Postdoctoral Scholar: Decision Making & Modeling

Michigan Technological University; Houghton (MI); On-site; USD 56,700 - 69,300; Full time

Job summary

Michigan Technological University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in the Psychology and Human Factors department. The role focuses on studying decision and judgment variability, designing studies, and building computational models.

The successful candidate will conduct experiments, review literature, and contribute to manuscripts. The position requires a PhD by start date in a related field and experience in behavioral science research methods with strong writing skills.

Qualifications

• PhD completed by start of employment in a relevant field.
• Training in behavioral science research methods.
• Experience with statistical analyses.
• Ability to write publications.

Responsibilities

• Design, conduct, and analyze behavioral decision-making studies.
• Write and submit research publications.
• Perform literature reviews.
• Attend regular research meetings.
• Generate ideas and hypotheses.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate researchers.

Skills

Writing ability

Verbal communication

Research methods

Education

PhD in cognitive science/psychology/HF engineering/engineering/CS

Tools

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Job description

Michigan Technological University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in the Psychology and Human Factors department. The role focuses on studying decision and judgment variability, designing studies, and building computational models.

The successful candidate will conduct experiments, review literature, and contribute to manuscripts. The position requires a PhD by start date in a related field and experience in behavioral science research methods with strong writing skills.