Vacancy #98-MIS-350T

Opens: July 13, 1998

Closes:

 

Title: Research Psychologist, AST, Human Performance Studies, GS-180-12/13

Note: This is a term position with an initial appointment of 2 years. May be extended for an additional 2 years without re-announcement

Entry Salary: GS-12: $49,167/yr - $63,922/yr

GS-13: $58,468/yr - $76,007/yr

Organization: Human Factors Research and Technology Division (IH)

Information Systems Directorate

Who May Apply: U.S. Citizen from all sources, Federal and non-Federal

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities: The incumbent develops and validates models of human visual perception of complex information displays, and applies the models to principles, guidelines, and tools for the design of human visual interfaces to information systems. Incumbent performs experimental, theoretical and computational studies on visual aspects of human interface design. Uses theory and models from basic vision science, attention, memory, cognition, and eye movements to guide research on human interfaces. Incumbent may also perform theoretical research in perceptual and cognitive modeling of perception of objects and scenes by humans and machines. Develops and applies computational methods based on biologically inspired processes for object and scene perception. Addresses the role of eye movements in scanning objects within scenes. Participates in applied research and development projects in which visual interface design or scene perception is an important factor, including visual displays for aeronautics, space, and virtual environments.

Projected Promotion Potential: GS-13

Applicants will be rated for all grades for which they qualify within the range announced. A candidate may be selected at any grade level for which he/she is qualified and certified. Any promotion after initial appointment is dependent upon the continuing need for higher level duties, performance, evaluation by appropriate OPM classification standards, and the absence of any Federal or Agency restrictions.

Specialized Qualifications Requirement: In addition to the general qualification requirements, creditable experience and education must demonstrate the ability to perform aerospace technology (AST) work in human performance studies.

Selective Placement Factor: Knowledge of vision science, visual interface analysis or scene perception research.

Ranking and Evaluation Factors:

More Important (MI) elements are considered key to successful performance of the job.

1. Knowledge of human vision and cognition. (MI) Question/Guide: Describe your experience with experimental methods and types of research assignments you have successfully accomplished (scope, complexity, and extent of validation processes) which illustrate your knowledge of both large-scale and small-scale experimental research related to human vision and cognition.

2. Knowledge of experimental, theoretical, and computational methodology. (MI) Question/Guide: Describe your experience with experimental methods and types of research assignments you have successfully accomplished (scope, complexity, and extent of validation processes) which illustrate your knowledge of experimental, theoretical, and computational methodology.

3. Skill in written and oral communication. Question/Guide: Describe specific occasions which illustrate your communication skills, including information about the subject, purpose, person or audience, and the position or function of persons with whom you were dealing. Describe your publications and public speaking experience.

4. Ability to work with others to build an effective, cohesive, and productive team. Question/Guide: Describe your experience as a team leader or member. What contributions did you make to the group? What actions did you take to motivate team members to work as a group? What techniques did you use to build an effective, cohesive, and productive team?