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Professor in Psychology - University of Plymouth (UK)
Lecturer in Psychology - University of Plymouth (UK)
Assistant Professor, Psychology - Bemidji State University
Tenure Track Faculty Position in Learning Disabilities - The Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Israel
Assistant Professor, Seton Hall University
Open Rank (Assistant/Associate/Full) Professor, University of Maryland
Temple University - Chair, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders
Biological and Cognitive Psychology, Assistant Professor
Tenured Senior Faculty Position - Boston University
Cognitive Science Department Faculty - Johns Hopkins University
Faculty Positions- Department of Psychology, NYU ABU DHABI
Assistant Professor Position in Cognition and Perception at Hofstra University
Assistant Professor, Physiological/Biopsychology
Lecturer, Cognitive, Perception Psychology
Chair – Department of Psychology and Counseling, The University of Central Arkansas
Cognitive Neuroscientist, Open Rank, University of Rochester
Faculty Positions in Behavioral Neurosicence and Cognitive Neuroscience at Michigan State University
Faculty Position in Judgment and Decision-Making, University of California-Irvine
Department Head, Department of Psychology, University of Illinois at Chicago
Department Head, Kansas State University Department of Psychology
MIT Assistant Professor in Brain and Cognitive Sciences
Faculty Position at Purdue: Mathematical and Computational Cognitive Science
Assistant Professor at Idaho State University
Cognitive Science Tenure Track Assistant Professor postion, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

Professor in Psychology - University of Plymouth

Salary grade/ range: Senior Managers Scale

Hours per week/ weeks per year: 37.5

Fixed term/ permanent: Permanent

The School of Psychology is looking to make a senior professorial appointment to strengthen its current staffing. In RAE2008 the School was ranked in the top third of psychology departments in the UK, with 85% of its research activity judged to be of international standard. We are looking to build upon this success through the appointment of a world leading research professor.

We are looking to appoint a candidate who has an outstanding research track record as demonstrated through publication and income generation. The successful candidate will have an international reputation and be a world leader within their field. They will have a successful record of research income generation leading to 4* research outputs. We will consider applications from excellent candidates in any area of psychology. Currently the School has established expertise in several fields, with research organised around the recently recognised University Research Centre in Brain, Cognition and Behaviour. The centre encompasses research excellence in Thinking and Reasoning, Memory, Vision, Cognitive Neuroscience, Language Development, Social Psychology and Health and Well Being. Applicants would be expected to contribute to one of these research groups, or be involved in the creation of a new research grouping.

A competitive salary and start up package will be available to the successful candidate.

Informal enquiries may be made by email to Professor Simon Handley, Head of School at shandley@plymouth.ac.uk although applications must be made in accordance with the details shown below.

Closing date: 12midnight, 13th January

Shortlisting to be completed by: 27th January

Interview date: To be Confirmed

Contact for informal discussion:
Informal enquiries may be made by email to Professor Simon Handley, Head of School at shandley@plymouth.ac.uk or by telephone on 01752 584829

Lecturer in Psychology - University of Plymouth

Salary grade/ range: £36,862 - £44,016 - Grade 8

Hours per week/ weeks per year: 37.5

Fixed term/ permanent: Permanent

The School of Psychology is looking to make a permanent lectureship appointment to strengthen its current staffing. In RAE2008 the School was ranked in the top third of psychology departments in the UK, with 85% of its research activity judged to be of international standard. We are looking to build upon this success through the appointment of a lecturer with outstanding research potential.

We are looking to appoint candidates who have a strong research track record as demonstrated through publication and income generation. We will consider applications from excellent candidates in any area of psychology. Currently the School has established expertise in several fields, with research organised around the recently recognised University Research Centre in Brain, Cognition and Behaviour. The centre encompasses research excellence in Thinking and Reasoning, Memory, Vision, Cognitive Neuroscience, Language Development, Social Psychology, Health and Well Being and Human Factors. Applicants would be expected to contribute to one of these research groups, or be involved in the creation of a new research grouping.

Applicants should be qualified to PhD level or equivalent and have some experience of successfully developing and delivering excellent Psychology teaching at university level.

Informal enquiries may be made by email to Professor Simon Handley, Head of School at shandley@plymouth.ac.uk although applications must be made in accordance with the details shown below.

Closing date: 12midnight, 13th January

Shortlisting to be completed by: 27th January

Interview date: To be Confirmed

Contact for informal discussion:
Informal enquiries may be made by email to Professor Simon Handley, Head of School at shandley@plymouth.ac.uk or by telephone on 01752 584829

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, PSYCHOLOGY - Bemidji State University

The Psychology Department at Bemidji State University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level. The ideal candidate will have a background in Cognitive Psychology or a related field. Review of applications begins on February 15th, 2012. For more information about the position and application procedures, see: http://www.bemidjistate.edu/offices/human_resources/employment/faculty_administrator/

