Connectionists: Postdoc position in machine learning for education at Carleton College

[Anna Rafferty]

Opening: 1-year postdoctoral research and teaching position at Carleton
College.

This position is funded by an NSF Research on Education and Learning (REAL)
grant entitled "Diagnosing misconceptions about algebra using Bayesian
inverse reinforcement learning". The project is joint work between Anna
Rafferty at Carleton College and Tom Griffiths at University of California,
Berkeley. The position is primarily focused on research, with the
opportunity to gain teaching experience as well.

The research project focuses on using machine learning techniques to better
understand and support algebraic problem solving. The project is
interdisciplinary, with parts focused on computational modeling, machine
learning, and behavioral experiments. As part of this project, we have
developed a website for learners to practice algebra problem solving, and
this website is also used for data collection and testing of proposed
models. Responsibilities for the position may include processing traces of
learning behavior from the website; developing and testing ways of
sequencing problems to most effectively diagnose learner understanding and
promote learning; proposing improvements to the online learning
environment; and using machine learning and statistics to identify
important learner behaviors and their association with cognitive and
affective outcomes.

Candidates trained in cognitive science, computer science, cognitive
psychology, learning science, educational technology, artificial
intelligence, and other related fields are encouraged to apply; those who
expect to have completed a Ph.D. by Fall 2016 are welcome to apply.
Previous experience with computer programming (e.g., Java, Python, Matlab,
R, or other languages) is necessary. Prior experience working with
educational data and/or digital learning environments is desirable.

The appointment is for one year, and salary is commensurate with experience
and relevant research. The position is based in Northfield, Minnesota at
Carleton College and the successful candidate will be working with Anna
Rafferty in computer science. Carleton College is an undergraduate liberal
arts college. The position has teaching responsibilities of 1-2 10-week
classes total over the course of the year; exact number of classes is
negotiable.

To apply, please send a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three
references to Anna Rafferty via email (arafferty at carleton.edu). Application
review will be on a rolling basis, with priority to applications received
by May 1.

Best,
Anna Rafferty

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Anna N. Rafferty
Assistant Professor
Computer Science Department
Carleton College
https://sites.google.com/site/annanrafferty
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