Post Doctoral Scholar

The University of Central Florida invites applications for several two-year Postdoctoral Research Scholar positions in the Institute of Simulation and Training. The candidates will work on several NSF and NIH-funded projects focusing on metacognitive processes and self-regulated learning.

Requirements

• Ph.D. from an accredited educational institution
• Five years of graduate studies (Master's and Ph.D. degrees)
• Research experience in one or more areas (metacognition, self-regulated learning, serious games, simulations, immersive and virtual environments, multimodal multichannel data)
• Experience planning, coordinating, and conducting mixed-methods studies in real-world and in-person laboratory contexts
• Experience collecting and analyzing multimodal multichannel quantitatively and qualitatively
• Experience developing and adapting qualitative coding schemes based on dialogue and behaviors (from video, audio, eye movements, and log file data)
• Experience working with physiological sensors (e.g., skin conductance) and eye trackers
• Exceptional interdisciplinary research experience and practical skills
• Knowledge and skills in using advanced statistical methods (e.g., HLM, SEM, non-linear dynamical systems) and programming skills (e.g., R, Python, MATLAB)
• Data mining techniques for analyzing performance outcomes, self-report measures, and multimodal multichannel data (e.g., log files, eye tracking, physiological sensors, and audio and video streams)
• Excellent interpersonal, writing, and research skills, strong time management and organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines and work independently and as a team member

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan
• Health Insurance