualifications: PhD in Psychology or closely related field; strong experimental and statistical skills; ability to work independently. Preferred Qualifications: Programmatic skills (e.g., java, Python, R, E_PRIME); experience with data collection online (e.g., Amazon Mechanical Turk) 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 race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, dating violence, or stalking, 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/3888 Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable background check result. CREATIVE THOUGHT MATTERS.

Skidmore College Saratoga Springs, NY, USA Full time

Feb 14, 2020

Department Head of Psychological Sciences

Department Head of Psychological Sciences Nominations and applications are invited for the position of Head of the Department of Psychological Sciences, College of Health and Human Sciences, Purdue University. The Head will be an internationally-recognized academic scholar providing leadership and vision, and will facilitate departmental research, scholarship, and educational activities. In addition, the Head is responsible for the fiscal management of the Department, personnel issues, faculty/staff development, alumni relations, and advocacy for the Department to the College, University, and larger community. About the Department The Department of Psychological Sciences ( https://www.purdue.edu/hhs/psy/ ) is consistently ranked among the top psychology programs in the world. The Department is collegial and diverse comprising over 50 tenured/tenure-track, clinical, and research faculty, over 60 graduate students, and over 900 undergraduate students. Research and doctoral training are conducted in the areas of Clinical Psychology (APA and PCSAS-accredited), Cognitive Psychology, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Mathematical and Computational Psychology, Neuroscience and Behavior, and Social Psychology. Faculty in Psychological Sciences are also involved in a wide range of cross-campus initiatives, including Advanced Methods at Purdue, the Purdue Acceptance and Inclusion Consortium, Purdue Autism Research Center, and Purdue Institute for Integrative Neuroscience. The Department awards Bachelors, Masters, and PhD degrees. About the College The Department of Psychological Sciences is the largest Department in the College of Health and Human Sciences ( http://www.purdue.edu/hhs/ ), the second largest college at Purdue. The College brings together scholars in the health sciences and human sciences to strategically address issues vital to enhancing people’s health and quality of life and to understanding human behavior. The College provides a multidisciplinary learning environment that uniquely prepares students to contribute to improved human health and behavior and to serve as leaders in their disciplines. The College also provides a rich environment for world-changing research and discovery. Purdue’s land-grant mission facilitates the translation of these discoveries from theory to application, benefiting not only those in Indiana but society as a whole. Established in 1869, Purdue is Indiana’s land-grant university, a comprehensive educational and research institution and member of the American Association of Universities (AAU). In additional to the College of Health and Human Sciences, Purdue University’s additional strengths in Engineering, Agriculture, Science, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy, Liberal Arts, and Management, contribute to a robust research and educational environment. The West Lafayette campus, located one hour north of Indianapolis and two hours south of downtown Chicago, has ten academic colleges with an enrollment of 44,500 students from over 133 countries. The diverse greater Lafayette/West Lafayette community ( http://www.homeofpurdue.com/ ) has a population of approximately 200,000, and a low cost of living. Requirement and Applications Instructions Applicants must have scholarly credentials commensurate with the rank of Tenured Full Professor, including a PhD in Psychological Sciences or related field. Desirable attributes include a strong record of published research and external funding, prior experience in academic administration and undergraduate and graduate education, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to the development and advancement of individual faculty, staff, and students, and the Department as a whole. This position is a full-time, 12 month, tenured position. A confidential review of applications will begin on February 28, 2020 and will continue until the position is filled. Purdue University's Department of Psychological Sciences is committed to advancing diversity in all areas of faculty effort including discovery, instruction, and engagement. Candidates should address at least one of these areas in their cover letter, indicating their past experiences, current interests or activities and/or future goals to promote a climate that values diversity and inclusion. Applicants should include (1) a letter of interest indicating leadership philosophy and relevant research and administrative experience, (2) a full curriculum vitae, (3) a statement of commitment to diversity and inclusion that highlights past experiences, current interests or activities, and/or future goals to promote a departmental climate that values diversity and inclusion. Applications should be submitted at https://career8.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=9492&company=purdueuniv&username=. Nominations and questions regarding the position or the application process may be directed to Ms. Stephanie Ferguson, Executive Recruiter, Purdue University Human Resources, at fergus52@purdue.edu . A background check will be required for employment in this position. Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Purdue University West Lafayette, IN, USA Full time

