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Post Doctoral Associate: Environmental Psychology

Employer
Cornell University
Location
New York, United States
Salary
Salary Not specified
Date posted
Apr 11, 2022

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Position Type
Faculty Positions, Social & Behavioral Sciences, Geography, Psychology
Employment Level
Post-Doc
Employment Type
Full Time

Cornell University, College of Human Ecology

Post Doctoral Associate: Environmental Psychology

Location: Ithaca, NY

 

Position Summary

The Wells Lab (https://www.human.cornell.edu/people/nmw2) within the Department of Human Centered Design (formerly Design and Environmental Analysis), College of Human Ecology at Cornell University is accepting applications for a postdoctoral associate to begin June 15, 2022. The postdoctoral associate will contribute to research efforts at the intersection of environmental psychology, public health, design, and urban planning including studies examining the natural environment’s effect on human resilience; the influence of nature-based therapy on the behavior and well-being of individuals with autism; associations of nature access with health and equity; the influence of the built and natural environment on sustainable behaviors and health-related behaviors (e.g., diet and physical activity). The postdoctoral associate will also teach one undergraduate course (Fall) related to the effects of the built and natural environment on human health and well-being. The position is fully funded for one year with the potential for renewal upon satisfactory performance.

 

Key responsibilities include:

  • Data management
  • Coding of archival video data
  • Training and overseeing undergraduate research assistants
  • Lead data analysis
  • Contribute to writing grant proposals and papers for publication
  • Support research team and work collaboratively
  • Collaboratively revise syllabus of existing undergraduate course
  • Teach undergraduate course

 

Requirements

Applicants must have a conferred doctoral degree in environmental psychology, public health, or related field (e.g., developmental psychology, urban planning) and relevant research experience. Eligible applicants should have demonstrated proficiency in data management and use of statistical software programs (e.g., SPSS, SAS, R); exceptional organizational, communication, and writing skills; experience overseeing undergraduate research assistants; and demonstrated ability to work well independently and collaboratively.

 

Preferred Qualifications

Diverse research skills including experience coding observational (video) data; proficiency with Geographic Information Systems (GIS); expertise in developmental disabilities such as autism; prior teaching experience at the undergraduate level.

 

Application

The following documents must be uploaded when applying through Academic Job Online https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/21164.

  • Cover letter describing research experience, fit for position, and future interests (3 pages max)
  • CV (including full publication list)
  • Transcript(s) of graduate work (unofficial is acceptable)
  • Research statement
  • Teaching statement
  • Statement of Contribution to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  • Three letters of reference (to be submitted by referees)

 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

 

Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose, and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement.

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