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Reporting directly to the Chief Scientific Officer in the science directorate, the incumbent is responsible for advancing psychology as a science and as a means to promote human welfare through interactions with federal policymakers across government. Primary aims are to enhance federal support for psychological science and to promote evidence-based public policy informed by psychological science. Required Qualifications: Master’s or doctoral degree in psychology, other scientific field, or policy required.  (Doctoral degree preferred.) Five years of relevant experience in policy, regulatory, or advocacy work required.  Doctoral degree can substitute for up to 3 years of experience. Microsoft Office suite of programs. Responsibilities: Influence research policies within research funding agencies to ensure a positive outcome for psychological science. Develop and implement strategies for increasing the share of federal funding dedicated to psychological and behavioral research; for increasing the visibility and understanding of psychological science within research funding agencies and ensuring that psychological scientists are represented within the peer review, policymaking and advisory committee structures.   Implement these strategies by meeting with, providing research for, and representing APA policies to institute and agency directors, program staff, and Executive branch policymakers. In collaboration with the Chief Advocacy Officer and Advocacy Office staff, influence public policy-making activities on Capitol Hill to ensure positive outcomes for psychological science and to promote evidence-based policy decisions. Develop and implement strategies for increasing the share of federal funding dedicated to psychological and behavioral research; for increasing the visibility and understanding of psychological science among public policymakers; and for enhancing the utilization of psychological research by policymakers. Implement these strategies by meeting with, providing research for, and representing APA policies to Members of Congress and their professional staff members. Undertake special projects such as scientific exhibitions and congressional briefings to demonstrate the science of psychology and educate congressional policymakers. Establish and maintain a network of contacts with other professional, consumer, scientific, provider, and government-related health organizations and coalitions, both to strengthen APA's ability to influence public policy as part of a group, and to ensure that APA's interests are fully represented in the agendas of such coalitions. Research and write: legislative proposals, amendments and report language; congressional testimony to be presented by APA members; APA position papers, statements, briefing sheets, newsletter articles, and grassroots action alerts; official comments to federal agencies on proposed regulatory action; and correspondence to key lawmakers from the APA Chief Executive Officer and Chief Scientific Officer. Develop and distribute other documents that represent APA's views on various legislative, regulatory and/or scientific or public interest issues to Congress, federal agencies, other organizations, and the public. Consult and coordinate with relevant APA members, and APA headquarters staff in the development of APA positions and policy strategies; write papers, memoranda, briefing materials, statements, and other documents to keep these individuals fully informed on the status of legislative and regulatory initiatives undertaken. Serve as liaison to APA divisions with relevance to the designees assigned portfolio. Create or enhance opportunities for scientific psychologists to participate in federal advocacy by planning and undertaking federal advocacy training sessions, identifying experts to provide testimony or to visit key policymakers. Build ad hoc networks of scientists who can serve as advisers on technical aspects of legislation or policy. Other duties as assigned. Location: The American Psychological Association, located at 750 First St NE, Washington D.C., was named a 2014 recipient of the Washington Post Top Workplace. It is metro accessible from the Red Line. Application Instructions: Qualified candidates must apply online through APA’s applicant system and attach a cover letter and resume specifying your salary expectations. Applications that are submitted without both documents are considered incomplete and will not be reviewed for consideration. Once your application is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. Please make sure to check your Spam folder if you do not receive an email from us. The American Psychological Association is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected categories covered under local law.

