Assistant Professor, Cognition & Learning Sciences

Northwestern University, School of Education and Social Policy; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern University, School of Education and Social Policy, invites applications for an assistant professor position in Learning Sciences focused on cognition and learning across contexts. The successful candidate will develop a rigorous research program and contribute to undergraduate (Learning Sciences major) and graduate teaching.

Applicants from learning sciences, psychology, education, cognition, and related disciplines are welcome, including those using quantitative, qualitative, and

Qualifications

• Candidates must teach and advise undergrad and grad students in broad survey courses on conceptual development.
• We welcome applicants trained in learning sciences, psychology, education, cognition, and related disciplines.
• Scholars who apply computational methods in their research are especially encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a rigorous, externally funded research program on cognition and learning.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses related to conceptual development and knowledge representations.

Job description

Northwestern University, School of Education and Social Policy, invites applications for an assistant professor position in Learning Sciences focused on cognition and learning across contexts. The successful candidate will develop a rigorous research program and contribute to undergraduate (Learning Sciences major) and graduate teaching.

Applicants from learning sciences, psychology, education, cognition, and related disciplines are welcome, including those using quantitative, qualitative, and