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October 17

Two tenure-track positions (Developmental and Clinical) at the University of Mississippi

THE DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI (http://www.olemiss.edu/depts/psychology) invites applications for 2 tenure-track positions at the assistant professor level to begin in August 2012.

Position 1. We are seeking a person trained in DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY with research interests that match existing concentration areas within our graduate experimental training program: cognitive psychology, social psychology, or behavioral neuroscience. Applicants must be able to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in developmental psychology as well as courses such as research design, introductory statistics, and laboratory courses. Applicants should have a record of research productivity and a plan for developing and maintaining a substantive research program that could attract external funding.

Position 2. This position is for a person trained in CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY with an active program of research and a commitment to the scientist-practitioner model in research and clinical endeavors. The area of expertise and research interest is open. Applicants must be willing to teach both graduate and undergraduate courses in the department as needed, and they should have a record of research productivity and a plan for developing and maintaining a substantive research program that could attract external funding. The successful candidates for either position are expected to have the Ph.D. degree in Developmental Psychology for Position 1 or in Clinical Psychology for Position 2 by the time of appointment. The clinical position also requires that the candidate have completed an APA-approved internship.

The university is located in Oxford, which has been consistently ranked as one of the top small college towns in the U.S.  The Department and the University of Mississippi recognize the importance of a diverse faculty and student body and developing a supportive educational environment that affirms the value of cultural diversity. The University has an online system for submitting application materials. Interested persons should submit an application for the appropriate position and include a cover letter that includes a description of research interests, a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, and selected reprints or preprints. All applications and related materials must be submitted online at https://jobs.olemiss.edu. Questions concerning online submission problems should be directed to the University Employment Office at employ@olemiss.edu or 662-915-5690. Applicants should also make arrangements to have three letters of recommendation sent directly to either Dr. Kenneth Sufka, Developmental Search Committee Chair or Dr. Alan Gross, Clinical Search Committee Chair at the Department of Psychology, University of Mississippi, University, MS 38677.

Questions about the positions may also be directed to either Dr. Sufka at

pysufka@olemiss.edu (662-915-7728) or Dr. Gross at pygross@olemiss.edu (662-915-5186). Review of materials will begin immediately and continue until an adequate applicant pool is reached or the position is filled. The University of Mississippi is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer.

PhD position, Switzerland

PhD position in social-cognitive neuroscience of self-control

Applications are invited for a 3-year PhD position in social-cognitive neuroscience of self-control. The successful candidate is to work on an interdisciplinary research grant funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation on "Neural mechanisms of self-control depletion and its mitigation" under the joint supervision of Dr. Malte Friese (Division of Social Psychology, University of Basel, Switzerland) and Prof. Björn Rasch (Division of Biopsychology, University of Zurich, Switzerland).

The aim of the research project is to examine neural mechanisms underlying impaired self-control after the initial exertion of control and strategies that successfully counteract this effect. The project strongly builds on brain imaging methodology such as functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and electroencephalography (EEG). The candidate will be involved in all stages of the project, including study design, data collection, data analysis, presentation of results at conferences, and in preparation of manuscripts for publication.

Requirements. Candidates should hold a university degree in psychology (e.g., Diploma, Masters degree, etc.). The ideal candidate has a genuine interest in bridging social psychology and cognitive neuroscience (i.e. social-cognitive neuroscience). Experience with brain imaging methodology such as fMRI and/or EEG would be highly advantageous, but is not mandatory. The appointment will begin on January 1st, 2012, or at the candidate's earliest convenience. Salary will be ranging from CHF 40.800 to CHF 46.800 annually.

The Universities of Basel and Zurich offer outstanding research facilities and inspiring research environments for both social psychology and social-cognitive neuroscience. Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. For further information, please contact Dr. Malte Friese (malte.friese@unibas.ch) or Prof. Björn Rasch (bjoern.rasch@uzh.ch).

Application. Please send a cover letter including a statement about the motivation to apply for this particular position, a CV, and two letters of recommendations combined into one pdf-file to malte.friese@unibas.ch and bjoern.rasch@uzh.ch. We will begin reviewing applications on November 1st, 2012.

October 13

Tenure Track Position - Child or Adult Clinical Psychology

THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA WILMINGTON:  The Department of Psychology invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in clinical psychology.  Applicants must have training in clinical psychology from an APA accredited doctoral program and internship, and must be eligible for and pursue NC licensure as a Licensed Psychologist and Health Services Provider.  Expertise in assessment and quantitative methods is preferred.  While the teaching and research focus is open, individuals with specialization in child/adolescent and/or ADHD/learning disabilities are encouraged.  The department has been authorized by the NC Board of Governors to plan a doctoral program in persistent cognitive and behavioral disorders with foci in addiction/psychopharmacology, behavior analysis/developmental disabilities, dementia/cognitive aging, and correctional/forensic.  Applicants who can contribute to the proposed doctoral program are preferred.  Currently, the department has a master's degree program with three concentrations.  UNCW is a 13,000 student comprehensive university located on the scenic North Carolina coast.  The department has 33 full-time faculty members and serves 600 undergraduate and 65 graduate majors.  A Ph.D. is required or must be obtained within the first academic year of employment.  Although teaching and research are the primary responsibilities, service is also expected.  Salary is competitive.  The position will begin in August, 2012.  Members of ethnic minority groups and women are especially encouraged to apply.

To apply, please complete the online application process available on the web at http://consensus.uncw.edu.  A letter of application stating teaching, research and professional interests, curriculum vita, representative reprints and contact information (including e-mail address) for three current professional references should be addressed to the Search Committee and attached to the online application - not e-mailed or mailed.  Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF attachments are specifically preferred. Letters of reference will be required for highly ranked candidates. Applications must be received no later than January 6, 2012 to receive full consideration.  For questions, contact Richard Ogle, Department Chair, at <tel:910-962-7753>910-962-7753.  Under North Carolina law, applications and related materials are confidential personnel documents and are not subject to public release.  Visit our website http://WWW.UNCW.EDU/PSY. UNCW is an EEO/AA Employer. UNC Wilmington actively fosters a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified men and women from all racial, ethnic, or other minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Opportunity For Graduate Students in Psychology at Kenyon College

Job Title: Assistant Professor of Personality Psychology
Position Type: Faculty  
Department: Psychology  

Job Summary/Basic Function: The Department of Psychology at Kenyon College invites applications for a tenure-track position in personality psychology at the rank of assistant professor, to begin in Fall 2012.  

Minimum Qualifications: The department is seeking, specifically, a person who has demonstrated a commitment to teaching and research in the field of personality psychology. Other areas of specialization are open, although everyone in the department teaches either introductory psychology or introductory research methods in psychology. Preference will be given to candidates who can teach upper-level courses that compliment the department's current course offerings. Such courses include, but not limited to, individual differences, positive psychology, behavior genetics, history & systems, and statistics. Preference will be given to applicants who have a line of research in which undergraduates can participate.  

Preferred Qualifications: A Ph.D. is preferred, but A.B.D. candidates will be considered.  
Posting Date: 09-29-2011  
Closing Date: Open Until Filled  
Special Instructions to Applicants: All applications will be reviewed beginning immediately until the position is filled.

To apply please go to http://employment.kenyon.edu

Baylor College of Medicine Center for Medical Ethics Fellowship Opportunity

Post Doctoral Fellowship in Bioethics Research

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Tenure Track Position -- Developmental Psychology
California State University

The Department of Psychology has a tenure track position at the assistant professor level in any area of Developmental Psychology.

Please see details at http://www.csulb.edu/divisions/aa/personnel/jobs/posting/915/index.html.

Clinical position at University of Wyoming

THE UNIVERSITY OF WYOMING PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT invites applicants for a tenure-track Clinical Psychology assistant professor position to begin August 2012. We seek a productive researcher specializing in any area of clinical psychology, but are especially interested in applicants focusing on child and adolescent psychology or developmental psychopathology or someone who does research in an area that is particularly relevant to these life periods (e.g., eating disorders, substance use). Applicants who could supervise psychoeducational assessment cases, teach graduate assessment classes, or supervise child and adolescent therapy cases are also especially encouraged to apply. Position responsibilities include: graduate and undergraduate teaching, academic advising, research supervision of graduate students, clinical supervision of therapy and assessment cases, and the development of a productive research program. We are a research intensive university with a highly collegial department and we provide a 2:2 teaching load, lab space, internal grant opportunities, and competitive start-up funds. Review of applications will begin October 17, 2011. Successful candidates will be expected to obtain licensure as a psychologist in Wyoming. A Ph.D. is required for faculty rank. Laramie, a family-friendly small town situated in the high plains between the Laramie Mountain Range and the Medicine Bow Mountain Range, has abundant outdoor recreation, a strong economy, and is an easy drive to Denver, Colorado. Interested candidates should send or email a letter of application describing research and teaching interests, a curriculum vitae, selected reprints, and teaching evaluations, and have three letters of reference emailed or sent to: Walt Scott (psyc.uw@uwyo.edu), Chair, Clinical Psychology Search Committee, University of Wyoming, Department of Psychology, Dept. 3415, 1000 E. University Ave., Laramie, WY 82071. UW is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Developmental Position at the University of Western Ontario

Applications are invited for a tenure-stream appointment in Developmental Psychology at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Psychology Department at The University of Western Ontario, effective July 1, 2012. Applicants must have a Ph.D. and will be expected to maintain an active research program, teach undergraduate and graduate courses, and provide graduate student supervision.