Position details A 2-year postdoctoral research fellowship is available in the Culture and Emotion Lab and the Sleep & Psychosocial Adjustment Lab at Wesleyan University. The postdoctoral fellow will work with Dr. Patricia M. Rodriguez Mosquera and Dr. Royette Tavernier Dubar on topics related to emotion, stress, adolescent and emerging adulthood development, and sleep. Expertise in advanced statistical analyses (e.g., multi-level modeling) and/or mixed methods is highly desirable but not required. Fellows will teach one undergraduate seminar per year in an area of the fellow’s interest and mentor exceptional undergraduates involved in research. Wesleyan is a selective liberal arts institution with faculty engaged in well-funded and cutting-edge research. Wesleyan University is located in Middletown, CT and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or non-position-related criminal record. We welcome applications from women, and historically underrepresented minority groups. Minimum Qualifications - Ph.D. in psychology or a related field. - Experience in using  SPSS /Amos and/or MPlus. - The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational, time management, oral/written/communication skills, and a commitment to diversity.   Instructions to Applicants The following documents are required (submitted electronically): (1) Cover letter (2) Current curriculum vitae (3) Statement of research interests (4) 1 or 2 sample publications (or manuscripts in preparation) (5) The e-mail addresses of 3 referees from whom we will obtain confidential letters of recommendation (please ensure that the submitted e-mail addresses are up-to-date and entered correctly). Interfolio users, see Additional Information. After you have submitted all the required documents, you will see a confirmation number. At that point, each of your three referees whose email address you have provided will receive an automatically generated email requesting that he or she submit a letter of reference for you. The successful applicant will be expected to begin the position on July 1, 2020. Additional information Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Applications received by February 15, 2020 will be given full consideration. Note for Interfolio users: We gladly accept letters of recommendation from Interfolio. From your Interfolio account, please use the “web delivery” method to upload your letters directly to our online application.

California State University San Marcos expects to hire a tenure-track assistant professor of psychology for Fall 2020. Scholars with any substantive focus within the field of neuropsychology are encouraged to apply.  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. in Psychology, Neuropsychology or a related field prior to date of appointment (ABD applicants accepted; PhD required by August 2020) Active research program in neuropsychology that serves as a training opportunity for students Demonstrated evidence of teaching excellence at the university level (e.g., student evaluations/summaries, peer observation summaries) Ability/interest in teaching courses in neuropsychology Able to supervise Master’s theses      DESIRED/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Evidence of research productivity Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds Demonstrated intercultural competence with diverse groups in teaching, research and/or service.  APPLICATION:  All applications must include: A completed Faculty Application Cover letter that address the above minimum and desired/preferred qualifications. Curriculum vitae statement of research interests statement of teaching philosophy reprints/preprints of up to three representative publications Evidence of teaching success at the university level (e.g., student evaluations/summaries, peer observation summaries) arrange for three current letters of recommendation to be submitted  Submit application materials and direct any inquiries to: NEUROPSYCTT1920@csusm.edu  A review of applications will begin on January 06, 2019 ; however, the position will be open until filled. The University is particularly interested in applicants who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented groups.   This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, reference checks and criminal record checks. An offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including a criminal records check, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.   CSUSM has been designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI) and was recently named one of the top 32 Colleges most friendly to junior faculty by the Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education. Visit http://www.csusm.edu/facultyopportunities   for more information.   California State University San Marcos is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.   The person holding this position is considered a limited 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 (revised July 21, 2017) as a condition of employment.

