Visiting Research Scientist - Psychology - 1031888-6689

University of Illinois • Urbana, IL • 3d ago

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12892995 **Visiting Research Scientist - Psychology

College of Liberal Arts & Sciences

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign**

The department of Psychology is searching for a Visiting Research Scientist to design, implement, conduct, interpret and write publications based on studies investigating eye movements during reading and also using computational modeling to better understand trajectories of skilled reading.

Duties & Responsibilities

Design, implement and conduct studies investigating developmental

trajectories of eye movements during reading using behavioral and eye-tracking measures, and computational modeling. Develop new studies, analyses pipelines, and models to understand trajectories of reading development.

Supervise and direct day-to-day activities of reading research

projects, including training undergraduates in data collection, analysis and scientific method, as well as providing professional development training. Oversee undergraduate data collection and analysis efforts, coordinate weekly lab meetings and research assistant training seminars.

Supervise and oversee participant recruitment efforts and

participant scheduling through both participants in the psych department SONA and adolescents in the surrounding community.

Write, publish and present findings from these projects, including

writing/submitting/revising manuscripts, presenting at local and national conferences and assisting in the writing of grants based on these projects.

Advise and assist graduate and undergraduate students in the

Learning and Language Lab in their research and learning, including with hardware and software setup for new and ongoing eye-tracking data collection and data analysis.

Contribute to the Learning and Language lab\'s scientific

activities, including weekly lab meetings.

Required Qualifications

PhD in Psychology or closely related field. Experience designing and leading eye-tracking studies of eye movements during reading Experience publishing and presenting scientific results.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of relevant research concepts, practices and procedures

for all the various methods and measures used in the Learning and Language Lab

Strong computational skills, including experience with computational

modeling

Ability to communicate effectively with others

Able to work independently, as well as part of the team on multiple

projects and to train and lead teams

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to be resourceful,

proactive and seek assistance as needed.

Sustained track record of innovation and original research

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the deadline date. The budgeted salary range for the position is \$60,000 to \$65,000.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on August 8, Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Upload your cover letter, resume, and names/contact information for three professional references. Please remember to include specific information on how you meet the qualifications of the position in your application materials. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Summer Curry, sdcurry@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

The University of Illinois must also comply with applicable federal export control laws and regulations and, as such, reserves the right to employ restricted party screening procedures for applicants.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .

Requisition ID: 1031888

Job Category: Research

Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu

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