The Psychology Department has approximately 50 faculty members, 20 staff members, and over 100 graduate students enrolled in the Masters and Ph.D. programs.It is one of the most distinguished psychology departments in Canada. Further information about the Department may be found at http://www.ssc.uwo.ca/psychology/.

Applicants should electronically submit a curriculum vitae, a statement of research and teaching experience and interests, and copies of representative publications, and arrange to have 3 letters of recommendation sent to Dr. Albert Katz, Chair, Department of Psychology, The University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada N6A 5C2, katz@uwo.ca. Please put Developmental Faculty Search in the subject line. Consideration of applications will commence immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

This position is subject to budgetary approval. http://www.ssc.uwo.ca/psychology/

Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority. The University of Western Ontario is committed to employment equity and welcomes applications from all qualified women and men, including visible minorities, aboriginal people, and persons with disabilities.

Positions in Behavioral and Cognitive Neuroscience at Michigan State

The Department of Psychology and the interdisciplinary Neuroscience Program at Michigan State University invite applications for two 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).

Cluster Hire in Innovative Methods
Penn State

The Social Science Research Institute (SSRI) and the Colleges of Education, Health and Human Development, and the Liberal Arts announce 3-4 open rank, tenure track positions aimed at building on Penn State’s existing strengths in innovative and interdisciplinary social science research. We seek colleagues with exceptional records of interdisciplinary collaborative research whose work focuses on the development or application of novel research methodologies, including research design, measurement, data collection, and data analysis. Penn State has substantial capacity in many domains pertaining to research methods, such as quantitative analysis of human development and of demographic and social change, design, implementation and evaluation of education and preventive intervention programs, survey methods, and social network and spatial analysis. Penn State faculty are also engaged in interdisciplinary collaborations to develop new methods in such areas as the integration of biomarker and behavioral data, analysis of neuro-imaging data, and person-intensive, dynamic, and ambulatory research design, data collection, and analysis.

To capitalize on these strengths and foster new synergies, we seek candidates with strong publication and external funding histories along with demonstrated teaching and graduate mentorship proficiency. Preference will be given to candidates with collaboration and leadership potential in one or more substantive areas of strength in the social and behavioral sciences at Penn State, including: (1) social and demographic change, (2) biological bases of behavior, health and development, and/or (3) prevention, intervention, and education programming for promoting development and well-being in children, youth and families. Successful candidates will join the faculty of the department within the Colleges of Education, Health and Human Development, or the Liberal Arts that provides the best fit to their research and teaching interests. We anticipate cross departmental and cross college appointments.

Review of applications and nominations will begin immediately and will be accepted until the positions are filled. Women and members of under-represented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce. To apply, please send a cover letter describing research interests and experiences, curriculum vitae, names of three references and supporting materials (e.g., reprints, preprints). Email: dlp18@psu.edu; please include Innovative Methods Search in the subject line; Post: Ms. Donna Panasiti, Social Science Research Institute, 601 Oswald Tower, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802.

October 10

Job Openings: School Psychology and Neuroscience at LSU

Anticipated
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (Tenure-track)
Department of Psychology

Louisiana State University Department of Psychology invites applications from for a full-time, tenure track Assistant Professor position.

Required Qualifications:  Ph.D. in Psychology; uses physiological approaches to studying human behavior; strong academic credentials; commitment to furthering the Department's and University's emphasis on excellence in the areas of research and teaching.

Additional Qualifications Desired: Specifically, we would consider researchers who examine issues in clinical and/or cognitive psychology using human neuroscience, psychophysiology, or behavior genetics approaches.  Researchers who use computational approaches to these domains are also encouraged to apply.  At this time, LSU does not have an fMRI facility.  

Responsibilities:  Graduate and undergraduate teaching; establishment of a strong research agenda; supervision of student research; and if a clinical psychologist, supervision of practica training.  Candidates at the assistant professor level are expected to demonstrate unambiguous potential for research excellence.  An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Application deadline is December 1, 2011 or until candidate is selected. Apply online at: http://www.lsusystemcareers.lsu.edu

Position #006142.

Quick link to ad URL: https://lsusystemcareers.lsu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=53653

Multiple Tenure Track faculty positions
Mississippi State University

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Health Psychology position at Virginia Commonwealth University

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4 Asst Professor Positions: Clinical, Developmental, Neuroscience, and Social

Assistant Professor, Clinical Child Psychology (Download PDF flyer)

Assistant Professor, Developmental Psychology (Download PDF flyer)

Assistant Professor, Neuroscience (Download PDF flyer)

Assistant Professor, Social Psychology (Download PDF flyer)

Project Manager/Research Associate or Research Scientist

This position is for 1 year full-time  at the University of Prince Edward Island, Canada working on a large collaborative research project focusing on singing. The information on the position is found here http://hr.upei.ca/125E11

Rural Health Research Institute Faculty Positions
Georgia Southern University

The Rural Health Research Institute at Georgia Southern University seeks to fill five openings at the associate or full professor level.  

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Faculty openings
University of Florida

Full time (9-mo) Assistant Professor (tenure track) in SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY
The Department of PSYCHOLOGY at the UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA invites applications for a full time (9-mo) Assistant Professor (tenure track) in SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY.  The position starts in August 2012 and salary is commensurate with qualifications; a Ph.D. is required. Applicants should provide evidence of outstanding research and teaching potential.  We expect the successful applicant to develop an independent program of research that can garner significant extramural support, supervise and mentor graduate students, teach graduate and undergraduate classes, and participate in program and departmental governance.  The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. Minorities, women and those from other underserved groups are encouraged to apply. The department strives to create an environment that affirms people with diverse experiences including people from international backgrounds, racial and ethnic minority individuals, sexual minority individuals, people with disabilities, and women. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to such an environment, for example, through professional service and mentoring our diverse student body. The university and greater Gainesville community enjoy a diversity of culture, music, restaurants, year-round outdoor recreational activity, and social opportunities, including organizations that support the interests of people from diverse backgrounds. The selection process will be conducted in accord with the provisions of Florida’s Government in the Sunshine and Public Records Laws.  Search Committee meetings will be open to the public, and applications and many other documents related to the search will be available for public inspection. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests/plans, statement of teaching interests and philosophy, up to four reprints or pre-prints, and three letters of recommendation electronically to the Social Psychology Search Committee (chair Dr. James Shepperd) at psylect@grove.ufl.edu by October 21, 2011. All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.

Full time (9-mo) Assistant Professor (tenure track) in BEHAVIORAL AND COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE
The Department of PSYCHOLOGY at the UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA invites applications for a full time (9-mo) Assistant Professor (tenure track) in BEHAVIORAL AND COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE. The position starts in August 2012. A Ph.D. and postdoctoral experience are required. We invite applications from individuals working in any area of Behavioral Neuroscience, who can interface with existing focuses within the Psychology Department, McKnight Brain Institute, and other resources across campus. Those focuses include (but are not limited to) studies of the neurobiology of drug addiction, learning and memory, aging, neurodevelopmental disorders, and other research areas that have translational implications. Applicants should provide evidence of outstanding research, with strong potential for extramural funding. Applicants are also expected to demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring of a diverse student population at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. Minorities, women, and individuals from other under-represented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. The selection process will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of Florida’s Government in the Sunshine and Public Records Laws. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests/plans, statement of teaching interests/philosophy that includes a description of the commitment to diversity in mentoring, up to four reprints or pre-prints, and three letters of recommendation to psysrch@grove.ufl.edu. Review of applications will begin November 15, 2011, and continue until the position is filled. All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.

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September 30

Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI)

Review of the applications will begin on October 15, 2011 and continue until the position is filled.

The Department of Psychology at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) invites applications for a tenure-track position in industrial/organizational psychology (open rank) to begin August 2012.