SALARY: Depends on Qualifications

OPENING DATE: 12/19/11

CLOSING DATE: 02/15/12 11:59 PM

APPOINTMENT DATE: 08/21/2012

JOB TYPE: Full-Time Probationary

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach a range of undergraduate courses, including courses in cognitive psychology, research methods, research labs and basic and advanced statistics.
• Supervision of undergraduate research and the mentoring of undergraduates in the field of psychology.
• A normal teaching load is 12 semester hours per term.
• Design and deliver online courses with Desire To Learn (D2L) software or willingness to obtain necessary skills for online course design and delivery.
• Contribute to a program of scholarship with the discipline, student advising, service to the University and community, program assessment, and other associated faculty duties.
• Participate in activities that support Bemidji State University's signature themes: environmental stewardship, civic engagement, global/multicultural understanding.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Earned doctorate from a regionally accredited university in cognitive psychology or other area of experimental psychology.
• Experience in teaching.
• Recent scholarship, committee work and the involvement of undergraduate students in research.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:

• The applicant should demonstrate a knowledge of and interest in diverse cultures and populations.
• Persons providing a reference should be advised of Minnesota's open record law which can make such information available to applicants upon request.
• Official transcript(s) must be provided to Human Resources upon hire.
• Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for Minnesota State University Administrative and Service Faculty which can be found at http://www.hr.mnscu.edu/contract plans/documents/IFO 09 11 Contract.pdf
• Applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States at the time of an offer of employment.
• In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, faculty and staff driving on college/university business, who use a rental or state vehicle, shall be required to complete a Vehicle Use Agreement form and conform to MnSCU's vehicle use criteria and consent to a motor vehicle records check.
• BSU and NTC are tobacco free workplaces (see policy).

A complete application will include the following:

• Cover Letter which addresses the qualifications.
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae.
• Three (3) Letters of Reference.
• Unofficial Transcript(s) undergraduate and graduate.
• Any additional documents as requested.

Questions: Dr. Richard Hook, Chair, Department of Psychology, 218-755-2870 or rhook@bemidjistate.edu

UNIVERSITY/COMMUNITY:

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Bemidji State University, a lakeside campus in northern Minnesota, engages in new worlds of thought, embraces responsible citizenship, and educates for a future that can only be imagined. Bemidji State University is a catalyst for shaping the potential of those it serves, who, in turn, shape the worlds in which they live and work. The greater Bemidji population numbers 25,000 and serves as a regional commerce and health center. We welcome 5,000 students annually. Offerings include undergraduate majors and graduate programs encompassing the liberal arts and selected professional programs. Bemidji State University is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System (MnSCU) http://www.mnscu.edu. To learn more about our distinctive University, see our web site at: http://www.bemidjistate.edu

Bemidji State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: http://www.bemidjistate.edu/offices/human_resources/

Job #2011-00062 ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF PSYCHOLOGY DC

OUR OFFICE IS LOCATED AT:
Bemidji State University
1500 Birchmont Drive NE, Box 1
Deputy 350
Bemidji, MN 56601-2699
218-755-3966

Tenure Track Faculty Position in Learning Disabilities - The Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Israel

The School of Education at the Hebrew University invites applications for a full-time, tenure track faculty Position in learning Disabilities, open from October 2012. Candidates should have a doctoral degree in Learning Disabilities or related fields, and an active research program investigating the fields of (1) Mathmetical Cognition and Dyscalculia or (2) Attention and Attention Disorders. Applications, including a statement of purpose and a CV, should be sent to The Secretariat of the School of Education, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Mount Scopus, Jerusalem 91905, Israel. (Directions for preparation of candidates' CV can be found in the web site: www.education.huji.ac.il/page/edu.) In addition, three letters of recommendation should be sent To Prof. Jonathan Cohen, Director of the School of Education, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Mount Scopus, Jerusalem, 91905, Israel. Applications should be submitted until the 31st of January, 2012 (Activation of the position contingent upon budgetary approval).

Assistant Professor, Seton Hall University

Pending final approval, the Department of Psychology at Seton Hall University anticipates a tenure-track position in Developmental Psychology beginning September, 2012. Applicants who conduct cross-cultural, adolescent, adult, or aging research are particularly encouraged to apply. Teaching load is 9 credits per semester. Teaching assignments may include courses related to developmental psychology, required courses (e.g., Introduction to Psychology, undergraduate and graduate Statistics), and University Core courses. Research responsibilities include maintaining an active research program, and mentoring undergraduate and Experimental Psychology M.S. students. Review of applications begins January 17, 2012 and continues until the position is filled. Send vita, statements of teaching and research interests, and three reference letters to: Dr. Susan A. Nolan, Chair, Department of Psychology, Seton Hall University, South Orange, NJ 07079. E-mail: susan.nolan@shu.edu. Seton Hall University is a Catholic diocesan university and an EO/AA Employer.

OPEN RANK (ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE/FULL) PROFESSOR, UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, COLLEGE PARK

The Department of Hearing and Speech Sciences (CAA-accredited) invites applicants for a tenured/tenure-track position in Language Sciences or Disorders, beginning August 2012. Qualifications for the faculty position include an earned doctorate in speech-language pathology, language sciences, or related neuroscience or cognitive science areas. All relevant areas of expertise will be considered. Applicants should demonstrate a publication record, teaching experience, and history of external funding commensurate with level of appointment. CCC and/or a research focus on language disorders is strongly preferred. Responsibilities include establishing an independent research program, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, mentoring graduate students, and participating in departmental and university activities. Colleagues who would be interested in furthering research ties with interdisciplinary initiatives on campus (such as the Neuroscience and Cognitive Science Program, Language Sciences at Maryland, and/or the Maryland Neuroimaging Center), or who will strengthen connections with other departments on campus (such as human development, special education, linguistics, or psychology), are strongly encouraged to apply. Salary is negotiable, depending upon qualifications and experience. The department offers highly-ranked programs leading to BA, MA, AudD and PhD degrees, and is a key contributor to the largest language science community in North America (webpage: http://www.bsos.umd.edu/hesp). The College Park campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metropolitan area in close proximity to numerous world-renowned medical institutions and research facilities including the NIH, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Johns Hopkins University, and the University of Maryland School of Medicine. We will begin reviewing applications on January 25, 2012, but expect this to be an ongoing process, and thus would encourage applications that arrive after this date. Please complete the online application at https://jobs.umd.edu(job position # 104604). Required application materialsinclude a letter of application, curriculum vita, statements of research and teaching interests, 2 or 3 selected articles (uploaded as supplemental documents), and names and email address of three references who may be asked for letters of recommendation. For questions about the position, please contact Dr. Rochelle Newman (301-405-4226; rnewman1@umd.edu).

Temple University - Chair, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders

Temple University's Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, which is one of the most respected in the country and ranked among the Top 40 graduate programs, invites applications and nominations for the position of Chair of the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders.

The Department has 16 full-time faculty members, 11 adjunct professors and grants Bachelor's degrees in Speech-Language-Hearing and Linguistics, a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and a Ph.D. in Communication Sciences and Disorders. There is a Speech, Language and Hearing Center on Temple's Main Campus, and four established research programs which include two housed in the Eleanor M. Saffran Center for Cognitive Neuroscience.

The Chair will build upon the Department's success by maintaining and enhancing outstanding academic and clinical programs, supporting the commitment of clinical and educational services to the community, expanding the Ph.D. program and leading the Department to new levels of excellence in achieving its research, scholarship and academic goals. This individual will provide leadership and vision to the faculty and staff, manage the strategic planning process and bring an entrepreneurial spirit to the Department.

Applicants must possess a track record of leadership, experience with grant writing and securing external funding, strong interpersonal skills and commitment to creating a collaborative work environment. The ideal candidate will have an established program of research. Areas of expertise may include language and literacy development in bilingual children, voice disorders, motor speech disorders, autism, phonological development, aphasia and related disorders, pediatric and adult neuropsychology and psycho-linguistics.

Ph.D. required from fields related to Communication Sciences & Disorders such as: Speech-Language Pathology, Linguistics, Psychology – Cognitive Sciences, Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Biomedical Engineering or Neurology; a record of scholarship; and experience with university administration.

A full position specification is available upon request.

Please submit a curriculum vitae, letter of interest addressing qualifications and commitment to the Department's mission as well as management and leadership philosophy, and a list of references to:
Joy Yablonsky, Principal
Armington Recruiting LLC
2020 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Email: jyablonsky@armingtonrecruiting.com

Temple University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, dedicated to excellence through diversity.

Biological and Cognitive Psychology, Assistant Professor

The Psychology Department at Minnesota State University, Mankato invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level in Biological and Cognitive and Psychology. Duties include teaching, research, and service with primary assignment to the undergraduate psychology major and affiliation with the interdisciplinary Cognitive Neuroscience major. Must have an earned Ph.D. in Psychology or closely related field. ABD considered but degree must be earned by May 13, 2013. Review of applications begins on January 13, 2012; position begins on August 20, 2012. For complete position description (including other qualifications) and application procedure, see: http://agency/governmentjobs.com/mankato/ or call (507) 389-5828. AA/EOE and a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System.

SALARY: Depends on Qualifications

OPENING DATE: 11/30/11

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin January 13, 2012 and continue until on-campus interviews are scheduled.

POSITION: Probationary; Nine Month Appointment*

DATE OF APPOINTMENT: August 20, 2012

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach courses in undergraduate psychology program. Teaching responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
• Biopsychology
• Sensation and Perception Drugs and Behavior Introduction to Psychology Cognition
• The Human Mind
• Statistics
• Research Methods
• Contribute to the Biological and Cognitive core areas as well as serve the interdisciplinary Cognitive Science major on campus.
• Advise undergraduate psychology majors.
• Service to the university and community.
• Research productivity and mentoring undergraduate students in research.
• Continuing preparation in area of specialization.

• Demonstrated potential for strong university teaching. Demonstrated success or potential for strong research productivity.
• Demonstrated interest in teaching courses related to biopsychology, cognitive psychology, sensation and perception, and statistics.
• Potential to secure external funding for research.
• Preference for at least 2 years of successful university teaching.
• Willingness to support the professional development of undergraduate students through advising and research mentoring.
• Preference will be given to candidates able to utilize existing psychology department equipment for research.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.

• Cover Letter
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for three (3) references
• Unofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degree

Tenured Senior Faculty Position - Boston University

Boston University College of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College Department of Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences

The Department of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences at Boston University College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College invites applications for the position of Senior Faculty at the level of Associate/Full Professor beginning Fall 2012.

Candidates should have demonstrated a strong research background and a successful record of obtaining external support for research and training/mentoring activities. Areas of research expertise are open, but we encourage candidates with a clear interest in interdisciplinary research collaboration. Qualifications include: (a) earned doctorate with a specialty in one of the communication sciences or disorders areas, (b) experience in teaching, research and mentoring, and (c) clinical certification is preferred, but not required. The Department has a rotating Chair model with a limited appointment as Chair, and all senior faculty will be eligible to serve in this administrative opportunity as appropriate to their overall career development. This is a full-time, tenured position with a 9-month appointment; academic year requirements include teaching, research and service. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and level of experience.

The Department of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences is housed at Boston University, College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College and offers undergraduate, master's and doctoral programs. The College consists of four nationally ranked graduate programs in health and rehabilitation sciences and is among the national leaders in funded research. The environment is highly collaborative with several faculty who have intersecting research interests that span speech and hearing, psychology, linguistics, swallowing and neuroscience. There is an on-site speech pathology and audiology clinic and affiliated clinics at the Boston University Medical Campus. In addition, the Boston area includes many highly regarded medical and educational institutions and offers numerous opportunities for collaborative and interdisciplinary activities.

For more information about Sargent College and our programs, visit our home page at http://www.bu.edu/Sargent.

Applications should include a letter of interest explaining the applicant's background and qualifications, curriculum vitae, and three current letters of recommendation. For more information about the department and Boston University, please contact Joseph Perkell, Chair of the Search Committee at perkell@bu.edu or 617-353-3252. Applications received before January 15, 2012 will receive full consideration. Applications may be held in confidence at the applicant's request until/unless an invitation for an interview is extended. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Application packets should be directed to:

Cognitive Science Department Faculty - Johns Hopkins University

The Department of Cognitive Science in the Krieger School of Arts and Sciences and the School of Education at Johns Hopkins University seek a faculty candidate, at any level, with an exceptional record of conducting and directing research in the broad area of the Science of Learning. The appointment will be joint between these two units, with the expectation of responsibilities in both, but will have tenure-track and/or tenured status within the Cognitive Science Department. Research approaches and content areas that are of particular interest include plasticity, learning, and development in the areas of language, visual or speech perception or spatial representation. The ideal candidate should carry out research that makes substantive contact with theory, uses experimental, developmental, neuroscience and/or computational approaches, and has implications for application within the broad field of learning. Candidates should be strongly interdisciplinary, prepared to carry out effective teaching, student supervision, and collaboration in a formally-oriented, highly interdisciplinary Cognitive Science department, and eager to take advantage of collaborations with the School of Education and its connection to diverse student populations in area public and private schools. Candidates should be capable of making significant contributions to a new research initiative in the Science of Learning involving the Cognitive Science Department, the School of Education, and other units; further faculty growth in this area is anticipated. The Cognitive Science Department and the School of Education have a strong commitment to achieving diversity among faculty and staff. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from members of underrepresented groups and strongly encourage women and persons of color to apply for this position. Applications are due by January 15, 2012.

Johns Hopkins University actively encourages interest from minorities and women.

Please send cover letter, CV, research statement, and three letters of recommendation. Please send electronic submissions only. Submit to: search@cogsci.jhu.edu

The Johns Hopkins University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer, Minorities, women, Vietnam-era veterans, disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

FACULTY POSITIONS - Department of Psychology, NYU ABU DHABI

New York University Abu Dhabi is currently inviting applications for faculty positions in Psychology, with specialization in Developmental Psychology. We are especially interested in applicants whose research bridges to areas of cognition, social psychology, and/or language. We encourage applications from senior-level candidates, although applications will be considered for all levels of appointment (assistant, associate, or full professor).

New York University (NYU) has established itself as a Global Network University, a multisite, organically connected network encompassing key global cities and idea capitals. The network has three foundational, degree-granting campuses: New York, Abu Dhabi and Shanghai, complemented by a network of over fifteen research and study-away sites across five continents. Faculty and students will circulate within this global network in pursuit of common research interests, the promotion of cross-cultural understanding and solutions for problems, both local and global.

Entering its second year, NYU Abu Dhabi has already recruited a cohort of faculty who are at once distinguished in their research and teaching. Our first two classes of students are drawn from around the world and surpass all traditional recruitment benchmarks, both US and global. NYU Abu Dhabi's highly selective liberal arts enterprise is complemented by an institute for advanced research, sponsoring cutting-edge projects across the arts, humanities, social sciences, natural sciences and engineering.

The terms of employment are competitive and include housing and educational subsidies for children. Faculty may also spend time at NYU New York and other sites of the global network, engaging in both research and teaching opportunities. The appointment might begin as soon as September 1, 2012, or could be delayed until September 1, 2013.

Applications are due by January 1, 2012; applications received later will be reviewed until the positions are filled. We will consider senior candidates on a rolling basis. Candidates should submit a curriculum vitae, statements of research and teaching interests, no more than three representative publications and three letters of reference in PDF format to be considered. Please visit our website at http://nyuad.nyu.edu/human.resources/open.positions.html for instructions and other information on how to apply. If you have questions, please e-mail nyuad.science@nyu.edu.

NYU Abu Dhabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Assistant Professor Position in Cognition and Perception at Hofstra University

Hofstra University is offering an anticipated tenure-track position in the Department of Psychology, to begin in the Fall semester of 2012. Applicants should have a research focus in one or more of the following areas: sensation and perception, human factors psychology, judgment and decision-making. Preference will be given to those who are proficient in the methods of neuroscience. Research collaborations with the new Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine will be encouraged, with possible shared access available to a GE 3-T MRI equipped for functional imaging for a candidate technically competent in its use. A technically qualified candidate may also have shared access to an Eyelink 1000 eye-tracker.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach 18 hours a year (2 to 3 courses a semester) primarily in an undergraduate program whose basic mission is to train students in the scientific foundations of psychology. He or she will be asked to teach a subset of the following undergraduate courses: Sensation and Perception, Cognition, Research Methods, Statistics, Behavioral Neuroscience, and Advanced Research Methods in Cognition or Biopsychology. Psychology faculty also often teach undergraduate courses in the Hofstra Honors College or First Year Connections programs, which offer small classes to promote student retention and instructional innovation.

Opportunities may occasionally arise to teach graduate courses within the candidate's field of interest. Hofstra's Psychology Department also administers the following programs: a Ph.D. Program in Clinical Psychology, a PsyD. Program in School-Community Psychology, and a Ph.D. Program in Applied Organizational Psychology. Please forward statements of research and teaching interests, evidence of teaching competence, sample publications, and 3 letters of recommendation to Dr. Charles F. Levinthal, Chair, Department of Psychology, 135 Hofstra University, Hempstead NY 11549 by January 6, 2012. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but a decision concerning initial interviews is anticipated by February 2012. Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, PHYSIOLOGICAL/BIOPSYCHOLOGY

The Department of Psychology at University of North Carolina, Charlotte (http://www.psych.uncc.edu) invites applications for a tenure track position to begin August 2012. While the area of research is open to biopsychology, broadly construed, areas of particular interest include psychophysiology, or cognitive/affective neuroscience. Required qualifications: Ph.D. degree in Psychology or a related field; potential for distinguished research productivity that has the potential to contribute effectively to our Ph.D. program in Health Psychology and our graduate certificate program in Cognitive Science.; interest in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels; and the motivation tofoster diversity in teaching and research. Desired qualifications include: a track record of publications and obtaining external funding for research; and experience teaching courses at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels. The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is a doctoral, research intensive university located in one of the nation's fastest growing metropolitan areas on an expanding modern campus. It is part of one of the oldest public university systems in the United States. UNC Charlotte offers over 25,000 culturally diverse students a widerange of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Applications must be submitted electronically at https://jobs.uncc.edu . Please attach the following documents with your electronic application: (1) letter of interest in the position explaining how the candidate meets the requirements, (2) statement of research/teaching interests, (3) curriculum vitae, (4) three representative publications, (5) evidence of teaching effectiveness (if available), (6) three letters of recommendation, and (7) copy of graduate transcripts. Alternatively, letters of recommendation may be sent directly by mail or email to Dr. Paula Goolkasian (pagoolka@uncc.edu), Chair Search Committee, Department of Psychology, UNC Charlotte, 9201 University City Blvd., Charlotte, NC, 28223-0001. Women, members of minority groups, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Review of applications will begin January 9th, 2012 and continue until the position is filled. AA/EOE. Finalists subject to criminal background check.

Lecturer, COGNITIVE, PERCEPTION PSYCHOLOGY

The Department of Psychology at the University of Toronto invites applications for a teaching stream position at the rank of Lecturer, effective on July 1, 2012 or shortly thereafter. 

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology with an emphasis in either Cognitive Psychology or Psychology of Perception and possess a record of excellence in teaching and teaching-related scholarly activities. Ideally candidates will also have a strong quantitative background.

1. Interested applicants may contact Professor Gillian Einstein, Search Committee Chair at gillian.einstein@utoronto.ca for additional information.  Appointments at the rank of Lecturer may be renewed annually to a maximum of five years.  In the fifth year of service, Lecturers shall be reviewed and a recommendation made with respect to promotion to the rank of Senior Lecturer.  Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Qualified candidates can apply online by visiting www.jobs.utoronto.ca/faculty and searching for Job Number 1101087.  Applicants should submit a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, and a teaching portfolio (including a statement of teaching philosophy, sample course syllabi related to the teaching of Cognition and/or Perception), and teaching evaluations.  Applicants should arrange to have three confidential letters of recommendation sent on their behalf directly to:  Chair Search Committee, Department of Psychology, Room 4020, Sidney Smith Hall, 100 St. George Street, Toronto Ontario, M5S 3G3; fax (416) 978-4811; or e-mail chair@psych.utoronto.ca.  We will begin reviewing applications on January 15, 2012 and continue until the position is filled. 

For more information about the Department for the Psychology, please visit www.psych.utoronto.ca.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Chair – Department of Psychology and Counseling, The University of Central Arkansas

Associate Professor/Professor
College of Health and Behavioral Sciences

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with qualifications.

Position Availability: July 1, 2012, unless otherwise negotiated. Twelve month, tenure-eligible position.

Qualifications: Earned doctorate in Psychology and eligibility for rank of associate professor or professor. Prior administrative experience is preferred. The successful applicant will also present evidence of:

• exceptional skills in communication, interpersonal relations, and personnel management;
• ability to work with university and off-campus constituencies;
• long-range planning skills and a visionary perspective of Psychology and related fields;
  
• effectiveness in teaching, scholarship, and grantsmanship;
• competence in financial management and fund-raising;
• regional or national prominence as a leader in the profession.

Responsibilities: The chair reports to the Dean of the College of Health and Behavioral Sciences and has overall responsibilities for the Department with 20 full-time and several adjunct faculty. The Department administers both undergraduate and nationally-accredited masters and doctoral programs in School Psychology and Counseling Psychology. Approximately 340 students are enrolled at the undergraduate level and 96 students at the graduate level. More information about the department can be found at: http://www.uca.edu/psychology. The chair will: 1) provide effective leadership in areas related to personnel, budget and program development; 2) encourage excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service; 3) manage the various facilities and staff of the Department.

The University: UCA is a comprehensive regional university with 12,000 students and high academic standards. The campus is noted for its beauty and is conveniently located in Conway, a rapidly-growing city of 60,000, thirty minutes from Little Rock, and home of two private colleges, a public school system ranked among the state's best, and several excellent private K-12 schools. Real estate is moderately priced and taxes are low.

Application: Submit letter of application, vita, names and addresses of three references via e-mail to search committee chair:

Dr. Nancy Reese, Search Committee Chair, PsychologySearch@uca.edu

Review of applications will begin February 1, 2012, and continue until the position is filled.

UCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Cognitive Neuroscientist, Open Rank, University of Rochester

The Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences at the University of Rochester is seeking to hire a tenure-track or tenured faculty member in the area of cognitive neuroscience. We are primarily interested in candidates who use fMRI and other MRI techniques to study basic processes in one of the focal areas of research in the department: natural language processing, developmental plasticity and learning, or visual perception and visual control of action. However, fMRI research expertise in any area of cognitive science will be considered. A key resource available to the successful candidate is the Rochester Center for Brain Imaging which houses a research-dedicated Siemens Trio 3T scanner upgraded in 2009 (http://www.rcbi.rochester.edu). Applicants should submit a CV, a brief statement of research and teaching interests, and contact information for three referees via the following website: http://www.rochester.edu/fort/bcs. Questions concerning this position can be addressed to Dr. Richard Aslin, chair of the search committee [email: aslin@cvs.rochester.edu ]. Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2011. However, applications will be accepted up to December 16, 2011. The University of Rochester is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong commitment to diversity and actively encourages applications from candidates from groups underrepresented in higher education.

Faculty Positions in Behavioral Neurosicence and Cognitive Neuroscience at Michigan State University

The Department of Psychology and the interdisciplinary Neuroscience Program at Michigan State University invite applications for two tenure-track academic year (nine-month) positions, one in behavioral neuroscience and the other in cognitive neuroscience, beginning August 2012. We anticipate hiring at the Assistant Professor level, although candidates of higher rank will also be considered. These positions are part of an expansion of the Neuroscience Program that includes three additional and complementary positions in other departments. All applicants must have a Ph.D. in psychology, neuroscience, or related field at the time of appointment. Successful applicants will be expected to establish a productive and extramurally-funded research program and to contribute to the teaching and service missions of the Department of Psychology and the Neuroscience Program. Outstanding candidates in any area of behavioral or cognitive neuroscience are encouraged to apply. Use of multiple research methodologies and/or strong quantitative expertise is desirable but not required. Applicants must complete an online application at https://jobs.msu.edu/ (#5290 for the behavioral neuroscience position and #5291 for the cognitive neuroscience position). Applications should include a curriculum vita, statements of research and teaching interests, and selected reprints. Please also arrange for three letters of recommendation to be emailed to kasel@msu.edu (Attn: Neuroscience Search). Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2011, and will continue until suitable candidates are identified. MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce and inclusive culture that encourages all people to reach their full potential. The University actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities. Inquiries for the behavioral neuroscience position should be directed to Dr. Sharleen Sakai (sakai@msu.edu) and for the cognitive neuroscience position should be directed to Dr. Devin McAuley (dmcauley@msu.edu ).

Faculty Position in Judgment and Decision-Making, University of California-Irvine

Subject to budgetary authorization, the Department of Cognitive Sciences at the University of California has available a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level. Of particular interest are researchers who apply experimental and computational approaches to Decision-Making and Judgment research. Current departmental research themes include: (i) cognitive modeling, (ii) vision, hearing, attention and action, (iii) language and development, and (iv) cognitive neuroscience.

The online application should include:

• A cover letter indicating primary research interests
• CV
• 3 recent publications
• 3-5 letters of recommendation

Candidates should apply online at: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/apply#SOCSCI.

Review of applications will commence on December 1, 2011.

Inquiries about the application process or position should be sent to: cogsci@uci.edu.

The University of California, Irvine is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity.

Department Head, Department of Psychology, University of Illinois at Chicago

The Department of Psychology in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) invites applications and nominations for the position of Head. The Head is the chief administrative ocer of the Department with responsibility for instructional programs and for administrative, budgetary, promotion, and recruitment matters.

UIC's Department of Psychology is in the midst of an exciting period of growth. We seek an innovative and energetic Head to guide the Department to prominence among the top Psychology programs and to provide leadership and vision for its continued excellence in research, teaching, and service. The department is rated in the top 50 in the country in research productivity. There are over 30 faculty members who lead high-prole and externally well-funded research in Behavioral Neuroscience, Clinical Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Community and Prevention Research, and Social and Personality Psychology. The Psychology Department has played a central role in launching interdisciplinary units including the Learning Sciences Research Institute, the Institute for Health Research and Policy, the Laboratory for Integrative Neuroscience, and the Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learning. Psychology faculty currently direct these units, and many department members are active participants. The Department has approximately 1500 undergraduate majors, and 100 Ph.D. students (http://www.psch.uic.edu). UIC is a leading urban public research I university with 17,000 undergraduates, 8,000 graduate students, and 2,500 professional students. Its vibrant campus is located in the heart of Chicago.

Minimum Education and Work Experience:
The position requires an earned doctorate in Psychology or related disciplines and a distinguished scholarship record commensurate with the rank of tenured full professor. The successful candidate should have an outstanding record of achievement in research and teaching, a strong track record of external funding, and demonstrable administrative skills and experience. We seek a colleague who will work collaboratively with key units within LAS, the UIC community and the Chicago metro area to enhance the mission of the Department, College, and University.

Documents Required to Apply for this Position:
To apply for this position, please complete and submit an online application, which will include the names and emails for 4 references and the following attachments: letter of application outlining applicant's qualications relevant for this position and full curriculum vitae. Applicants must apply no later than January 22, 2012 online at: https://jobs.uic.edu/default.cfm?page=job&jobID=13356

Inquiries should be directed to Henrik Aratyn, Associate Dean, (psychheadsearch@las.uic.edu). The desired appointment date is August 16, 2012. Salary is competitive based on qualications. Applications from women and minorities are particularly encouraged. The University of Illinois is an Armative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Jennifer Wiley
University of Illinois at Chicago
1007 W Harrison St MC 285
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Chicago IL 60607
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Department Head, Kansas State University Department of Psychology

The Department of Psychology at Kansas State University seeks an outstanding individual to head the department. The successful applicant is expected to have a Ph.D. degree in Psychology, a history of high-quality teaching, a national/international reputation for scholarship and leadership in any of the substantive sub-fields in psychology, and a strong track record of securing extramural funding.

The ideal candidate will provide strong leadership in the implementation of a strategic vision that will position the department as a leader in the College of Arts and Sciences, the university and the discipline of psychology. This includes the potential opportunity for several faculty hires in the near future, to further develop the external funding base of the department, to foster excellence in teaching, research, and professional activities, and to further advance diversity in all aspects of departmental activities. Other desirable qualifications include excellent interpersonal skills, administrative and leadership experience, and the ability to relate to people of diverse backgrounds. The successful candidate should have credentials for appointment at the advanced associate or full professor rank. Start-up funds will be provided, and salary will be commensurate with qualifications.

The Department Head serves as chief administrative officer of the department and is appointed by the Dean of Arts and Sciences. The Head, with the aid of appropriate departmental committees, is responsible for recommendations for appointments, promotions, contract renewals, tenure, salary increases, and dismissals. The Head also manages the departmental budget and teaching assignments, and is the direct liaison between the department and the university administration.

Candidates should send, via e-mail, a cover letter describing their interests, qualifications, and administrative experience; a statement of philosophy as head and educator; a statement of research interests, a detailed curriculum vita; and the names and contact information for up to five professional references. Please send application materials to Dr. Brian Spooner, College of Arts and Sciences at solt@ksu.edu . Review of applications will begin December 1, 2011 and continue until the position is filled.

The Department of Psychology, which is part of the College of Arts and Sciences, has 15 full-time faculty members who are both vigorously active researchers and also serve more than 525 undergraduate majors, with a strong tradition of involving undergraduates in research. The Department has an extensive PhD program consisting of four major areas of concentration: Industrial/Organizational, Social/Personality, Cognitive, and Animal Learning/Behavioral Neuroscience. There are also overarching emphases in Health Psychology and Applied Cognitive Science. In addition, the department has a predominantly distance Master of Science in Industrial and Organizational Psychology (MIOP) program that is intended as a terminal degree. Additional details about the department are available at: http://www.k-state.edu/psych.

Kansas State University is a Land Grant University, is designated a Carnegie Doctoral/Research-Intensive Institution, and has been ranked among the top state and private institutions of higher education in Rhodes, Marshall, Truman, Goldwater, and Udall scholars since 1986. Current enrollment is over 23,000 students. K-State has been selected as the future home of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF); this $650 million research facility will provide research infrastructure to protect the country's food supply and agriculture economy.

Kansas State University is located in Manhattan, a progressive university community with a metropolitan population of over 110,000, which is located in the scenic Flint Hills of Northeast Kansas (see www.manhattan.org). The community offers a friendly and safe environment. It also features excellent housing, outstanding schools, excellent parks and recreation facilities, a wide variety of shopping and dining establishments, and short commute times.

In accordance with Kansas Board of Regents policy, a successful pre-employment criminal background check is required for the final candidate. Kansas State University is an Affirmative Action, equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

MIT Assistant Professor in Brain and Cognitive Sciences

Job Details:
Company Name: MIT Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences
Position Title: Assistant Professor in Brain and Cognitive Sciences
Location(s): Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States, 02139

MIT's Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences anticipates making a tenure track faculty appointment at the Assistant Professor level in cognitive science and cognitive neuroscience or computational cognition and neuroscience.

We seek to hire a candidate whose research focuses on either 1) any area of cognitive science and/or human cognitive neuroscience, or 2) computational cognition or neuroscience - broadly on computational studies of intelligence. In addition to conducting research, faculty members at MIT teach undergraduate and graduate courses and supervise graduate and undergraduate participation in research. Ph.D. must be completed by start date of employment.

Submit application materials (cover letter, CV, research statement, statement of teaching interests, publication list, and three reference letters) online at: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/890. Please note in cover letter if application is for cognitive or computational area.

Deadline for submitting applications is December 2, 2011.

MIT is an affirmative action employer and we encourage applications from women and underrepresented minorities.

Faculty Position at Purdue: Mathematical and Computational Cognitive Science

The Department of Psychological Sciences at Purdue University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Mathematical and Computational Cognitive Science at the Assistant Professor level beginning in the Fall of 2012. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in psychology or another relevant field of research, a strong publication history, a research program with high likelihood of external funding, and a potential for teaching and mentoring excellence. Responsibilities will include maintaining a productive research program, directing graduate student research, and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses. Specific research interests are open, but we are particularly interested in individuals who have both the potential for scholarly contributions within Mathematical and Computational Cognitive Science and research interests in other areas of psychology or beyond psychology. We especially welcome candidates whose research interests overlap with those in one or more other areas of our department (Behavioral Neuroscience, Clinical Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Learning and Memory, and Social Psychology). A background check will be required for employment in this position. Application review will begin November 14, 2011, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please send a vita and up to 4 papers via email in pdf format to mccssearch@purdue.edu. In addition, arrange to have at least 3 letters of reference forwarded to the same email address. Questions regarding the position may be sent to Dr. Zygmunt Pizlo, Chair, Mathematical and Computational Cognitive Science Search Committee (pizlo@psych.purdue.edu). Purdue University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action Employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce.

Assistant Professor at Idaho State University

The Psychology Department at Idaho State University invites applications for 2 tenure-track and 1 visiting position at the Assistant Professor level, beginning August 2012. Clinical position: This position requires a PhD from an APA accredited clinical psychology program. Clinical and/or research expertise in health psychology, child/adolescence, substance abuse, and/or other areas complementary to existing faculty preferred. Experimental position: Research expertise in health psychology, decision making, quantitative psychology, and/or other areas complementary to existing faculty is sought. Clinical and experimental candidates will establish an independent research program, mentor graduate students, and teach undergraduate (e.g., introduction to psychology, statistics) and graduate (e.g., core and methods courses, ethics, topical seminars) courses. Visiting cognitive position: Renewable for up to 3 years. This candidate must be qualified to teach undergradute and graduate courses in cognitive psychology and mentor graduate students. Idaho State University offers a BS and BA in psychology, a PhD in general experimental psychology, and an APA accredited PhD in clinical psychology (scientist-practitioner model). Please visit our website at www.isu.edu/psych <http://www.isu.edu/psych> . Pocatello is located in southeast Idaho and boasts many world-class recreational opportunities. Review of applications begins December 1, 2011; open until filled. For complete job descriptions and to apply online visit: http://www.isujobs.net.

Cognitive Science Tenure Track Assistant Professor position, University of Wisconsin – Whitewater.  

The Department of Psychology at UW-Whitewater invites applications for a tenure track positions in cognitive science. Candidates should have a Ph.D. or ABD in Psychology or closely related field. Duties will include developing introductory undergraduate courses in the cognitive sciences, teaching courses in research methods and possibly introductory psychology, and involving undergraduates in a cognitive science research program.  An emphasis on biological mechanisms of cognitive processes is preferred.  We are especially interested in candidates who will enhance the diversity of our department. Applicants should send a letter of application, brief statements of teaching and research interests, vita, representative reprints, copies of all graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendations to Meg Waraczynski, Ph.D., Chair, Cognitive Science Search Committee, Department of Psychology, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, Whitewater, WI 53190. Inquiries at waraczym@uww.edu.  Review of applications will begin December 1st, 2011, and continue until the position is filled.

See the full position description at http://www.uww.edu/employment/unclassified.html

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