McGILL UNIVERSITY – Undergraduate and Graduate Student Research Assistant position in Learning Sciences, Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology
Applications are invited for a research assistant position for undergraduate students interested in learning and engagement in technology rich learning environments. We are looking for students who are interested in studying cognition, affect, assessment and education using technology. Please submit vita, statement of research interests, and three letters of reference to susanne [dot] lajoie [at] mcgill [dot] ca.
McGill University –Postdoctoral Fellow Position in Learning Sciences, Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology
McGill University invites applications for a 1-year Postdoctoral Fellow position in the Advanced Technologies for Learning in Authentic Settings Laboratory http://www.mcgill.ca/atlas-lab/. The postdoctoral fellow will assist with the management of research activities involving the design, development, evaluation, and implementation of technology-rich learning environments (TREs) across disciplines. The project involves an international research collaboration consisting of 17 researchers, and other partner organizations and stakeholders and is funded by Social Sciences and Humanities Research (SSHRC). The project involves an interdisciplinary team from the fields of learning sciences, educational psychology, computer science, medicine, history, and engineering. The candidate will be involved in building, modifying and testing technology rich learning environments, establishing student models and dynamic forms of assessments, adept with physiological data and affective sensing devices, coding, think-aloud protocols and log file analyses. The focus of the research is examining the relationship between learning and affect in specific contexts. The candidate will work with Dr. Susanne Lajoie to conduct research with members of an interdisciplinary team, contribute to scholarly writing, coordinate team meetings and help coordinate grant milestones and reporting.
Qualifications. A Ph.D in educational psychology, psychology, cognitive science, computer science or related fields. The candidate must have excellent interpersonal, writing and research skills (quantitative and qualitative methodologies), strong time management and organizational skills, the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines and work both independently and as a member of a research team. The candidate should have prior experience with and future goals for publishing research. Candidates with an interest in data mining and discourse processing are encouraged to apply.
McGill University regulations require that Postdoctoral Fellows be within five years of graduating with a Ph.D. or equivalent (including a recognized health professional degree plus a medical specialty) and engaged in research with and under the supervision of a member of McGill’s academic staff. Please refer to http://www.mcgill.ca/gps/postdocs/becoming/#elig and http://www.mcgill.ca/gps/postdocs/becoming/registration for additional requirements set by McGill University. The following link, http://www.mcgill.ca/gps/postdocs/international/ is relevant for international postdoctoral fellows since it describes procedures for attaining a work permit, and issues related to immigration and healthcare.
Target Start Date: March 1, 2013. Exact start date is negotiable
Salary: $40-45K annual salary
Submit vitae, statement of research interests and three letters of reference to Susanne [dot] lajoie [at] mcgill [dot] ca. Review of applicants begins January15, 2013 until the position is filled.
Iterested applicants are invited to direct inquiries to: susanne [dot] lajoie [at] mcgill [dot] ca, 514-398-3429.
Website Developer–Learning Environments Across Disciplines (LEADS) & Advanced Technologies for Learning in Authentic Settings (ATLAS)
LEADS and ATLAS invite applications for a Web Developer. The Web Developer will be responsible for the development, design, and management of Web applications and components for the LEADS research program, and perform tasks requiring experience in graphics, layout, scripting, and programming. This position is part-time and based in the ATLAS laboratory at the Faculty of Education, McGill University, Montreal, Canada.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
- Responsible for the development of Web applications, components and dynamic features including but not limited to:
- Public/private resource space
- User profiles
- Calendar
- Discussion forums
- Reporting templates
- Recruitment
- Call for applications
- Video streaming
- Responsible for the design and development of web pages, graphics, and multimedia interfaces
- Utilizes storyboarding and graphic pre-designs where appropriate
- Determines appropriate architecture, and other technical solutions, and make relevant recommendations to clients
- Operates effectively as a member of the research team for quick turn around and fixes
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Bachelors in Computer Science or a related field, or relevant experience
- Minimum 2 years of experience in developing websites and/or web applications
- Solid understanding of navigation and GUI for maximizing usability
- Experience in Dreamweaver, development of HTML, JavaScript, graphics creation with Photoshop, Illustrator (Adobe Creative Suite), multimedia creation with Flash, Java
Skills & Abilities:
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain concepts in clear, non-technical language
- Self-starter with strong self-management skills and also the ability to work in a team
- Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
- Strong creative abilities as well as technical, analytical and problem-solving skills
Application Process and Deadline:
Application may be forwarded to LEADS Project Manager, Ms. Nootan Kumar, via email at nootan [dot] kumar [at] mcgill [dot] ca with “Web Developer” in the subject line. Interested and qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references. Review of applicants will begin the week of January 14, 2013, until the position is filled. Exact start date, payment terms and hours are negotiable.