The I/O program is a highly selective, research-intensive masters program. We are seeking an outstanding researcher and teacher to be the fifth member of the I/O faculty. As the rank is open, both junior and senior candidates are encouraged to apply. The area of specialization is also open, but candidates who are strong in methods/statistics and/or who will create synergistic collaborations within the Department will be given strong consideration. Most importantly, we are looking for faculty who will be able to: a) maintain a productive research program and seek external funding, b) demonstrate excellence in teaching and supervising masters and undergraduate students, and c) be actively involved in our I/O Psychology masters program. Applicants at the Associate or Full Professor level must have a demonstrated record of research excellence, evidence of the ability to generate resources, and a strong record of mentoring students. Tenure may be offered to senior candidates, depending on the candidate's qualifications. For all hires, a reduced initial teaching load and competitive startup funds are provided.

The Department has 25 full-time faculty, 500 undergraduate majors, and approximately 60 graduate students enrolled in programs in Industrial/Organizational (M.S.), Clinical (Ph.D.), and Psychobiology of Addictions (Ph.D.). Additional information about the department and I/O program may be found at http://www.psych.iupui.edu. IUPUI is ranked 5th among "up and coming" universities according to U.S. News and World Report and is a campus renowned for service learning and civic engagement. It is also Indiana's premier urban public research institution, with more than 250 degree programs enrolling over 30,000 students (http://www.iupui.edu). IUPUI is located near downtown Indianapolis, the twelfth largest city in the United States. The city uniquely combines the cultural amenities of urban life with the residential qualities of smaller communities, and at the same time is highly affordable. As the major center for industry and government within the state, Indianapolis has a wide variety of research and training sites.

Applications from women and from minority candidates are strongly encouraged. IUPUI is committed to the development of a multicultural environment. We seek greater diversity in our faculty and staff to broaden the academic experience and enrich our University.

Applicants should send electronic copies of a cover letter, a vita, research and teaching statements, and up to three representative publications to psychsc@iupui.edu with "I/O Search" in the subject line. Also, applicants should arrange to have three letters of reference submitted separately by the writers to the same email address. Review of the applications will begin on October 15, 2011 and continue until the position is filled.

Assistant/Associate Professor Position
Ball State University

We are searching for a rehabilitation psychology professor for the 2012 academic year.

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Community Psychology
Portland State University

At Portland State University, we are searching for a Community Psychologist at the Assistant level.

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U of Maryland Assistant Professor Position in Quantitative Psychology

The Department of Psychology at UMBC is recruiting for an assistant professor with expertise in quantitative methods.

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Faculty position opening at Georgetown
Cognitive Neuroscience/Decision-making

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Three tenure track positions at Syracuse University

Syracuse University has openings for three tenure-track positions, two in Clinical Psychology, and one in Social Psychology. One position is for a tenured Director of Clinical Training (DCT) for our APA-approved doctoral training program. The remaining two positions are at the Assistant Professor level.

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September 22

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN COGNITIVE PSYCHOLOGY OR COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT
Temple University

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN COGNITIVE PSYCHOLOGY OR COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT WITH APPLICATIONS TO LEARNING AND EDUCATION SCIENCES-TEMPLE UNIVERSITY. This position is a tenure-track appointment in the Department of Psychology, and is part of the University's initiative to create linkages between the Department of Psychology and the College of Education in a projected Temple Institute of Learning and Education Sciences. The person selected for this position will have a strong research and publication record and a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The candidate is expected to develop a nationally recognized, extramurally funded research program. Candidates will have a Ph.D. in Psychology or an allied field such as Cognitive Science, and will be engaged in a research program relevant to any of a broad range of topics in the science of learning.
Electronic applications are preferred. Applicants should send curriculum vitae, a statement of research plans, a statement of undergraduate and graduate teaching interests, three letters of recommendation (which can be directly emailed), and copies of representative publications to: Ms. Carolynn Prescott, cprescot@temple.edu Administrative Assistant for the Cognitive Science Search Committee, Department of Psychology, Weiss Hall, 1701 N. 13th Street, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19122-6085; if electronic submission is not possible, hard copies can be sent to the aforementioned address. Temple is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minority candidates are especially encouraged to apply. Applications should be received by November 15, 2011; review of applicants will begin October 15.

Faculty Opening Barry University

DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY - THE DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY AT BARRY UNIVERSITY invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor position beginning in fall 2012. Barry University is a Catholic institution that provides a liberal arts environment where both teaching and scholarly research are highly valued, and inclusive community, social justice, and collaborative service are key components of the Mission. Our M.S. program in Clinical Psychology follows the scientist-practitioner model. The Department is seeking a faculty member to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Developmental Psychology, Research Design, and Statistics in Psychology. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong teaching skills and a clear motivation to include and supervise undergraduate and graduate students in research. Applicants should send a letter of interest that includes a statement of their teaching philosophy, a vita, three letters of recommendation, graduate transcripts, and evidence of teaching effectiveness and scholarly work to Dr. Frank Muscarella, Chair, Department of Psychology, Barry University, 11300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami Shores, FL 33161. Review of applications will begin on December 1st and will continue until the position is filled.

Barry University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Barry University does not discriminate applicants or employees for terms of employment on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other terms prohibited under the county ordinance, state, or federal law.

Frank Muscarella, Ph.D.
Chair, Department of Psychology
Director, Clinical Psychology Program
Professor of Psychology
Department of Psychology
Barry University
11300 NE 2nd Avenue
Miami Shores, FL 33161
Phone: 305-899-3275
Email: fmuscarella@mail.barry.edu

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF PSYCHOLOGY
CLINICAL OR COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGIST

The University of West Florida School of Psychological and Behavioral Sciences (SPBS) invites
applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 2012.
The position includes professorial duties within the School and in the area of clinical/counseling
psychology with the capability to teach a range of undergraduate and graduate courses, and
conduct research in areas of one's own interest. Specifically, we are seeking an individual who
brings energy and enthusiasm to the following duties: 1) teaching and supervising undergraduate
and graduate (MA) students in the clinical/counseling domain, 2) establishing an active program
of applied research that emphasizes student involvement, 3) supervising internships and theses,
and 4) participating in professional and community service activities. Area of specialty is open
but the ability to teach courses in introductory psychology, adolescence, learning and behavior
modification, multicultural counseling, or vocational/educational assessment is preferred. A
doctorate in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA accredited program and regionally
accredited university is required. Licensed or license eligibility in Florida is required.
The university is located on a 1600-acre campus that is designated in part as a nature preserve,
and has a student population of approximately 12,000, representing 49 states, 79 countries, and
24% ethnic minorities. For additional information on the department and university, please refer
to our website (http://uwf.edu/spbs/). Located near the beautiful Gulf Coast beaches in Pensacola, we enjoy a temperate climate, low cost of living, and a relaxed pace of life.
For the complete announcement and position description, including qualifications and
experience, please see our website: https://jobs.uwf.edu.
Interested applicants must apply online at https://jobs.uwf.edu.
Review of applications will begin December 1, 2011, and continue until the position is filled.
Applicants should be prepared to attach Curriculum Vitae, Letter of Application/Interest
three professional references with contact information to the online application. This position
requires a criminal background screening.
Any person requiring special accommodations to respond is requested to advise UWF by
contacting the University of West Florida ADA Compliance office at 1-800-473-7469 (Voice) or 1-850-857-6114 (TTY).
UWF is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action Employer and applications from
women and minorities are especially encouraged.

Post-doc position at the Erasmus Center of Behavioural Ethics, Rotterdam

The Center of Behavioural Ethics at the Rotterdam School of Management is currently looking for a postdoctoral researcher, who will be appointed for a period of three years. The position is available from January 1, 2012.

The Erasmus Centre of Behavioural Ethics (ECBE; http://www.erim.nl/behaviouralethics) fosters and promotes basic (social) psychological research in behavioural ethics that has implications for a wide variety of fields such as management, organizational behavior, behavioral economics and social sciences in general. The center uses a descriptive approach in understanding the psychological reality of morality within a variety of social and economic settings and addresses questions related to power, trust and distrust, leadership and decision making.  The ECBE is chaired by Prof. David De Cremer and is part of an international network of academics in the field of behavioural ethics.

We are looking for a researcher who can strengthen our current research program. Successful candidates have a strong research record and have an interest in publishing in the top tier journals in social psychology, management and organizational behavior (which meet the criteria set by the research institute (ERIM) of RSM). Ideally, the candidate has a PhD in social or organizational psychology, behavioral economics, or management or a related field.

