Columbia University's Center for Decision Sciences (CDS) anticipates
hiring a postdoctoral fellow for a period of a minimum one year with
an immediate start date. The position includes a full time salary and
health benefits, starting as early as October 15th, 2012 and
continuing until January 31st, 2014, with the possibility of renewal.
The main responsibility will be to carry out research related to
cognition and memory with an emphasis on decision-making and the
construction of preferences across the lifespan, under the supervision
of Professors Eric Johnson and Elke Weber. This position is open to
candidates with behavioral research experience, data analysis and
modeling skills (particularly structural equation models), and
training in cognitive psychology or a related discipline, who have
recently earned their PhD or who are expecting their doctorate in
2013, on a topic relevant to the psychology of decision making broadly
defined. Training in neuropsychology as well as neuroscience and fMRI
research would be a particularly valuable skill. Additionally
experience with health- and cognitive function screening of older
adults and experience with on-line research is also a plus.
The candidate should have experience with running complex structural
equation models, factor analysis, and multiple group invariance
testing. Experience using Mplus is useful and experience with R is
critical. Knowledge of cognitive aging research, especially the
distinction between fluid and crystallized intelligence, is desirable.
To apply, please send a CV, two letters of recommendation, reprints of
published papers, and a cover letter describing your research
interests. In your cover letter, please describe your research
expertise, data analysis and modeling skills, neuropsychological and
neuroscience skills, and computer skills (including any experience
with online research).
Review of applications will start immediately and continue until the
position is filled. Electronic applications (all parts as attachments
to a single email) should be submitted to
zeynep@decisionsciences.columbia.edu.
Columbia University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer
