MINDSET Postdoctoral Scholar

Penn State University • University Park, IL

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Informatics and Intelligent Systems Department at Pennsylvania State University is hiring a full-time postdoctoral scholar in Informatics and Applied Cognition to work with Teaching Professor Robert Thomson. This is a limited-term hybrid appointment, initially for one year from the date of hire, with a strong possibility of renewal. The position is available immediately; the term length and possible continuation will be discussed during the interview process and depend on university need, performance, and/or funding availability.

The scholar will conduct research on developing and generalizing cognitive models that integrate analyses to capture expert behavior and strategies for vulnerability analysis. The position is focused entirely on research, with no expectation of teaching. Teaching experience may be arranged if the scholar wishes to teach.

The scholar will receive mentorship toward an academic or research career, with opportunities to publish and present research, develop grant proposals, and collaborate with partner researchers. The goal is to strengthen the scholar’s skills and record for placement at a leading university or research laboratory after the postdoctoral appointment. Employment requires successful completion of background checks in accordance with university policies.

Requirements

• Possess a doctoral degree in Human Factors, Cognitive Science, Computer Science, or a related discipline by the appointment start date.
• Have strong analytical skills.
• Have expertise in human study design and analysis.
• Demonstrate a record of research relevant to the position.
• Be able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Demonstrate strong written communication skills.
• Have the ability and willingness to mentor students.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on the development and generalization of cognitive models integrating analyses to capture expert behavior and strategies for vulnerability analysis.
• Develop algorithmic techniques and establish performance benchmarks.
• Design experiments.
• Collaborate with faculty, graduate students, and partner researchers.
• Disseminate research through journal publications and conference proceedings; publish and present research results.
• Develop grant proposals.
• Mentor students.
• Complete required background checks.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support personal and professional well-being; postdoctoral benefits information is available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree