Postdoctoral Scholar, Psychology & Human Factors

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Atlantic Mine (MI); On-site; USD 56,700 - 69,300; Full time

Job summary

Michigan Technological University is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in Psychology and Human Factors to support a multi-university research initiative. The successful candidate will conduct research, design and analyze studies, and mentor students.

Qualified applicants will have a Ph.D. in a relevant field and experience in behavioral science methods. The position offers a minimum salary of $63,000, dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. (completed by start of employment) in cognitive science, psychology, human factors engineering, engineering, or computer science with experience in behavioral science.
• Training in behavioral science research methods and statistical analyses.
• Cognitive modeling experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, conduct, and analyze behavioral decision‑making studies.
• Write and submit research publications.
• Perform literature reviews.
• Attend regular research meetings.
• Assist and mentor graduate and undergraduate researchers.

Skills

Behavioral decision-making studies

Research publications writing

Statistical analyses

Excellent verbal communication

Education

Ph.D. in cognitive science, psychology, human factors engineering, or computer science

Tools

R (statistical software)

Job description

Title

Postdoctoral Scholar – Psychology and Human Factors

Summary

Michigan Technological University is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar to support a multi‑university research initiative to study and model decision and judgment variability (noise). The scholar must be ready to conduct research, including laboratory studies and simulations, assist in constructing computational cognitive models, conduct literature reviews, and prepare and submit manuscripts.

Responsibilities and Essential Duties

• Design, conduct, and analyze behavioral decision‑making studies
• Write and submit research publications
• Perform literature reviews
• Attend regular research meetings
• Generate ideas
• Assist and mentor graduate and undergraduate researchers
• Commit to learning about continuous‑improvement strategies and applying them to everyday work; actively engage in university continuous‑improvement initiatives
• Apply safety‑related knowledge, skills, and practices to everyday work

Required Education, Certifications, Licensures

• A Ph.D. (completed by start of employment) in cognitive science, psychology, human factors engineering, engineering, or computer science with experience in behavioral science

Required Experience

• Training in behavioral science research methods and statistical analyses
• Experience with statistical software (preferably R, others acceptable)

Desirable Education and/or Experience

• Cognitive modeling experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

• Demonstrable writing abilities through publications
• Excellent verbal communication skills

Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

• Experience working with interdisciplinary, collaborative teams, and managing research assistants
• Demonstrated success in, or potential future contributions to, working with persons with a wide variety of backgrounds and viewpoints

Work Environment and/or Physical Demands

The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment

• Employee Safety Overview
• Anti‑Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training
• Annual Data Security Training
• Annual Title IX Training

Background Check

Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed.

Salary

The minimum salary for this position is $63,000. The final salary will depend on experience and qualifications.

Appointment Details

FLSA Status: Exempt

Full‑Time Equivalent: 1 (100%)

Shift: –

Appointment Term: 12 months

Title of Position Supervisor: Associate Professor

Other Conditions of Employment

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (e.g., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout the appointment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Drug‑Free Campus Policy

Michigan Tech is committed to maintaining a drug‑free campus environment and actively promoting the health and safety of its community.

Advertising and Application Period

Advertised: 15 May 2026. Applications Close: –
Note: This position is contingent upon the continued availability of external funding.