The Outcomes and Measurement Science division in the Department of Medical Social Sciences at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine invites applications for a full-time non-tenure-eligible Team Scientist position at the rank of Assistant Professor. We seek a collaborative early career investigator, with expertise and experience in quantitative analysis and a strong record of scholarly publication, to contribute to our existing portfolio, including across the lifespan, settings (e.g., clinical care, research, global), content areas (e.g., dementia, development science, learning sciences, and rehabilitation medicine) and measurement modalities (e.g., patient-reported outcomes, performance measurement, digital and sensor-based measures). Responsibilities include conducting quantitative analyses and participating in and leading manuscript preparation.
Qualified candidates will have a Ph.D. or equivalent in psychology, educational psychology, or other allied fields in the quantitative social sciences, preferably with expertise in operational psychometrics (e.g., education testing/credential testing), computer adaptive tests, Bayesian testing approaches, item banking, item response theory, and multimodal measurement (e.g., wearables). The position will support instrument development, validation and implementation activities by conducting quantitative analyses, including item response calibration, latent variable modeling, growth modeling. Additionally, the position will support dissemination activities through the preparation of manuscripts and presentations. The candidate will work on a portfolio of grant-funded projects supporting most of their salary.
The start date is negotiable and the position will remain open until filled.
The expected base pay range for this position is $120,000-$135,000.
Northwestern University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree, training, and field or discipline; departmental budget availability; internal comparators; and external market pay for comparable jobs.
When applying, please upload a CV and cover letter describing your interest and alignment with the position.
Also upload this completed list of references form to suggest the names of individuals who could write letters of reference on your behalf.
BenefitsAt Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at Northwestern Benefits to learn more.
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