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The Visual Cognition Lab (https://visualcognitionlab.com/) is hiring a postdoc(2-3 years) with strong quantitative skills to work with Dr. Heather Sheridan at the University at Albany, SUNY, on an NIMH-funded project in collaboration with Columbia University (1R01 MH121449-01A1: Neural Mechanisms of Reading Dysfunction in Schizophrenia). The successful candidate will use computational modeling to study the cognitive and neural mechanisms underlying reading fluency impairments in Schizophrenia, as well as the link between literacy skills and functional outcomes. The candidate will also have the opportunity to combine their modeling work with empirical projects that integrate eye tracking methodology with both neurophysiological (EEG/ERPs) and fMRI-based studies of individual differences during reading.  The start date of the position is flexible and could be anytime during the summer or fall of 2021. The position is open until filled (for full consideration, apply by June 1, 2021)....

The Senior Director for Scientific Knowledge and Expertise will develop, maintain, and make broadly accessible psychological scientific knowledge and expertise that is most relevant to the current priorities of the association.  Activities will include the collection of relevant scholarly resources, the maintenance of databases to catalog scientific expertise, and the production/update of research syntheses that can be used for multiple teams within the association (e.g., within science, communications, advocacy teams, the CEO office, etc.).  Education and Experience: Doctorate in psychology. Must have broad understanding of the psychological scientific literature, including multiple theories and methodologies used therein. Knowledge of information research in the digital age. Ability to solve problems of substantial variety and complexity. Ability to undertake tasks broad in nature, requiring ingenuity, and originality and serve as a resource to others in the resolution...

The Senior Director for Science Strategic Partnerships will report directly to the Deputy Chief Science Officer and will serve in a key role to develop and execute partnerships that will broaden the impact of science initiatives and instantiate APA as a leader in the science community.  Partnerships will include, but are not limited to, other scientific associations, non-profit agencies, foundations, and academic institutions/departments to advance contemporary psychological science practices and applications.  A primary goal for this position is to establish APA as a leader in field-wide science initiatives, both within psychology and the broader science community.  This person will serve on the science leadership team. Education and Experience Required : Doctoral degree in psychological science or related field. A minimum of 15 years of senior management experience in an area related to psychological science.  Strong communication and organizational skills, including...

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical (A&T) State University invites applications and nominations for the position of Health Psychology Endowed Professorship. This distinguished professorship in psychology is a prestigious designation for a faculty member who has earned prominence for scholarly and professional achievements in psychology. The Distinguished Professor will serve as a researcher and educator in the Department of Psychology. The successful candidate is expected to maintain a funded research program and mentor and train both undergraduate and graduate students in research techniques. The successful candidate is also expected to publish in peer reviewed journals and work collaboratively with colleagues from psychology and other related disciplines. The successful candidate is also expected to work with psychology leadership to implement the M.S. in Health Psychology program and to extend graduate program offerings, and, advance the University’s goals in...

Instructional Faculty in Psychological Data Science   College/School/Unit: College of Liberal Arts   Department: Psychology   Posted: Apr 1, 2021   Apply By: Open until filled   Description   The Department of Psychology at The University of Texas at Austin seeks a candidate for an Assistant or Associate Professor of Instruction to teach undergraduate and possibly post-graduate courses. Professional faculty positions are 3-year renewable contracts and salary will be dependent upon position and qualifications. Background check conducted on applicant selected.   Qualifications   The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching introductory statistics with an emphasis on practical approaches to visualizing and analyzing real data. When covering traditional parametric tests, p-values should be treated as continuous probabilities (rather than as significant/not significant), and other sources of information, such as effect sizes and...

Postdoctoral fellowship program in Science of Science Communication at the Annenberg Public Policy Center of the University of Pennsylvania As part of its Annenberg Center for the Advanced Study of Communication, the Annenberg Public Policy Center (APPC) of the University of Pennsylvania’s postdoctoral fellowship program in the Science of Science Communication (SSC) is accepting applications for the 2021-2022 academic year. Fellows in the program will work closely with other fellows and senior researchers of APPC on scholarship designed to understand how social and communication factors influence people’s beliefs in science. Researchers with basic interests (e.g., source credibility, communication processes, and either belief formation) and applied interests (e.g., climate change, vaccines, and COVID-19) are encouraged to apply. More information about APPC and its Science of Science Communication research can be found at:...

Overview: The Department of Medical Education at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso – Paul L. Foster School of Medicine offers an exceptional opportunity for physiology medical educator to join our interdisciplinary team of full-time faculty. The successful candidate will work with basic and clinical science educators to develop and deliver a highly integrated clinical presentation-based curriculum. This individual will also engage in research and service activities based on individual interests, credentials and experience. The Community: Nestled between the Franklin Mountains and the Rio Grande River, and boasting over 300 days of sunshine per year, El Paso residents enjoy a friendly community with numerous outdoor and cultural pursuits. El Paso was recognized as an All-America City in 2018 for being a community that demonstrates innovation, inclusiveness, civic engagement, and cross sector collaboration for outstanding civic accomplishments. It...