الصفحة الرئيسية قطر Postdoctoral Associate - Department of Communication - Margolin Lab

الصفحة الرئيسية قطر Postdoctoral Associate - Department of Communication - Margolin Lab

Postdoctoral Associate - Department of Communication - Margolin Lab

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Postdoctoral Associate - Department of Communication - Margolin LabAcademic Job DescriptionDepartment of CommunicationPostdoctoral AssociateThe College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) is a pioneer of purpose-driven science and Cornell University's second largest college. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges of our time through world-renowned research, education, and outreach.Position FunctionWe are looking for a Postdoctoral Associate to join our interdisciplinary, NSF-funded project on deterring objectionable speech online. The project is a joint collaboration between the Department of Communication, the Department of Information Science, and the Cornell Social Media Lab and is funded by the National Science Foundation. The full-time Postdoctoral Associate will participate in research on the effectiveness of real-world interventions to deter objectionable speech. Additionally, the Postdoctoral Associate will design field experiments that encourage users to take effective and pro-social action when they see speech, such as harassment, hate speech, or misinformation, that they find inappropriate or objectionable.We are especially interested in candidates with a track record of conducting experimental interventions and computational work in real-world social media contexts. Experience using generative AI in experiments is a plus, but not required. The Postdoctoral Associate will be expected to lead the design and the implementation of these experiments informed by both their own insights as well as the team's prior findings.This is a one-year full-time academic position with the opportunity for renewal for another 6-12 months. The appointment will begin as soon as a suitable candidate is identified, with flexibility to accommodate the candidate's needs.The Postdoctoral Associate will be part of an interdisciplinary project team of researchers and students in the Department of Communication and the Department of Information Science. The ideal candidate will be proactive, resourceful, highly engaged, and passionate about digital learning and social media literacy.The position will be based in the Department of Communication with access to desk space in the Department of Information Science. They will have access to state-of-the-art research facilities and a collaborative community of scholars interested in social behaviors and information and communication technologies.Anticipated Division of Time30% Design and development of randomized intervention experimentsDevelop intervention content to test for particular populations and online contexts.Design and help develop systems for interventions to encourage pro-social action in online contexts.30% Writing, publishing, and presenting research findingsAnalyze data and write research papers for publication.Present results of research at academic conferences.Facilitate workshops, webinars, talks, and other outreach promotional activities.10% Project managementHelp coordinate project members and tasks across different sites and universities.Help identify grant funding opportunities and assist in preparing grant proposals and reports for submission.RequirementsApplicants must have a Ph.D. in communication, information science, computer science, or related fields (e.g., psychology, human development, education, etc.), research experience in experimental design and the conduct of experiments that test real-world interventions required. A strong background in quantitative and qualitative research, including methods of analysis and statistics is required. Enthusiasm for, and ideally experience with, working in interdisciplinary teams with managerial responsibilities is desired.Supervision ExercisedSupervision of support staff, as well as graduate and undergraduate students involved in research.To apply:Please apply via Academic Jobs Online ( https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/27892 ). Qualified candidates should submit a 1) cover letter describing their research and interest in the position, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) names and contact information for three professional references, 4) two writing samples (e.g., published manuscript and/or dissertation chapter), and 5) statement supporting diverse communities. Applications will be reviewed as received, continuing until a suitable applicant is identified.The CALS hiring rate for this position is $61,008.Pay Range:$61,008.00 - $87,000.00Pay Ranges:Prior relevant work or industry experience.Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary).Employment Assistance:For general questions about the position or the application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or email mycareer@cornell.edu.If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell University's Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX.EEO Statement:Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University's heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic.

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