Prof. Bethany Rittle-Johnson has two positions available in her Children’s Learning Lab in the Psychology and Human Development Department at Peabody College, Vanderbilt University.
http://peabody.vanderbilt.edu/Psychology_and_Human_Development/Research_Resources/Childrens_Learning_Lab.xml
Post-Doc Position
Possible opening for a 2-year post-doctoral fellowship funded by an Institute of Education Sciences (IES) training grant on rigorous methods in educationally-relevant research, starting Fall 2011. The applicant must be interested in pursing a research career with ties to math education.
The fellow will collaborate with Rittle-Johnson on research projects focused on helping children understand early algebra, with children ranging from preK to Grade 8, in both laboratory and classroom studies. Please visit her webpage for additional information. The fellow will also have opportunities to collaborate on research projects with the other investigators affiliated with this training grant, (1) Paul Cobb, Professor of Mathematics Education, who focuses on mathematics education in early elementary and middle school, (2) Gautam Biswas, Professor of Computer Science and Engineering, who focuses on computer-based learning environments in math and science education, and (3) Thomas Smith, Associate Professor of Public Policy and Education, who focuses on quantitative data analysis and the study of how policy influences teacher quality and student learning.
The position requires a PhD in Psychology or a related field and a research program on learning and problem solving. Applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents (a requirement of the funding agency). Experience conducting research with children or in mathematics learning are highly desirable, as is at least one peer-reviewed journal publication.
The positions carry a stipend of $50,000 per year plus health insurance coverage and support for professional travel.
Email questions to bethany.rittle-johnson@vanderbilt.edu. To apply for the position, please send a (1) letter of interest, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) two publications (or manuscripts under review), and (4) the names and email addresses of three potential references by electronic mail tolearninglab@vanderbilt.edu. For best consideration, please apply by April 11, 2011.
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