Professor OR Associate Professor, Psychology
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Job Location:
Buffalo, WY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
7 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Summary
The Department of Psychology at the University at Buffalo (UB). The State University of New York is recruiting for a SUNY Empire Innovation faculty hire at the rank of Professor or Associate Professor . The hire will be focused on the study of human cognition and behavior to address gaps in learning development or education using AI. We seek applicants whose work combines behavioral development (e.g. early cognition memory and attention social and emotional development learning school readiness and educational achievement) and AI models of detection and intervention (e.g. machine learning large language models neural networks). To offer a few examples this hire could focus on supporting developmentally diverse learners (e.g. those with learning disabilities or ADHD ) to promote longer-term positive behavioral health outcomes. Similarly they could also study normative learning socio-emotional and cognitive processes in typically developing youth which may identify avenues to accommodate diverse developmental processes. The specific area within Psychology is open though given the focus the strongest fit is likely to be those with training and background in cognitive psychology developmental psychology and/or learning. Our new colleague will become a part of considerable momentum at UB in several critical areas. First among these is New York States Empire AI investment which seeks to secure New Yorks place at the forefront of AI research. We anticipate our new colleague will engage with UBs Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Data Science ( IAD ) which brings together educators researchers students and external partners from across UB and beyond to advance the promise of machine intelligence. This search also will complement a recent cross-disciplinary cluster hire in UBs Learning Sciences focused on the application of current technologies to understand and improve on learning outcomes. This interdisciplinary group of scholars aims to generate knowledge and ideas that can lead to improvements in learning and learning environments for education across the lifespan through the application and development of cutting-edge technologies and pedagogies. This search is designed to add to departmental and university-wide strength in developmental science. Faculty within the department and across the university meet regularly to support grant and research projects within developmental science. Inquiries about this position can be directed to Dr. Micheal Dent Chair of the Search Committee ( ). Learn more: Our benefits where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life. Being a part of the University at Buffalo community. University at Buffalo is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer and in keeping with our commitment welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Minimum Qualifications
PhD in Psychology or related discipline. Scholarly profile appropriate to rank.
Preferred Qualifications
The successful candidate will bring an excellent national and international reputation and a record of outstanding achievement and research productivity (namely publications and external funding; also teaching/mentoring students/fellows/junior faculty) on the intersecting topics of cognition behavior development and early learning (e.g. early cognition social and emotional development learning school readiness educational achievement) and AI models of detection and intervention. The successful candidate will have the skills and experience necessary to promote departmental and cross-campus collaborations.
The Department of Psychology at the University at Buffalo (UB). The State University of New York is recruiting for a SUNY Empire Innovation faculty hire at the rank of Professor or Associate Professor . The hire will be focused on the study of human cognition and behavior to address gaps in learning development or education using AI. We seek applicants whose work combines behavioral development (e.g. early cognition memory and attention social and emotional development learning school readiness and educational achievement) and AI models of detection and intervention (e.g. machine learning large language models neural networks). To offer a few examples this hire could focus on supporting developmentally diverse learners (e.g. those with learning disabilities or ADHD ) to promote longer-term positive behavioral health outcomes. Similarly they could also study normative learning socio-emotional and cognitive processes in typically developing youth which may identify avenues to accommodate diverse developmental processes. The specific area within Psychology is open though given the focus the strongest fit is likely to be those with training and background in cognitive psychology developmental psychology and/or learning. Our new colleague will become a part of considerable momentum at UB in several critical areas. First among these is New York States Empire AI investment which seeks to secure New Yorks place at the forefront of AI research. We anticipate our new colleague will engage with UBs Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Data Science ( IAD ) which brings together educators researchers students and external partners from across UB and beyond to advance the promise of machine intelligence. This search also will complement a recent cross-disciplinary cluster hire in UBs Learning Sciences focused on the application of current technologies to understand and improve on learning outcomes. This interdisciplinary group of scholars aims to generate knowledge and ideas that can lead to improvements in learning and learning environments for education across the lifespan through the application and development of cutting-edge technologies and pedagogies. This search is designed to add to departmental and university-wide strength in developmental science. Faculty within the department and across the university meet regularly to support grant and research projects within developmental science. Inquiries about this position can be directed to Dr. Micheal Dent Chair of the Search Committee ( ). Learn more: Our benefits where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life. Being a part of the University at Buffalo community. University at Buffalo is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer and in keeping with our commitment welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Minimum Qualifications
PhD in Psychology or related discipline. Scholarly profile appropriate to rank.
Preferred Qualifications
The successful candidate will bring an excellent national and international reputation and a record of outstanding achievement and research productivity (namely publications and external funding; also teaching/mentoring students/fellows/junior faculty) on the intersecting topics of cognition behavior development and early learning (e.g. early cognition social and emotional development learning school readiness educational achievement) and AI models of detection and intervention. The successful candidate will have the skills and experience necessary to promote departmental and cross-campus collaborations.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Machine Learning
- AI
- Classroom Experience
- Pharmacy Residency
- Research Experience
- Teaching
- Higher Education Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Leadership Experience
- Program Development
- Mentoring
- Research Laboratory Experience
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