Postdoctoral Research Associate at Purdue University Position Summary Seeking to hire one or two postdoctoral researchers to collaborate with me across two grants on preschool children’s mathematical language development. One project is a National Science Foundation funded grant evaluating the impacts of mathematical language instruction on mathematics and spatial skills in preschool children. The other project is the final stages of evaluating a parent implemented mathematical language intervention for monolingual English speakers and dual language learners. The positions have the potential to be for up to two or three years depending on performance.   Responsibilities may include: intervention development, manuscript preparation, project management, presentation of findings, development of coding schemes for video and audio recordings, and development and implementation of dissemination events for families and schools. A core part of one of the projects will be preparation of a registered report, thus, interest and knowledge of open science practices are desired.   Start date is negotiable, but preferred start is no later than August 15th, 2020.   For best consideration, applications should be submitted by January 4, 2020. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Please submit a cover letter that describes your interests and fit with the position, CV, a scholarly writing sample, and names and contact information of three references. Questions can be directed to Dr. David Purpura ( purpura@purdue.edu ). To apply, please go to   Purdue's Employment Website  and complete the online application process.   Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. A background check will be required for employment in this position.  Education Required Qualifications • PhD in Education, Psychology, Human Development, Communication Disorders, or related field completed by the start of the employment • Background expertise in early mathematics development and/or language development Experience Additional Desired Qualifications • Ability to work collaboratively with a research team • Experience developing or implementing interventions with schools or families • Knowledge of multilevel modeling • Fluency in Spanish is beneficial but not required

About Western Illinois University: Western Illinois University, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, serves over 7,500 students at its traditional, residential four-year campus in Macomb, IL and its metropolitan branch campus in Moline, IL. Compliance to state and federal hiring standards is coordinated through WIU's Office of Equal Opportunity & Access. Western Illinois University is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people, including, but not limited to, minorities, veterans, women and individuals with disabilities. WIU has a non-discrimination policy that includes discrimination based on an individual's membership in the following classes: sex, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other classes protected by state or federal law. Job Description: APPOINTMENT: August 24, 2020 RESPONSIBILITIES:  The faculty member will be expected to teach relevant undergraduate and graduate courses, supervise school psychology graduate practicum students and/or internship students, be involved with the on-campus psychoeducational clinic, conduct research, serve on committees, and assist with graduate program demands such as case study evaluation and student research projects.  Undergraduate teaching might include Developmental Psychology, Exceptional Children, Behavior Modification, or other relevant coursework.  Graduate teaching might include assessment sequence, research methods in applied settings, and other courses that match the applicant's areas of specialization. RANK & SALARY: Assistant Professor. Tenure-track, 9 months. Competitive salary.  Negotiable, commensurate with experience. Western Illinois University offers a competitive benefits package including domestic partner benefits. For full benefit information visit: http://www.wiu.edu/vpas/human_resources/benefits/. Requirements: REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  Ph.D. or Psy.D.in School Psychology (or related field) at the time of appointment. The successful candidate should be eligible to apply for Illinois licensure as a school psychologist (Professional Educator License School Support Personnel). Strong potential for excellence in teaching and research. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: College teaching, research experience, and experience as a school psychologist. Strong written and oral communication skills. The candidate should also be willing and able to work collaboratively within a relatively small graduate program and within the larger psychology department and university community. The candidate should possess a degree from an American Psychological Association (APA)-approved doctoral program. For a degree to be considered, it must be conferred from a regionally accredited degree-granting institution of higher education (or equivalent from an international accrediting body). Additional Information: THE DEPARTMENT: The Department of Psychology has 23 faculty, approximately 300 undergraduate majors, 500 minors, and 50 graduate students in Masters Programs (General Experimental and Clinical/Community Mental Health) and a Specialists program (School). The department includes a Psychology undergraduate major with two Options (Psychology, Forensic Psychology); as well as minors in Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Aging Studies, Neuroscience, and Mental Health. Additional information may be located at www.wiu.edu/psychology THE UNIVERSITY: