Postdoctoral Scholar in Quantitative Methods for Cognition and Emotion Research

The Center for Healthy Aging at Pennsylvania State University is recruiting two postdoctoral scholars to join a research team focused on quantitative methods for studying cognition and emotion. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in human development, psychology, cognitive science, or a related field by the start date or anticipate completion by then. One position will apply cognitive psychometric models to cultural differences in daily-life expressions of love using ecological momentary assessment data, supported by the John Templeton Foundation. The other will develop and apply computational cognitive models for projects funded by the National Institute on Aging. Both roles involve applying advanced methodological tools, conducting independent research, preparing manuscripts, and receiving mentorship in grant proposal writing. Primary advisor: Professor Zita Oravecz. Possible start date: March 2027.