Feb 13, 2020

Herbert H. and Ruth S. Reiner Post-Doctoral Fellow

Herbert H. and Ruth S. Post-doctoral Fellowship at Columbia University in early childhood neuroimaging lab The early neuroimaging, neuroimmune, and neuropsychology lab (early N3) is seeking a postdoctoral research fellow to support data analyses across several NIH funded projects related to the influence of prenatal exposures on early brain, cognitive, and emotion regulation development. The overarching goal of the lab is to identify early immune, brain, and neuropsychological antecedents of childhood psychiatric risk to reduce the time to intervention for young children. The fellow will support data analyses and the development of pipelines that integrate neuroimaging and physiological data. The fellow will also provide supervision to research staff to support ongoing data collection. The Herbert H. and Ruth S. Reiner Post-Doctoral Fellowship is funded through the Department of Psychiatry, Division of Behavioral Medicine at Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons. This two-year fellowship will be available on July 1, 2020. The department of psychiatry, as well as the larger medical school community provide extensive opportunity for clinical and research didactics, courses and seminars related to neuroimaging and biomedical sciences. Candidates must have a PhD or MD with good writing and analytical skills. Experience with data analyses of neuroimaging (e.g., anatomical mri, functional resting state) or physiologic data is required. The candidate should have good computational and data science skills. Programming abilities (e.g., matlab, python, C++, R, or Unix) is preferred. Stipends are at current NIH levels of support. U.S. and non-U.S. citizens are eligible to apply. Please send a CV, statement of career interests, representative publications, and three letters of recommendation electronically in PDF format to: Marisa Spann, PhD, MPH, mns2125@cumc.columbia.edu. Columbia University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and members of under-represented minority groups are especially encouraged to apply.

Columbia University Irving Medical Center New York, NY, USA Full time

Feb 12, 2020

Postdoctoral Fellowship Position in Developmental and Learning Science

The Learning Research and Development Center (LRDC) at the University of Pittsburgh is accepting applications for two Postdoctoral Fellowships 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 multi-method longitudinal research projects exploring how sociocultural and psychological 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 developmental 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 analytic 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 longitudinal datasets or 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 3/1/2020 . Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Ming-Te Wang, at mtwang@pitt.edu , or Dr. James Huguley, at Huguley@pitt.edu LRDC is an internationally renowned center with the aim of promoting basic and applied research on learning in its cognitive, neural, social, and motivational aspects and to make research and human development links to formal and informal settings. Pittsburgh is repeatedly voted among “The Most Livable City”, with affordable cost of living and access to a wide array of seasonal recreation opportunities, professional and collegiate athletic events, and a vibrant cultural district.

