Assistant Professor (Measurement Issues in Complex Data Structures) in the UCLA Department of Psychology
The UCLA Department of Psychology invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in measurement and psychometric issues related to complex data structures. Such structures include but are not limited to intensive longitudinal and/or spatial data that manifest through emerging methods such as body sensing (e.g., wearables, eye/behavior tracking), brain activity recording (e.g., fMRI, EEG, cellular neurophysiology/imaging), and ecological assessment (e.g., daily diary, experience sampling). Faculty in our Department are at the forefront of using and applying these cutting-edge data collection methods.
The Department of Psychology seeks a quantitative methodologist who specializes in the development of sophisticated measurement and data analytic methods for complex data structures like those described above. The ideal candidate’s methodological specialization will involve emerging methodologies at the intersection of time-series analysis, state-space analysis, dynamic models, big data methods such as machine and deep learning, and network analysis, among others. These frameworks assume that inputs are reliably measured and accurately represent the phenomena of interest. New modeling approaches must be developed for evaluating the validity, reliability, and comparability of measures arising from complex data structures. Preference will be given to individuals whose specialization connects to, but extends beyond established measurement theories, bringing innovative methodologies that augment the Department’s existing strengths in quantitative methods.
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in psychology, biostatistics/statistics, data science, or a related social science or behavioral science field (e.g., education) no later than one year after hire. Applicants should demonstrate a strong track record of or potential for productive and impactful research relative to their career stage, with a substantive focus on quantitative methodology. In addition to an outstanding record of research and potential for extramural research support, the successful candidate will demonstrate a history of, or the potential for, contributing to the teaching, mentoring, and service missions of the Department and University. The candidate should have a demonstrated interest in collaboration with researchers within and outside the Department of Psychology.
This search is sponsored by DataX, a campuswide initiative that advances research, scholarship, artistic creation, and education to strengthen UCLA’s robust, diverse, and cross-disciplinary community of data-centric scholars. The faculty member hired through this search will be an active participant in the DataX community, will gain access to the DataX research pipeline and, as inaugural core faculty of DataX, will help build inclusive research and educational initiatives across the UCLA campus. 100% of the faculty line will be housed in the Department of Psychology. Promotion, advancement, and review will follow the standard procedures for the Department.
We strongly encourage applications from women, individuals from racial and ethnic groups historically excluded in higher education, and individuals from groups who remain underrepresented, across national origin, physical ability, gender and sexual identity. UCLA offers a diverse campus community and is a leader in advancing strategies to diversify its faculty.
To ensure full consideration, the online application should be completed and submitted by January 12, 2025. Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three recommenders, three relevant publications, and three personal statements, each of no more than three pages. Letters of recommendation will be requested at a later date from applicants who progress to a later stage of review.
The salary range for this position is $78,200-$101,400. “Off-scale salaries”, i.e. a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.
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The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
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