Since 1902, Western Illinois University has provided outstanding educational opportunities to individuals in west central Illinois and well beyond our region and state. WIU's traditional residential campus in Macomb, Illinois, is the educational, cultural and athletic center of the region, while the WIU-Quad Cities non-residential branch campus in Moline, Illinois, is the only public university in the immediate Quad Cities region. More than 66 undergraduate degree programs, nearly 40 graduate programs and two doctoral programs prepare students for a successful career after graduation. Outside the classroom at Western, concerts, lectures, presentations, films, dance performances and more are performed each year, along with numerous major theatrical and dance productions and studio shows, as well as a variety of service-oriented projects and activities, all in a diverse and inclusive campus environment. The Multicultural Center is home to four cultural and resource centers: The Gwendolyn Brooks, Casa Latina, the Women's Center, and the LGBT*QA Resource Center. These cultural and resource centers promote WIU's goal of enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion through educational programming and advocacy. The University's athletics program, based on the Macomb campus, sponsors 19 NCAA Division I intercollegiate men's and women's varsity sports. Football competes in the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision through the Missouri Valley Football Conference; all other varsity sports compete at the Division I level through The Summit League. WIU-Macomb, IL (Student Population: 6,432): A traditional, residential four-year campus with  offering a comprehensive slate of undergraduate and graduate programs, including a doctorate in education, WIU-Macomb is located in the heart of west central Illinois in Macomb (population 20,000). Amtrak provides twice-daily service from Macomb to Chicago (and point in-between). Macomb is located approximately 75 miles from the Quad Cities International Airport (Moline, IL) and 70 miles from the Greater Peoria Regional Airport (Peoria, IL). WIU-Quad Cities (Student Population: 1,192): The only public university in the Quad Cities area, WIU-QC offers select undergraduate and graduate programs, including a doctorate in education and a doctorate in environmental studies, at its metropolitan, non-residential campus in Moline, IL. Application Instructions: APPLICATION: Complete applications include: 1) a letter of application 2) current curriculum vita or resume 3) the names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three current professional references 4) a separate statement regarding your commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion 5) Statements of teaching and supervision philosophy, and program of research 6) Material indicating teaching effectiveness and copies of representative publications (if available) Please upload the requested documents by clicking APPLY NOW or by navigating to the WIU Employment page at the following URL http://www.wiu.edu/employment/ **Note** In order to upload Individual documents must be under 2 MB in size. Screening will begin on December 13, 2019 and will continue until the position is filled. Western Illinois University endeavors to provide a safe environment for its employees and students and requires candidates to submit to a background investigation upon offer of employment. Employment is contingent upon compliance with University policies and procedures relating to the receipt and evaluation of information contained in the background investigation. Questions regarding the search may be directed to: Dr. Tracy Cruise at TK-Cruise@wiu.edu or ph. 309-298-1745 For assistance with the online application system contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309)298-1977 or via email at eoa-office@wiu.edu.

About Western Illinois University: Western Illinois University, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, serves over 7,500 students at its traditional, residential four-year campus in Macomb, IL and its metropolitan branch campus in Moline, IL. Compliance to state and federal hiring standards is coordinated through WIU's Office of Equal Opportunity & Access.  Western Illinois University is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people, including, but not limited to, minorities, veterans, women and individuals with disabilities. WIU has a non-discrimination policy that includes discrimination based on an individual's membership in the following classes: sex, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other classes protected by state or federal law. APPOINTMENT: August 24, 2020 RESPONSIBILITIES: The faculty member will be expected to teach relevant undergraduate and graduate courses, supervise school psychology graduate practicum students and/or internship students, be involved with the on-campus psychoeducational clinic, conduct research, serve on committees, and assist with graduate program demands such as case study evaluation and student research projects.  Undergraduate teaching might include Developmental Psychology, Exceptional Children, Behavior Modification, or other relevant coursework.  Graduate teaching might include assessment sequence, research methods in applied settings, and other courses that match the applicant's areas of specialization. At the Associate Professor level, the candidate will be expected to have an interest in program coordination and leadership. RANK & SALARY: Assistant or Associate Professor commensurate with experience. Tenure-track, 9 months. Competitive salary.  