University of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA, USA Postdoc

Feb 11, 2020

Postdoctoral Research Associate (3 yrs) Science of Human Flourishing and Ethics

Postdoctoral Research Associate Science of Human Flourishing and Ethics Location: Baylor University Department: Psychology and Neuroscience Standard Hours: 40, full time, exempt Start Date: June 1, 2020 End Date: May 31, 2023 Reports to: Dr. Sarah Schnitker Description: Dr. Sarah Schnitker at Baylor University invites applications for a postdoctoral research associate to conduct scientific studies related to academic signature area of Human Flourishing, Leadership and Ethics of its Illuminate Strategic Plan ( https://www.baylor.edu/illuminate/ ). Our intent is to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and grant-making through hiring a post-doctoral research associate to work with multiple faculty involved in the scientific study of virtues, character strengths, and religiousness/spirituality. The post-doc scholar will work on a variety of projects across one or more areas of emphasis: understanding the mechanisms of virtues, virtue and religious development, virtue development in sport, virtues and technology, and religion and virtuous intergroup engagement. The post-doc scholars will collaborate with some or all of the associated Baylor faculty listed below, as appropriate to their training and career goals. Primary Faculty: Dr. Kevin Dougherty, Sociology Dr. Perry Glanzer, Educational Leadership Dr. Angela Gorrell, Practical Theology Dr. Andrew Meyer, Health, Human Performance and Recreation Dr. Wade Rowatt, Psychology Dr. Sarah Schnitker, Psychology Dr. JoAnn Tsang, Psychology Dr. Jeremy Uecker, Sociology For this position, we are seeking a researcher with one or more of the following: (1) advanced expertise in data analysis and modeling, (2) advanced expertise in experimental design, and/or (3) advanced expertise in intervention science and applied research. This 3-year, temporary position begins June 1, 2020. Responsibilities: Under the supervision of Dr. Sarah Schnitker (or an appropriate alternate supervisor from the list of primary faculty members) and in collaboration with the faculty listed above, the post-doc will: Conduct research and publish findings: Manage existing and new datasets. Analyze data from existing datasets. Contribute and/or oversee study design, ethics review, data collection, and data analysis for new research projects. Publish articles in peer-review journals Present findings at conferences. Provide supervision and mentoring to graduate and undergraduate students. Provide support to grant projects as needed (e.g., writing update reports, assisting with conferences). Assist in grant writing. Other duties as assigned by supervisor. Knowledge and Skills Required: Qualified applicants will have a doctorate with research experience in a relevant area of psychology, sociology, statistics, education, public health, etc. Expertise in one or more of the following is required: (1) advanced expertise in data analysis and modeling, (2) advanced expertise in experimental design, and/or (3) advanced expertise in intervention science and applied research. Experience with qualitative methodology and analysis is desired but not required. Strong writing skills are required. Additional required competencies include demonstrated abilities to engage in: analytical and strategic thinking; relationship building and networking; versatility; project management; and time and priority management. Notes: Compensation is competitive and includes comprehensive benefits (i.e., medical, dental, vision, disability). To apply, candidates should apply by submitting the following to https://jobs.baylor.edu/postings/6059 : A cover letter describing of your research experience, interests, and goals. A CV. A research-based writing sample. Names and contact information for three professional references. Contact sarah_schnitker@baylor.edu with questions.

Baylor University Waco, TX, USA Postdoc

Jan 30, 2020

Postdoc in Applied Psychology of Learning & Motivation

The Memory Dynamics Laboratory at Washington University in St. Louis, under the direction of Dr. Andrew C. Butler, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow position. The fellow will work closely with Dr. Butler and his collaborators from across the country on grant-funded research that investigates how to i mplement principles and findings from the science of learning and motivation within educational practice. Themes that are being explored in this project include higher-order learning, the interplay between learning and motivation, knowledge revision and conceptual change, personalization and individual differences, and the impact of technology on learning. An important goal of this position is to provide a postdoctoral experience that will facilitate the Fellow’s development as a scholar in preparation for a career in academia. The Memory Dynamics Laboratory is situated in the Department of Education, but it also has strong ties to the Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences and The Center for Integrative Research on Cognition, Learning, and Education (CIRCLE). More information is available via the links below: Memory Dynamics Laboratory: https://sites.wustl.edu/mdl1/ Department of Education: http://education.wustl.edu Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences: http://psychweb.wustl.edu CIRCLE: https://circle.wustl.edu Washington University in St. Louis: http://www.wustl.edu Questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Andrew C. Butler ( andrew.butler@wustl.edu) . Required Qualifications Applicants must have a Ph.D. in cognitive psychology, cognitive science, learning sciences, educational psychology, educational technology, social psychology, or a related field. The ideal candidate will have a background in experimental research on learning and/or motivation, a strong record of refereed publications, experience conducting research in applied settings, and a passion for improving education. The position is available beginning in Summer 2020, but start date is flexible. Applicant Instructions Interested applicants should submit a curriculum vita, statement of research interests, and reference letters from three people who can describe the applicant’s background, interests, and research potential. Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted electronically via Interfolio: apply.interfolio.com/73682 . Candidates should create an account, complete the application form, and upload supporting materials. Applications will be considered until the search is concluded. In order to assure full consideration, candidates must submit an online application and all supporting materials by March 15. After this date, review of applications will continue on a rolling basis until the search is concluded. EEO/AA Statement All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Washington University is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to employing and advancing in employment all qualified persons regardless of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or genetic information. Campus Safety Each year Washington University publishes a Safety and Security brochure that details what to do and whom to contact in an emergency. This report also publishes the federally required annual security and fire safety reports, containing campus crime and fire statistics as well as key university policies and procedures. You may access the Safety and Security brochure at https://police.wustl.edu/clery-reports-logs/ .

Washington University in St. Louis Saint Louis, MO, USA Full time

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