The deadline to submit applications is November 15, 2011. To apply, please, email  a motivation letter and CV to the following address: ecbe@rsm.nl. Please include in your motivation letter also a short description of your training and describe briefly the type of research that you have conducted and your teaching experience (max. 1 page). If you want more information about the position and expectations with respect to research and teaching you can email either Prof. David De Cremer (ddecremer@rsm.nl) or Dr. Marius van Dijke (mvandijke@rsm.nl)

3 PhD positions (4 years) at the Univ. Vienna

At the Institute of Economic Psychology, Educational Psychology and Evaluation there are 2 PhD positions in the field of Work and Organizational Psychology and 1 PhD position in the field of Economic Psychology limited for four years vacant.

These are the links to the job announcements for Work and Organizational Psychology (you'll find the English version below the German one; just scroll down):

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This is the link to the job announcement for Economic Psychology (you'll find the English version below the German one; just scroll down):

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U of South Florida-team training (I/O, human factors, possibly others)

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University of West Florida, Assistant Professor, Clinical/Counseling Psychology

The University of West Florida School of Psychological and Behavioral Sciences (SPBS) invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 2012. The position includes professorial duties within the School and in the area of clinical/counseling psychology with the capability to teach a range of undergraduate and graduate courses, and conduct research in areas of one's own interest. Specifically, we are seeking an individual who brings energy and enthusiasm to the following duties: 1) teaching and supervising undergraduate and graduate (MA) students in the clinical/counseling domain, 2) establishing an active program of applied research that emphasizes student involvement, 3) supervising internships and theses, and 4) participating in professional and community service activities. Area of specialty is open but the ability to teach courses in introductory psychology, adolescence, learning and behavior modification, multicultural counseling, or vocational/educational assessment is preferred. A doctorate in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA accredited program and regionally accredited university is required. Licensed or license eligibility in Florida is required.

The university is located on a 1600-acre campus that is designated in part as a nature preserve, and has a student population of approximately 12,000, representing 49 states, 79 countries, and 24% ethnic minorities. For additional information on the department and university, please refer to our website (http://uwf.edu/spbs/). Located near the beautiful Gulf Coast beaches in Pensacola, we enjoy a temperate climate, low cost of living, and a relaxed pace of life.

For the complete announcement and position description, including qualifications and experience, please see our website: https://jobs.uwf.edu.

Interested applicants must apply online at https://jobs.uwf.edu/.

Review of applications will begin December 1, 2011, and continue until the position is filled.

Applicants should be prepared to attach Curriculum Vitae, Letter of Application/Interest
three professional references with contact information to the online application. This position requires a criminal background screening.

Any person requiring special accommodations to respond is requested to advise UWF by contacting the University of West Florida ADA Compliance office at 1-800-473-7469 (Voice) or 1-850-857-6114 (TTY).

UWF is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action Employer and applications from women and minorities are especially encouraged.

Haverford College Tenure Track Position Opportunity

Haverford College has opened a tenure-track search in cross-cultural psychology or the psychology of diversity, broadly defined, and candidates may be trained in one of several areas of the field, including (but not limited to) clinical, health, social, personality, cognitive, emotion, or developmental psychology. The position is described at the link below. Review of applications begins on October 3rd.

Haverford College is a top residential liberal arts college in suburban Philadelphia, enrolling approximately 1200 undergraduates. Faculty members are committed to both teaching and research, engaging students in active research programs. The College offers a competitive startup package, generous sabbatical policy, small class size, and attractive teaching load.

http://www.haverford.edu/provost/available_positions/description.php?id=53171&u=61

Tenure track position at Florida Atlantic University

The Department of Psychology at Florida Atlantic University invites applications for a tenure track position in EXPERIMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY (AREA OPEN) (Position # 991847) beginning August 2012. We anticipate hiring at the Assistant Professor level, although outstanding candidates of higher rank will also be considered. All applicants must have a Ph.D. in psychology at the time of appointment, and postdoctoral experience is desirable. We welcome applications from researchers who apply advanced quantitative methodologies to the analysis of data from any of the following areas of research: Behavioral Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Evolutionary Psychology, and Social Psychology. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain a productive, externally funded research program, to contribute to graduate and undergraduate teaching, and to teach graduate-level courses in advanced quantitative methods, in addition to courses in the candidate's area of research interest. The application deadline is November 30th, 2011. Submit CV, statement of research and teaching interests, and reprints to https://jobs.fau.edu, searching by position number, and have three recommendation letters sent to Faculty Search, FAU Psychology Department, Boca Raton, FL 33431. A background check is required for candidates selected for these positions. FAU is an Equal Opportunity/ Equal Access Institution.

Tenure track positions at Old Dominion University

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2 tenure track positions in Clinical Psychology at SIU Carbondale

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY CARBONDALE-PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT anticipates two (2) Assistant Professor tenure track positions in Clinical Psychology, to begin August 16, 2012. Qualifications: PhD degree in Psychology from an APA- or CPA-accredited Clinical Psychology program with an APA- or CPA-accredited internship before August 16, 2012. If all requirements for the PhD have not been completed, a one-year term appointment may be offered at the rank of Instructor, at a reduced rate of pay. Candidates should have a record of relevant teaching experience and of scholarly productivity with the potential for excellence in developing a funded research program. The area of research specialization is open. Postdoctoral experience is preferred. For research active faculty, the work load for this position is typically two courses per semester, service on MA and PhD student committees, an active and successful research program, and appropriate service. Duties include teaching a combination of graduate and undergraduate courses, one of which is practicum supervision, with other courses determined by the candidate's background. The ability to teach one or more of the following courses would be preferential: Psychological Assessment, Behavior Therapy, Cognitive-Behavior Therapy, Clinical Skills, Drugs and Behavior, Personality, and Abnormal Psychology. There are opportunities to collaborate with colleagues specializing in the areas of clinical neuroscience, behavior genetics, substance abuse, anxiety and trauma, child and adult therapy and assessment, among others.

Please see our web page (http://www.psychology.siu.edu) for more information about our department and the beautiful Southern Illinois region. Send cover letter, vita, reprints, teaching evaluations (if available) and have three letters of recommendation sent to Mary Louise Cashel, PhD, Chair of Clinical Search Committee, Department of Psychology, Mail Code 6502, Southern Illinois University Carbondale, 1125 Lincoln Drive, Carbondale, IL 62901. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2011, but applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Since the positions involve supervision of clinical work, they are security sensitive positions. Before any offer of employment is made, the University will conduct a pre-employment background investigation, which includes a criminal background check. SIUC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer that strives to enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its potential to serve a diverse student population. All applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration.

Saint Mary's University Halifax, NS CANADA Two Tenure Track Positions

Questions about the positions should be directed to:

Vic Catano, PhD
Department of Psychology
Saint Mary's University
Halifax, NS CANADA
Tel 902-420-5845
vic.catano@smu.ca

Applications are invited for two tenure-track appointments at the Assistant Professor level starting July 1, 2012. Candidates are expected to have a Ph. D. in psychology or to be near completion of the degree. We seek individuals with applied interests who can contribute to teaching and research in one of the following areas. 1. Industrial/Organizational Psychology with expertise in Personnel Psychology, and 2. Developmental Psychology, broadly defined. We will also consider exceptional applicants from other areas who may contribute to the teaching and research programs of the Department. The successful applicants will join a growing, 19-member Department, which includes two Canada Research Chairs. As well as meeting their teaching responsibilities, the successful candidates will be expected to conduct and supervise research, collaborate with other department colleagues, and to contribute to the Department's programs. The Department has an applied focus with major and honours curriculum and offers M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in industrial and organizational psychology and a certificate program in Human Resource Management. Department members also participate in the CN Centre for Occupational Health and Safety and in the Science Faculty's M.Sc. in Applied Science program. Candidates should present evidence, commensurate with experience, of their teaching ability and the courses they are interested in teaching, of their willingness to supervise both undergraduate and graduate students, and of their scholarly productivity.
Candidates of all nationalities are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Saint Mary's University encourages applications from women, aboriginal peoples, visible minorities, and people with disabilities.
Saint Mary's University is located in the historic port city of Halifax, Nova Scotia, a vibrant, urban community of over 300,000 people. Halifax is a major educational centre for Atlantic Canada and is home to five universities. It is conveniently located to recreational areas and to other major urban centres in Canada and the Northeastern United States. For additional information about the University and the Department please see our website at http://www.smu.ca/academic/science/psych/.
Applicants should furnish a curriculum vitae, copies of no more than three of their latest reprints, a letter describing their teaching and research interests, and the names and email addresses of three referees (the search committee will solicit letters directly from referees, as required) to

Dr. Vic Catano, Department of Psychology, Saint Mary's University, Halifax, NS B3H 3C3.
Telephone: (902) 420-5845. Fax: (902) 496-8287. Email: vic.catano@smu.ca. Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the positions are filled.

