Jared Novick is a Professor in the Department of Hearing and Speech Sciences, where he studies how people understand language as it unfolds in real time. His research examines the cognitive and neural systems that support this process, focusing in particular on how domain-general mechanisms like cognitive control and attention interact with language-specific operations. Using methodologies such as eye-tracking, EEG, and fMRI, Dr. Novick and his collaborators have shown that these systems contribute to resolving ambiguities in language—enabling listeners and readers to adjust their interpretations in the face of unexpected or conflicting information. This work has important implications for understanding communication challenges in clinical populations with executive function deficits, as well as for informing bilingual education practices. For example, recent findings suggest that code-switching can enhance attention and memory for linguistic input, challenging assumptions about its costs and pointing toward the prospect of more effective approaches to learning.

In addition to his research, Dr. Novick is actively involved in teaching, mentorship, and academic leadership. He teaches courses on psycholinguistics and scientific literacy, and works closely with students at all levels through classroom instruction and research advising. He also co-directs the department’s honors program and serves as Director of Undergraduate Studies, where he helps shape curriculum, support student development, and foster inclusive learning environments.

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Personal Website
http://hesp.umd.edu/facultyprofile/Novick/Jared

Degrees

  • PhD
    Cognitive Psychology, University of Pennsylvania

Intro to Psycholinguistics (HESP 300)

Seminar in Language Processing (HESP 818C)

The Research Behind Headlines on Words, Thought, and Behavior (HNUH 278A; HESP 214)

HESP Honors Professional Development Seminar (HESP 468)

Research Methods
Behavior
Neuroimaging
Research Interests
Cognitive Control
Language Processing
Psycholinguistics
Eye Movements
Individual Differences
  • Campus
  • Campus
    Service
    Co-Director of HESP Honors Program
  • Campus
    Service
    Director of Undergraduate Studies, HESP

Current Students

Former Students

  • Student Name
    Erika Hussey
    Current Position
    Cognitive Scientist, Army Research and Engineering, Tufts University
  • Student Name
    Susan Teubner-Rhodes
    Current Position
    Asst. Professor, Auburn University
  • Student Name
    Rachel Adler
    Current Position
    Data Scientist, Bloomberg
  • Student Name
    Zoe Ovans
    Current Position
    Post-doc, University of Pennsylvania
  • Student Name
    Zach Maher
    Current Position
    NSF SBE Post-doc, Penn State
  • Student Name
    Lauren (Ren) Salig
    Current Position
    Postdoc, University of Michigan
Jared Novick
Hearing and Speech Sciences, Lefrak 0125
Neuroscience and Cognitive Science
Email
jnovick1 [at] umd.edu