[MATHLINK] Postdoctoral fellowship in preschool numeracy, at Indiana University (PI: Gunderson)

[Gunderson, Elizabeth Ann]

The Cognition and Learning Lab at Indiana University-Bloomington (PI: Gunderson) invites applications for a postdoctoral fellow. This position is funded by a National Science Foundation grant, “Improving Flexible Attention to Numerical and Spatial Magnitudes in Young Children” (#2301008, https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=2301008) to Dr. Gunderson. Applications are particularly welcome from researchers interested in numerical development and executive functioning in preschool-aged children.

This is a collaborative grant across two universities, Indiana University and the University of Dayton. Therefore, the postdoctoral fellow will participate in regular project meetings with the PI at University of Dayton, Dr. Mary Wagner, and her team, and will work alongside the research team in Dr. Wagner’s lab to design and carry out the experiments.

This position has a two-year commitment with the appointment to the second year contingent on at least minimally acceptable performance within the first year. There is also a possibility of extension for up to five years. The 12-month salary associated with this position is $58,179 in year 1 and $59,915 in year 2.

Necessary qualifications include:

  *   a PhD in psychology, education, or related field
  *   expertise in statistics and data management
  *   demonstrated evidence of research productivity and academic writing
  *   excellent organizational and project management skills
  *   strong communication and interpersonal skills

Advantages of this position include:

  *   Funding for travel for project collaboration and dissemination
  *   Preparation for academic jobs through access to existing datasets and resources to collect new data
  *   Mentoring from Dr. Gunderson at Indiana University and Dr. Wagner at the University of Dayton
  *   Interaction with advisory board members, Dr. Nora Newcombe, Dr. Beth Tipton, Dr. Karen Karp, and Dr. Megan McClelland
  *   Opportunities to mentor earlier-stage researchers
  *   Opportunities to lead outreach efforts

How to Apply: Interested candidates should apply at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/22188 by submitting a cover letter describing your interests and prior experiences, CV, contact information for three references, and a writing sample.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled and application review will start February 5, 2024. The anticipated start date for this position is July 1, 2024. Start date is negotiable.

Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to: Dr. Elizabeth Gunderson eagunder at iu.edu<mailto:eagunder at iu.edu>.

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.

Elizabeth Gunderson, Ph.D.
Professor, Dept. of Psychological and Brain Sciences
Indiana University-Bloomington
1101 E. 10th St.
Bloomington, IN 47405

Email: eagunder at iu.edu
Pronouns: she, her, hers
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