Texas A & M - Commerce Three Tenure Track Positions

Texas A & M - Commerce anticipates three tenure-track assistant
professor positions with responsibilities in support of our
undergraduate and graduate offerings in Psychology.

The first requires sufficient skills in statistics and psychometrics to
teach such courses at the graduate level. Although area of research is
open, applicants who could further support our PhD program in Cognition
and Instruction would be favored.  The second should be able to teach
counseling or clinical psychology courses and supervise
practicum/internship students as well as serve as director of
departmental clinics. The third should be able to teach graduate courses
in the area of school psychology and should hold a degree from an
appropriately credentialed (preferably APA) program. For all positions,
preference will be given to individuals with a strong program of
research and a potential for obtaining external funding.

Housed currently in the College of Education and Human Services, the
Department represents a traditional "arts and sciences" psychology
program with faculty expertise that also extends into School and
Educational Psychology, as well as Special Education. As of this Fall,
the former Department of Counseling has been combined with psychology as
well, creating a Department with 34 full-time faculty, nearly a like
number of adjuncts, and a strong cadre of graduate and undergraduate
students. The department offers graduate and undergraduate courses in
psychology, counseling, and special education including the PhD in both
Psychology and Counseling.

The Texas A & M - Commerce is the second largest University within the A
& M System and has branch campuses in multiple locations in and around
the Dallas Metroplex. The University has experienced record setting
growth in recent years, and is about 12,000 students. Commerce itself is
a lovely small-town situated near popular outdoor recreational areas,
just under an hour from Dallas. As such, one great thing about working
at TAMU-Commerce is that you can live in whatever environment (urban,
suburban, rural) most appeals to you.

The University is an EO/AA institution. Individuals from
under-represented racial, ethnic, and gender groups are encouraged to
apply.

Interested applicants should submit vita, sample publications, evidence
of quality teaching, a cover letter detailing research interests,
transcripts and three letters of reference by Nov 1, 2011 to: Link

Stanford University Psychology Department - Assistant Professor of Cognitive Psychology

STANFORD UNIVERSITY PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor level in Cognitive Psychology, to begin in the academic year 2012-13. All areas of cognitive psychology will be considered. The appointee will be expected to teach courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. All applicants should provide a curriculum vitae (including bibliography), a brief statement of research interests, a teaching statement, copies of at most three scholarly papers, and three letters of reference. The deadline for applications is October 31, 2011. Please apply through AcademicJobsOnline.org.

Stanford University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. It welcomes nominations of, and applications from, women and members of minority groups, as well as others who would bring additional dimensions to the university's research and teaching missions.

Bilkent University- Turkey
Psychology Department
Faculty positions

Applications are invited for multiple posts (hiring at all levels) in all areas of psychology, commencing September 2012. Applicants with backgrounds in learning and memory, psycholinguistics, theory of mind or developmental psychology are particularly encouraged. The Psychology Department at Bilkent University is a young and growing institute, with an emphasis on cognitive psychology and cognitive neuroscience in research and teaching. Facilities available to our faculty members include a 3Tesla MRI scanner, several fully equipped cognition and perception labs, as well as animal facilities. Current faculty members are well supported through national and international funds, and collaborate nationally and internationally. Our students are highly motivated and are ranked among the highest percentile in the Turkish university entrance examination.
Candidates should have at least a Ph.D. at the time of appointment and show evidence of outstanding research potential. The teaching load is two courses per semester. The language of teaching is English across the university. The salary is competitive and commensurate with credentials. Rent-free furnished apartment on campus are available. Informal enquiries and applications in the form of a curriculum vitae, research statement, and three confidential letters of recommendation should be sent to psy@bilkent.edu.tr. For more information visit http://www.psy.bilkent.edu.tr/.

Hearing/visual sciences position at Univ. of Louisville

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Assistant Professor (2x) , University of Amsterdam

The Department of Psychology of the University of Amsterdam is looking for
2 x Assistant Professor (UD) in Organizational Psychology
2 x 1.0 FTE
vacancy number W11-173

The Organizational Psychology programme at the University of Amsterdam offers a specialization in work and organizational psychology at both Bachelors and Masters level, participates in the two-year Psychology Research Masters, and the PhD training program provided by the Kurt Lewin Graduate School for social psychology and its applications. Approximately 70 students enroll in the BA-program, and about 50 enroll in the MA-program annually. The program is supported by 10 tenured faculty members, and hosts between 5 ¡V 10 PhD and postdoctoral researchers. The program operates internationally, and regularly hosts international visitors. Teaching is in English or Dutch.

Faculty members' research is organized in the programme 'Individuals and Groups at Work' that seeks to develop and test theory that explains how psychological processes and principles at the individual and group-level alone and in interaction predict work-related motivational and affective states, cooperation and coordination among individuals and groups (e.g., organizational citizenship behavior, conflict management and negotiation), and individual and group performance (e.g., task and career decisions, creativity and innovation, group decision making). The programme benefits from excellent research facilities, including state-of-the-art laboratory space and technical support for conducting neuro-imaging and behavioral experiments, and faculty members have an outstanding network in industry and consulting firms in the Netherlands as well as abroad, providing access to (industry-funded) organizational field research.

Tasks
* Conducting empirical research on topics or themes fitting the program 'individuals and groups at work';
* Communicating about research findings in high quality scientific journals, at international conferences, and in practitioner-oriented outlets;
* Teaching courses in organizational psychology;
* Supervising individual student research projects at BA and MA-level;
* Co-supervising PhD students; contributing to the PhD training in the Kurt Lewin Institute;
* Acquisition of external research funding.

Requirements
* PhD in psychology;
* A research profile fitting the above described program;
* High quality publications in international, peer-reviewed academic journals;
* Experience with teaching organizational psychology courses at the BA and MA-level;
* Experience with supervising MA-thesis research projects;
* Willingness to learn Dutch.

Further information
Prof dr C.K.W. De Dreu
Tel: +31 20 525 6860
Email: c.k.w.dedreu@uva.nl

Appointment
According to our employment policies, you will first be offered a temporary contract for three years, with the possibility to tenure thereafter. Based on a full-time appointment the gross monthly salary will be between € 3,195 and € 4,374 depending on qualifications and experience.

Job application
You can send your letter of motivation, curriculum vitae, and two recent or forthcoming publications via e-mail to Ms. Hanny Verduijn: j.verduijn@uva.nl
Applications should be received before October 1, 2011.

Experimental Psychology, University of North Texas (UNT)

The Department of Psychology at the University of North Texas (UNT) invites applications for a faculty position as Assistant, Associate or Full Professor to create and maintain a vigorous program of research. While area of emphasis is open, preference will be given to candidates with a coherent and potentially externally fundable program of applied research, to reflect their expertise in any number of areas of Experimental Psychology (e.g. sensory/perceptual processes, statistics/experimental design, social, physiological, developmental, or cognitive psychology). Responsibilities include conducting a vigorous research program, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, supervising graduate training in research, and serving on departmental committees.

The UNT Department of Psychology has over 1,200 undergraduate majors. We have four doctoral programs. An applied Experimental program and Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, and Clinical Health & Behavioral Medicine programs APA-accredited. Our four doctoral programs are quite distinct, but function cooperatively to direct graduate education in the department. The department has 26 FTE faculty, with some choosing to belong to more than one program. Each of the accredited doctoral programs is affiliated with the departmental training clinic, providing a large number of clinicians and many opportunities for researchers. Review of applications begins October 1, 2011. Applications will be reviewed weekly until the search is closed.

Required qualifications include: Ph.D. in Psychology at the time of appointment and current engagement conducting high quality program of research in the area of Experimental Psychology.

Preferred qualifications include: record of receiving or applying for extramural funding, publications and professional presentations, evidence of teaching competence with undergraduate and/or graduate students, demonstrated interest in a variety of domains of functioning pertinent to Experimental Psychology, excellent written and oral communication skills, and research addressing or relevant to diversity. For complete qualifications, additional information and to apply visit: https://facultyjobs.unt.edu.

Inquiries can be made to Sheila Van Bree, Administrative Assistant, by phone (940) 565-2639 or e-mail Sheila.VanBree@unt.edu. UNT is a Class I-Doctorate Granting institution located in Denton, Texas about 40 miles north of both Dallas and Fort Worth. UNT Denton is the flagship research campus of the UNT-System, has over 36,000 students and over 7,700 graduate students. Both graduate and undergraduate students participate on faculty research teams. Substantial proportions of our majors and graduate students are from diverse ethnic backgrounds. Consequently, a commitment to diversity in all its forms is a plus.

The University of North Texas is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer institution committed to diversity in its employment and educational programs, thereby creating a welcoming environment for everyone.

