Statistical results of empirical studies in the behavioral and social sciences have repeatedly been shown to be reported in a suboptimal way. This PhD project seeks to understand why applied researchers interpret and report p-values, confidence and credible intervals, and Bayes factors the way they do, and what its consequences can be. The proposed methodology features both quantitative and qualitative elements.
Tasks of the PhD candidate
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The PhD position will be in the department of Psychometrics and Statistics. The supervisory team consists of Prof. D. van Ravenzwaaij, Prof. H.A.L. Kiers and Dr R. Hoekstra. For more information about the research in the department, see: https: // www. rug.nl/research/heymans- institute/research/psychometricsandstatistics/
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Intended starting date: flexible, but between 1 September 2024 and 1 December 2024
ApplicationYou can apply by submitting a letter of application and curriculum vitae until 27 June 11:59pm / before 28 June 2024 by means of the application form (click on "Apply" below on the advertisement on the university website). Only submissions via the application form will be considered.
The selection interviews will take place in early or mid July 2024.
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