Post-Doctoral Fellow: Co-design of Technology with Children

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Sesame Workshop is looking for a Post Doctoral Fellow - Co-design of Technology with Children. Applications are invited for a postdoctoral fellowship under the direction of Dr. Medha Tare at the Joan Ganz Cooney Center at Sesame Workshop. The Cooney Center is an independent research and innovation lab within Sesame Workshop that advances positive futures for kids in the digital world. We conduct research on emerging technologies and collaborate with technologists, digital media producers, and educators to put this research into action to support children’s learning and well-being.
The work will focus on the development of co-design research partnerships through the Cooney Center Sandbox initiative which supports the development of child-centered, evidence-based digital design. Fellows will support the Senior Director of Research in conducting co-design sessions with children in collaboration with industry and community-based partners and conducting research on learning and design.
Please Note: The position is a twelve-month appointment at 100% FTE for up to three years at $75,000, plus health insurance and other benefits, and funding for conference travel. Applicants with potential availability for three years are preferred. Hires must have their PhD conferred by their start date. This position is hybrid at the Sesame Workshop offices in New York City.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ph.D. in Psychology, Education, Human-Computer Interaction, Cognitive Development, or a related field.
• Collaborative design or community-based research experience is desirable
• Demonstrated experience and training in co-design with children, families, and educators
• Demonstrated experience and training in data collection and analysis, organizational skills, and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment on multiple tasks and projects, and to share their expertise with others.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/MINORITIES/FEMALES/VETERANS/INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES/SEXUAL ORIENTATION/GENDER IDENTITY

Flexible work from home options available

Please refer the Job description for details