Stanford University Psychology Department - Assistant
Professor of Developmental Psychology

STANFORD UNIVERSITY PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT invites applications for a tenure track appointment at the Assistant Professor level to begin in the academic year 2012-13. This appointment will be in Developmental Psychology, including, but not limited to, cognitive development, personality and social development, and developmental neuroscience. Applicants will be expected to teach courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. All applicants should provide a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching experience and interests, a statement of research interests, copies of their most representative scholarly papers, and three letters of reference. The deadline for applications is October 31, 2011. Please apply through AcademicJobsOnline.org.Stanford University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty. It welcomes nominations of, and applications from, women and members of minority groups, as well as others who would bring additional dimensions to the university's research and teaching missions.

Associate Professor position in Community Psychology of Ageing, Lausanne, Switzerland

The University of Lausanne, Switzerland, is opening an associate professor position in Community Psychology of Ageing

JOB DESCRIPTION / CONDITIONS:
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Field of specialisation : Community Psychology of Ageing Full-Time post

Required qualifications and experience:
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in psychology or equivalent and have relative teaching and research experience.

Teaching (45%):
The post consists of 6 hours per week of teaching and thesis supervision. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching both Bachelor and Master level courses in the field of Community Psychology and Applied Community Psychology relative to the problem of ageing. He/she will supervise students' personal work and Master's theses at all course levels.
- General Introduction to Community Psychology (28h/year, Bachelor level, 2nd part)
- Community Psychology of Ageing (56h/semester, Master level) - Seminar - Community Psychology of Aging (28h/semester, Master level) - Seminar - Methods and Interventions (28h/semester, Master level) - Seminar- incumbent's choice of topic (28h/semester, Post-graduate level)

Research (45%):
The successful candidate has a track record of substantial research accomplishments in the domain of Applied Community Psychology of Ageing and will provide a dossier of proven publications in this field.
He/she will conduct both personal and team research as well as direct and supervise advanced or doctorate students' research. Additionally, he/she will participate in the promotion of research financed by the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) and other funding bodies.
According to the nature of the research and local contacts developed, the incumbent will have the possibility to develop a consultation focused on intervention.

Administrative responsibilities (10%):
In accordance with the legal system and the requirements of the collegial structure, the successful candidate will assume administrative tasks from the Institute, the Faculty, the University and associated bodies of the University which could be imparted to him/her as a function of his/her post.
He/she will contribute to the ongoing progress of the Clinical Psychology Master of Advanced Studies (MAS) "Group and Organisation Identity" « Identité, groupe et organisation ».

Context and institutional affiliation:
This post is affiliated with the Institute of Psychology of the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences of the University of Lausanne. More specifically, the successful candidate will work within the Institute of Psychology. Whenever possible, he/she will develop research with the Inter- and Intrasubjectives Dynamics Psychology (LarPsydis). Research Laboratory. Laboratoire de recherche en Psychologie des Dynamiques Inter- et Intrasubjectives (LarPsydis)

Salary:
Annual starting salary for an associate professor (2011 scale) is a minimum of 138,211.00 Swiss francs with a maximum of 158,197.00, to which a thirteenth monthly salary is added.

Starting date: August 1, 2012

Interested candidates are kindly requested to submit via email their letter of application, curriculum vitae, copy of degree, and list of publications, as well as their five most significant publications to: rhssp@unil.ch

Application deadline: 15 November 2011

Vacancy PhD candidate at Maastricht University - Brain control in adolescents

Maastricht University announces a vacancy for a PhD candidate at:http://www.academictransfer.com/employer/UM/vacancy/11115/lang/en/

Post: Assistant professor
Location: University Institute of Lisbon (ISCTE-IUL)
Deadline: October 14, 2011

The University Institute of Lisbon - ISCTE is accepting applications for 4 full-time Assistant Professor positions at our Department of Social and Organizational Psychology.

One post focuses on the subareas of psychophysiology or cognitive psychology: Link

… and three other on the subareas of Psychology of Development and Education, or Applied Social Psychology: Link

Note that the current politics of the University Institute of Lisbon (ISCTE-IUL) requires that candidates "possess knowledge of spoken and written Portuguese".

(Portuguese and English versions of the announcements can be found here.

The contracts will be for five years, but after this period it is possible to ask for tenure, which will be admitted pending positive evaluation.

Our department is strong in both teaching and research. It is responsible for a Bacholor degree, four Masters degrees and a Doctoral Program, all in Psychology. Our research Centre was evaluated excellent (5 out of 5) in the last international evaluation by the Portuguese Foundation of Science and Technology (FCT).

Detailed information can be found following the links above. For further questions regarding the posts please contact me at sven.waldzus@iscte.pt

Job Title: Assistant Professor, Social Psychology

Background: Loyola University Chicago, College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Psychology invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in Social Psychology at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning Fall 2012, pending final approval of funding. We are seeking candidates whose research enhances the university's mission and the Department of Psychology's focus on social justice (broadly defined). The department currently has 25 tenured and tenure-track faculty, serves 1,000 undergraduate majors, and has three Ph.D. training tracks organized around two areas of focus: (1) the Psychological Foundations of Social Justice (the Social Psychology Training Track) and (2) Healthy Development in Children, Youth, and Families (a Developmental Training Track and an APA-approved Clinical Training Track). For further information about the department, please visit: http://www.luc.edu/psychology/index.shtml .

Duties and Responsibilities: The successful applicant will clearly demonstrate (a) the ability to maintain a vigorous, ongoing program of research and publication, (b) the potential to secure external grant funding to support that research, and (c) the ability to contribute in a significant way to the department's teaching mission at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Minimum Qualifications: A Ph.D. in social psychology, a strong record of productive research that connects in some way with our focus on social justice, and a commitment to excellence in teaching at all levels.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae, research and teaching statements, and a letter of interest to the following website: http://www.careers.luc.edu. Applicants should also arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted to that same website. Alternatively, letters of recommendation and other supporting materials, including evidence of teaching excellence and samples of scholarly publications, may be sent to:

Social Psychology Search Committee
Department of Psychology
Loyola University Chicago
1032 W. Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60660

Applications are due October 15, 2011 and a review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

LUC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for mission and diversifying our faculty. As a Jesuit Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a transformative education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about LUC's mission, candidates should consult our website at: http://www.luc.edu/mission/missionandidentity.shtml . For information about the university's focus on transformative education, candidates should consult our website at:
http://www.luc.edu/transformativeed. Applications from women and minority candidates are especially encouraged.

Post-doc, University of Exeter

The University of Exeter, UK, is currently recruiting a Post-Doctoral Associate Research Fellow to support the work of Professor Michelle Ryan. This University funded post is available immediately for three years. The successful applicant will work with Prof. Ryan on a number of ongoing research projects looking broadly at women and leadership (including research on the glass cliff, and fit and ambition) and responses to the complexities involved in stigmatised group membership (such as those based on gender, race, disability, and sexuality). More information on Prof Ryan's research interests can be found here:

The post will include managing and collaborating on all phases research including managing collaborative research relationships with industry; study design; data collection and analyses; writing for high- impact journals, journals and grant applications; dissemination to academic and non academic audiences; supervision of research assistants and research students. The successful applicant will be able to present information on research progress and outcomes, communicate complex information, orally, in writing and electronically and prepare proposals and applications to external bodies.
Applicants will possess a relevant PhD and be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within established research programmes.

For further information please contact Michelle Ryan, e-mail m.ryan@exeter.ac.uk

or telephone + 44 (0)1392 725120.

To view the Job Description and Person Specification document please go here.

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Assistant/Associate Professor - Neuroscience

The Department of Psychology in the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Miami is seeking to fill a tenure track faculty position in Neuroscience, starting in August, 2012. It is anticipated that this position will be filled at the Assistant or beginning Associate Professor level. This search is emphasizing research interests in human cognitive neuroscience (e.g., using functional MRI). Individuals with clinical or nonclinical interests in neuroscience (cognitive or behavioral) are encouraged to apply. For clinical appointment, a Ph.D. in Psychology from an APA accredited program or equivalent is required. For non-clinical appointment, a Ph.D. in Psychology, Neuroscience or related area is required. Faculty members in the Department of Psychology are expected to develop their own independent areas of research, teach courses at the graduate and undergraduate level and supervise doctoral students. For more information about the Department go to http://www.psy.miami.edu. Review of applicants will begin immediately. Applicants should send a CV, reprints or preprints, a statement of research and teaching interests, and 4 letters of reference to: Neuroscience Search Committee, Department of Psychology, University of Miami, PO Box 248185, Coral Gables, FL 33124. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. The University of Miami is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Post-doc opportunity, UC Santa Barbara

We recently received funds from the Department of Education to support a post-doc for up to three years to work on various consciousness related research projects in my laboratory at the University of California Santa Barbara.  The primary area of research will entail examining and remediating the negative effects of mind-wandering on reading.  Opportunities to work on other projects including the relationship between mind wandering and creativity or the impact of discouraging a belief in free will on behavior will also available.   It would be helpful if the candidate had technical skills such as experience with eye-tracking, physiological measures, erp, eeg, and/or fmri, however this is not a necessary requirement.   An interest in philosophical issues, a broad minded perspective, and a capacity for open mindedness combined with  methodological rigor are also qualities that would be of value in the lab.  Funds are currently available, so the appropriate candidate could begin at their soonest possible convenience.   Candidates are asked to send a statement of interest, cv, and three letters of recommendation.  Please forward this to candidates whom you think might be appropriate.