Negotiable, commensurate with experience. Western Illinois University offers a competitive benefits package including domestic partner benefits. For full benefit information visit: http://www.wiu.edu/vpas/human_resources/benefits/. Requirements: REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  Ph.D. or Psy.D.in School Psychology (or related field) at the time of appointment. The successful candidate should be eligible to apply for Illinois licensure as a school psychologist (Professional Educator License School Support Personnel). Strong potential for excellence in teaching and research. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: College teaching, research experience, and experience as a school psychologist. Strong written and oral communication skills. The candidate should also be willing and able to work collaboratively within a relatively small graduate program and within the larger psychology department and university community. The candidate should possess a degree from an American Psychological Association (APA)-approved doctoral program.  At the Associate Professor level, interest in program coordination and leadership. For a degree to be considered, it must be conferred from a regionally accredited degree-granting institution of higher education (or equivalent from an international accrediting body). Additional Information: THE DEPARTMENT: The Department of Psychology has 23 faculty, approximately 300 undergraduate majors, 500 minors, and 50 graduate students in Masters Programs (General Experimental and Clinical/Community Mental Health) and a Specialists program (School). The department includes a Psychology undergraduate major with two Options (Psychology, Forensic Psychology); as well as minors in Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Aging Studies, Neuroscience, and Mental Health. Additional information may be located at www.wiu.edu/psychology THE UNIVERSITY: Since 1902, Western Illinois University has provided outstanding educational opportunities to individuals in west central Illinois and well beyond our region and state. WIU's traditional residential campus in Macomb, Illinois, is the educational, cultural and athletic center of the region, while the WIU-Quad Cities non-residential branch campus in Moline, Illinois, is the only public university in the immediate Quad Cities region. More than 66 undergraduate degree programs, nearly 40 graduate programs and two doctoral programs prepare students for a successful career after graduation. Outside the classroom at Western, concerts, lectures, presentations, films, dance performances and more are performed each year, along with numerous major theatrical and dance productions and studio shows, as well as a variety of service-oriented projects and activities, all in a diverse and inclusive campus environment. The Multicultural Center is home to four cultural and resource centers: The Gwendolyn Brooks, Casa Latina, the Women's Center, and the LGBT*QA Resource Center. These cultural and resource centers promote WIU's goal of enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion through educational programming and advocacy. The University's athletics program, based on the Macomb campus, sponsors 19 NCAA Division I intercollegiate men's and women's varsity sports. Football competes in the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision through the Missouri Valley Football Conference; all other varsity sports compete at the Division I level through The Summit League. WIU-Macomb, IL (Student Population: 6,432): A traditional, residential four-year campus with  offering a comprehensive slate of undergraduate and graduate programs, including a doctorate in education, WIU-Macomb is located in the heart of west central Illinois in Macomb (population 20,000). Amtrak provides twice-daily service from Macomb to Chicago (and point in-between). Macomb is located approximately 75 miles from the Quad Cities International Airport (Moline, IL) and 70 miles from the Greater Peoria Regional Airport (Peoria, IL). WIU-Quad Cities (Student Population: 1,192): The only public university in the Quad Cities area, WIU-QC offers select undergraduate and graduate programs, including a doctorate in education and a doctorate in environmental studies, at its metropolitan, non-residential campus in Moline, IL. Application Instructions: APPLICATION: Complete applications include: 1) a letter of application 2) current curriculum vita or resume 3) the names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three current professional references 4) a separate statement regarding your commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion 5) Statements of teaching and supervision philosophy, and program of research 6) Material indicating teaching effectiveness and copies of representative publications (if available)  Please upload the requested documents by clicking APPLY NOW or by navigating to the WIU Employment page at the following URL http://www.wiu.edu/employment/  **Note** In order to upload Individual documents must be under 2 MB in size.  Screening will begin on December 13, 2019 and will continue until the position is filled.  Western Illinois University endeavors to provide a safe environment for its employees and students and requires candidates to submit to a background investigation upon offer of employment. Employment is contingent upon compliance with University policies and procedures relating to the receipt and evaluation of information contained in the background investigation. Questions regarding the search may be directed to:  Dr. Tracy Cruise at TK-Cruise@wiu.edu or ph. 309-298-1745  For assistance with the online application system contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309)298-1977 or via email at eoa-office@wiu.edu.