Henry Roediger & James Wertsch

Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences and Department of Anthropology
Washington University in St. Louis

1.) Research Assistant

We are recruiting a full time Research Assistant with a start date in summer 2021. The position is to coordinate research on human memory, in particular collective memory. This topic represents a cross-disciplinary enterprise, and the project is supported by a grant from the James S. McDonnell Foundation. The successful candidate will help to coordinate research across multiple universities in various disciplines, as well as helping conduct research at Washington University. The Research Assistant will play an important role in helping to develop research protocols. The position is ideally suited for some who is looking to gain experience in research before applying to graduate school. 

The primary responsibilities will be the management of the various research components and communication with investigators at other universities. Responsibilities include helping to conduct research with the PIs, overseeing testing of participants, data processing and some statistical analyses, working with the PIs and postdoctoral fellow, overseeing undergraduate students, coordinating with researchers at other universities, and general administration of the grant. 

 Required qualifications:

  • BA/BS in Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology or a related field.
  • Previous research experience in social science research
  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred qualifications:

  • At least 1-year experience working in a research lab 
  • Excellent computer skills and a willingness to develop further skills
  • Courses in research methods and statistics
  • Programming skills would be a plus

This is a fixed-term appointment funded for at least one year from date of hire with an option for a second- and third-year renewal. To apply for this job please upload a CV, cover letter, and the names/contact information of 2 professional references. All inquiries about the position can be sent to Dr. Henry Roediger at roediger@wustl.edu  or Dr. James Wertsch jwertsch@wustl.edu  Washington University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

To apply, please follow this link:  https://jobs.wustl.edu/  and search for Research Technician I or Research Technician II, and apply for the appropriate one based on your experience.  Job postings 51021 and 51018.

 

2. ) Postdoctoral Fellowship in Collective Memory

 

We seek a postdoctoral fellow to work on projects of collective and cultural memory with Henry L. Roediger, III and James V. Wertsch at Washington University in St. Louis. This position is supported by a collaborative activity grant from the James S. McDonnell Foundation. The successful candidate should have a Ph.D. in Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, or a related discipline with expertise in both quantitative and qualitative research and a proven record of scholarly accomplishment. The grant is for both multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary research with researchers both at W.U. and at other universities. The successful candidate will help manage the grant, help to design the research, and will contribute to all aspects of the research process from coding to data collection, analysis, and eventual dissemination/publication. The fellowship is for 2-3 years, contingent on excellent performance during the first year.

 

Required qualifications:

  • D. in Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, or a related field
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Strong methodological and statistical skills
  • Ability to work well with others
  • Excellent organizational skills

 

Required application materials:

  • A cover letter describing your qualifications, experience and your reasons for interest in this position
  • Curriculum vita
  • Links to your publications
  • Three letters of reference

 

The review of applications will begin on May 1, and candidates will be considered until the position is filled.

For preliminary inquiries, please contact either Roediger (roediger@wustl.edu) or Wertsch (jwertsch@wustl.edu).

Please apply through   https://jobs.wustl.edu/   for position 51005.