Applications and questions should be sent to schoolerlab@gmail.com.

Tenure-track faculty position, Assistant Professor
Clinical Health Psychology
Department of Psychology, Carnegie Mellon University

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Tenure-track position - Assistant Professor
Department of Criminal Justice
Indiana University

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Assistant Professor of Psychology position
Department of Psychology at Missouri Western State University

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Behavioral Neuroscience Faculty Position
Johns Hopkins University

The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at Johns Hopkins University seeks applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Behavioral Neuroscience. Candidates should have interests and expertise in the mechanistic basis of behavior using animal models. Applicants using approaches that integrate molecular and neural systems level methods, and applicants interested in endocrine contributions to cognitive or motivational function are especially encouraged to apply. An earned Ph.D. in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field is required.

Please send a CV, a statement of research and teaching interests, and up to three articles as electronic attachments to pbsfacultysearch-biopsych@jhu.edu. Candidates should arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent to the same email address; letter writers should include the candidate's last name in the subject line of their messages. Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2011 and continue until the position is filled.

The Johns Hopkins University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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Lecturer positions at Penn State

PENN STATE, PSYCHOLOGY, VARIOUS SPECIALIZATIONS: The Department of Psychology at Penn State (http://psych.la.psu.edu/) invites applications for the position of lecturer.  The positions require teaching undergraduate research methods courses, possibly also introductory statistics, and either clinical, cognitive, developmental, industrial-organizational, or social psychology courses. A mix of on-line and classroom teaching assignments is possible.  Previous teaching experience and fit to the department’s teaching needs are critical.  These are full-time positions with a teaching load of three courses per semester during the academic year; summer teaching is negotiable.  Ph.D. preferred and at least ABD status required.  August 2011 or January 2012 start dates are possible.  The initial contract period is one year, with an excellent chance of continuing and multi year renewal for successful instructors.  Review of applications for all positions begins immediately and will continue until the positions are filled. Candidates should submit a letter of application including concise statements of teaching experience and interests, a CV, and the names and contact information for at least three references. Electronic submission of these materials is strongly preferred; please send to PsychApplications@psu.edu, noting Box R in the subject line.  If you cannot submit electronically, applications can be mailed to Judy Bowman, 124 Moore, Department of Psychology, Penn State, University Park, PA, 16802. Questions may be addressed to Richard Carlson, Associate Head, at racarlson@psu.edu. We especially encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds.  Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.

Three Positions in Psychology at Colorado State University

The Department of Psychology at Colorado State University invites applications for three tenure-track faculty positions with an appointment date of August 15, 2012. The positions are at the rank of assistant professor, although exceptional candidates at higher ranks may be considered with a strong, recent record of external funding for research. All positions require a Ph.D. or equivalent in psychology or a closely related field by the appointment date, and an active research program leading to peer-reviewed publications. Successful candidates should also show commitment and capability to attract external funding, as well as potential for excellence in graduate and undergraduate instruction.

The three positions are:

(1) APPLIED SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY with an emphasis on health, broadly construed. The philosophy of the Applied Social Psychology Program is to use social psychological principles (i.e., theory and empirical foundations) and strong research methods to investigate socially based issues and to evaluate ameliorative efforts associated with these issues. The ideal candidate will focus on one or more of the following topics: contextual influences on health (e.g., environment, social relationships, workplace), risky health behaviors, and health disparities across the life course (e.g., ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation). Teaching responsibilities will include graduate and undergraduate courses in social and health psychology.

(2) COGNITIVE PSYCHOLOGY. Area of specialization within cognitive psychology is open, but preference will be given to candidates who build upon the Program's strengths in human learning and human memory. The ideal candidate will have a range of behavioral research skills and conduct basic empirical research that is closely integrated with theory. Teaching responsibilities will include graduate and undergraduate courses in cognitive psychology.

(3) COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGY. This position is for our APA-accredited Counseling Psychology Program; candidates must have a Ph.D. from an APA-accredited Counseling or Clinical Psychology Program (or equivalent). The successful candidate must also have a license or be licensed-eligible as a psychologist in the State of Colorado. The area of specialization within counseling psychology is open, but preference will be given to candidates with a focus in health promotion, disease prevention, and/or integrated management of chronic illness. Graduate teaching responsibilities may include courses such as Psychopathology, Diversity Issues, Personality and Intellective Assessment; undergraduate courses may include Psychology of Personality and Abnormal Psychology.

ALL THREE POSITIONS:

Additional details about each of the three positions can be found at http://www.colostate.edu/Depts/Psychology. The teaching load is appropriate for a top-tier research university and is adjusted for grant activity. Depending upon the candidate's interests and background, other possible course assignments may include General Psychology, Research Methods in Psychology, History of Psychology, or graduate statistics. Application material (cover letter, curriculum vitae, preprints/reprints, statements of research and teaching interests, evidence of teaching effectiveness, if available, and e-mail addresses of three referees) should be submitted on-line at <http://www.natsci.colostate.edu/employment/psych/>http://www.natsci.colostate.edu/employment/psych/. The applicant should request three reference letters. Referees will be sent an access code (using the contact information provided by the applicant) for submitting the letters on-line. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled, but to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by October 17, 2011. Complete applications of the semi-finalist candidates will be available to department faculty for review. CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer. Colorado State University conducts background checks on all final candidates.

FACULTY POSITION IN INDUSTRIAL/ORGANIZATIONAL (I/O) PSYCHOLOGY
University of Western Ontario

Applications are invited for a tenure stream appointment in I/O Psychology at the rank of Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at The University of Western Ontario, effective July 1, 2012. We have a particular interest in applicants who specialize in topics that are typically associated with the "I" side of I/O psychology and who have a solid background in statistics/research methodology, but applicants trained in any area of I/O Psychology are strongly encouraged to apply.Applicants must have a Ph.D. or be very close to completing a Ph.D. by July 1, 2012, and the selected candidate will be expected to maintain an active research program, teach undergraduate and graduate courses in I/O psychology topics, and provide graduate student supervision.

The Psychology Department has approximately 50 faculty members, 20 staff members, and over 100 graduate students enrolled in the Masters and Ph.D. programs.It is one of the most distinguished psychology departments in Canada and has a very strong I/O Psychology group. Further information about Psychology, and the I/O Psychology group, at Western may be found at http://www.ssc.uwo.ca/psychology/ and http://psychology.uwo.ca/IO, respectively.

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests and teaching experience (including teaching ratings, if available), copies of representative publications, and arrange to have 3 letters of recommendation sent to: Dr. Albert Katz, Chair, Department of Psychology, The University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada N6A 5C2. Consideration of applications will commence on September 15, 2011, and will continue until the position is filled.

This position is subject to budgetary approval. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and Permanent Residents will be given priority. The University of Western Ontario is committed to employment equity and welcomes applications from all qualified women and men, including visible minorities, aboriginal people, and persons with disabilities.

