The Memory Dynamics Laboratory at Washington University in St. Louis, under the direction of Dr. Andrew C. Butler, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow position. The fellow will work closely with Dr. Butler and his collaborators from across the country on grant-funded research that investigates how to implement principles and findings from the science of learning and motivation within educational practice. Themes that are being explored in this project include higher-order learning, the interplay between learning and motivation, knowledge revision and conceptual change, personalization and individual differences, and the impact of technology on learning. An important goal of this position is to provide a postdoctoral experience that will facilitate the Fellow’s development as a scholar in preparation for a career in academia.

The Memory Dynamics Laboratory is situated in the Department of Education, but it also has strong ties to the Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences and The Center for Integrative Research on Cognition, Learning, and Education (CIRCLE). More information is available via the links below:

Memory Dynamics Laboratory: https://sites.wustl.edu/mdl1/

Department of Education: http://education.wustl.edu

Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences: http://psychweb.wustl.edu CIRCLE: https://circle.wustl.edu

Washington University in St. Louis: http://www.wustl.edu

Questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Andrew C. Butler ([email protected]).

Required Qualifications

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in cognitive psychology, cognitive science, learning sciences, educational psychology, educational technology, social psychology, or a related field. The ideal candidate will have a background in experimental research on learning and/or motivation, a strong record of refereed publications, experience conducting research in applied settings, and a passion for improving education. The position is available beginning in Summer 2020, but start date is flexible.

Applicant Instructions

Interested applicants should submit a curriculum vita, statement of research interests, and reference letters from three people who can describe the applicant’s background, interests, and research potential.

Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted electronically via Interfolio: apply.interfolio.com/73682. Candidates should create an account, complete the application form, and upload supporting materials.

Applications will be considered until the search is concluded. In order to assure full consideration, candidates must submit an online application and all supporting materials by March 15. After this date, review of applications will continue on a rolling basis until the search is concluded.

EEO/AA Statement

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Washington University is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to employing and advancing in employment all qualified persons regardless of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or genetic information.

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