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July 12

Job Title: Mental Health Programs Director
Reports to: Country Director, Iraq
Purpose: To provide training, project management and monitoring and evaluation to Mental Health Education and Services projects in Iraq.
Location: Sulaimaniya, Iraqi Kurdistan
Commitment: 1 year (minimum)

Summary: This position primarily provides co-leadership with national faculty at Koya University for the establishment, operations, and ongoing development of the first graduate program in applied psychology in Iraqi Kurdistan, as a major initiative for capacity building in the Iraqi mental health field. The position entails oversight of all aspects of the program to ensure that it meets appropriate educational standards in the preparation of versatile, competent, and professionally responsible clinical professionals who can then contribute to further growth of the discipline. It additionally calls for a knowledge of contemporary psychological science, theory, and models of practice with individuals and systems, and the ability to culturally adapt them to the clinical needs of Kurdish and Arab populations. These needs include but are not limited to trauma recovery, treatment strategies for depression and anxiety, prevention of gender-based violence and suicide, and elimination of stigma and promotion of human rights for those with psychological problems. The position secondarily entails responsibility for close collaboration in program planning, implementation, and evaluation with the leadership of the Trauma Rehabilitation and Training Center and clinical supervision of the center staff and additional mental health workers in the Burn Hospital and other sites as needed. It also calls for consultation regarding services at the Qalawa Camp, the Duhok Mental Health Center, and other related mental health projects as needed, including the integration of psychosocial approaches and psycho-education into the delivery of primary care treatments. The majority of beneficiaries will be victims of human rights abuses, and the position requires both academic and work-related experience in trauma-informed mental health care. The individual will report to the Country Director and be based generally three days a week on the campus of Koya University and the rest of the week in Sulaimaniya or on field visits in Iraqi Kurdistan. The position also may involve national and international travel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Professor of Psychology (55%): The position requires substantial participation in:

* Creating criteria for successful completion of the curriculum and other qualifications for a Masters Degree in Applied Clinical Psychology.
* Selecting and orienting new students.
* Designating courses and their sequence.
* Developing supplemental academic resources.
* Designing course syllabi and requirements.
* Teaching two to three courses a semester.
* Assigning other courses to additional visiting or internal faculty.
* Advising and evaluating students.
* Developing and maintaining appropriate educational policies and procedures.
* Developing practicum sites, structuring training expectations and supervisory. roles in practicum placements, developing the necessary documentation for ongoing collaborations between practicum sites and Koya University.
* Developing additional academic activities for students to assist in the development of students' professional goals and relationships.
* Advising students on research planning for master's theses.
* Coordinating with other university faculty and administration on all aspects of the program.
* Presenting at other universities on relevant issues, as time and opportunity allow.
* Advocating for governmental recognition and support of the academic mission and subsequent utilization of graduates of the program.
* Managing (guiding, organizing, directing) the involvement of other international contributors in it.

Clinical Supervisor (25%) - The position additionally requires:

* Providing workshops and clinical supervision for health professionals and paraprofessionals.
* Working with project staff to ascertain, obtain and/or develop articles, training resources, visual aids and technology appropriate to training programs,
* Determining skill level and previous training of health care professionals, and adjusting training curricula to match needs, taking into consideration cultural values and beliefs,
* Providing training of trainers in clinical practices, as required,
* Managing and implementing or supervising family and group treatments for clients consistent with the program model,
* Monitoring client reviews to ensure that a client case record report is complete and accurate,
* Developing, implementing, overseeing and following up client treatment plans to ensure that realistic goals and deadlines of accomplishments are being met,
* Facilitating clinical case reviews,
* Supervising students and professionals in training with HA's mental health programs, and preparing other staff for the role of supervisor,
* Adhering to professional standards as outlined by governmental bodies, American Psychological Association (APA), National Association of Social Workers (NASW), Illinois Alcohol and Addictions Certification Board (IAACB), and private funding sources.
* Assisting in the development of organization plans/policies related to professional standards, and providing periodic evaluative reviews and/or in-house and external staff training to ensure that staff understand and continue to adhere to such standards
* Other duties may be assigned.

Program Development & Management (20%)

* Participation in the Program Directors Management Meetings, advising other program directors on the development of the mental health components in other programs especially on the implementation of the Mental Health Act in the Kurdistan Region.
* Management and oversight of Mental Health programs
* Management of the TRTC Transition Plan
* Assisting in the development of project funding proposals,
* Coordinating with the Country Director for regular reporting to Heartland Alliance and to donors.
* Developing policies and procedures for mental health and social services programs, in consultation with Country Director and other HA professional staff.
* Reviewing and assisting the Country Director in development of organizational policies and procedures.
* Collaborating with the TRTC administration and the Country Director to develop advocacy work with the Kurdistan Regional Government to assure future sustainability of mental health projects.
* Assisting in the development of plans to transition existing programs such as the CMHW program from Heartland Alliance to local actors and institutions i.e., the Ministry of Health.

* Other duties may be assigned

Educational and experiential qualifications

The position requires a doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology with successful completion of a one-year internship accredited by the American Psychological Association. It also requires graduate level psychology teaching experience; and an academic appointment as Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor at a university is preferred. State licensure and diplomate certification in Clinical or Counseling Psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology or other advanced training certification are also preferred. Significant experience in cross-cultural psychology, trauma-related assessment and therapies, clinical supervision, and international educational and training programs is strongly recommended as well.

Quantitative psychology at the University of Utah

The Department of Psychology at the University of Utah is seeking to fill one tenure-track assistant professor position in quantitative psychology. The search is open to a quantitative psychologist in any area (i.e., social, developmental, clinical, cognition, neuroscience). The ideal applicant should complement (e.g., multilevel modeling, structural equation modeling) and extend (e.g., scale design, generalizability theory, item response theory) existing expertise on the faculty. Preference will also be given to applicants who have their own substantive area of psychological research and scholarship. The University of Utah is located in Salt Lake City nestled in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains. With an enrollment of 30,000 students, University of Utah is the flagship research university for the state of Utah, and ranks 15th in the nation for significant awards to faculty for research efforts. In addition, the University of Utah maintains interdisciplinary quantitative connections through a masters of statistics program and has unique research opportunities through its hospital, and brain institute. The Department of Psychology is committed to the goal of promoting diversity in academia and welcomes candidates whose interest and skills contribute to this goal. Please send a letter detailing current research and teaching interests, a vita, representative reprints or preprints of publications and three letters of reference by October 1st, 2011 to: Dr. Jonathan Butner, Quantitative Search Committee, Department of Psychology, 380 S. 1530 E., Room 502, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84112. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and educator. Minorities, women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference. Reasonable accommodations provided. For additional information: http://www.regulations.utah.edu/humanResources/5-106.html

For information about the department, see http://www.psych.utah.edu.

DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY FACULTY POSITION, INDIANA UNIVERSITY

The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at Indiana University -- Bloomington seeks to fill a faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor (tenure-track) to begin August 2012. Applicants must have a doctorate, a strong record of publication, a program of research with the promise of significant and sustained contributions and the potential for research funding. Strong preference will be given to candidates whose research is theory-driven and spans both typical and atypical developmental processes. The department is highly integrative and collaborative. Teaching responsibilities will include courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels.

To apply, please send a curriculum vita, copies of representative publications, statements of research and teaching interests, and three (3) letters of recommendation to: Developmental Search, Linda B. Smith, Ph.D., Professor and Chair, Department of Psychology and Brain Sciences, 1101 E. 10th St., Indiana University, Bloomington, IN 47405.

Review of all applications will begin on November 1, 2011 and will continue until the position is filled. Indiana University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. The Department is committed to increasing faculty diversity and welcomes applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial, and cultural groups, sexual minorities, and from people with disabilities. Information about the department and the university is available at http://www.iub.edu.

Post-Doctoral Researcher
Lisbon University Institute (ISCTE-IUL)
Centre for Social Research and Intervention, Lisbon, Portugal

Applications are invited for one stipend for a full time Post-doctoral Researcher at the Lisbon University Institute (ISCTE-IUL), Centre for Social Research and Intervention, Lisbon, Portugal, to work on the project "The social costs of discrimination claims: Boundaries and consequences", financed by the Portuguese Foundation for Science and Technology (PTDC/PSI-PSO/098852/2008).

The project has as general objective the examination of the social costs of discrimination claims, and it includes the study of the conditions that modify these costs, as well as their consequences. This project is supervised by Dr. Manuela Barreto (Lisbon University Institute, ISCTE-IUL) and Prof. Cheryl Kaiser (University of Washington). The work will be carried out at the Centre for Social Intervention, Lisbon University Institute, Lisbon, Portugal.
The Centre for Social Research and Intervention includes a strong and very international group of researchers on social cognition and intergroup relations and was recently evaluated as 'Excellent' by an international team of evaluators (<http://www.cis.iscte.pt>http://www.cis.iscte.pt ).

Tasks:
The postdoctoral researcher will continue the work started within this project by collaborating with the supervising team to plan, carry out, analyse and report experimental studies that examine the implications of discrimination claims for majority and for minority group members.

Candidate profile:
The successful candidate will have a PhD in Social Psychology and be able to demonstrate that s/he is able to conduct research independently and of international quality, as demonstrated by international peer-reviewed publications. Preference will be given to candidates with experience with experimental research, as well as to candidates with some experience in the collection olf psycho-physiological data. Excellent command of the English language, spoken and written is essential, but knowledge of the Portuguese language is not required.

Duration of the stipend:
12 months, with expected starting date of September, October, or November 2011.
Value and conditions of the stipend:
According to the table of stipends of the Portuguese Foundation for Science and Technology, the stipend will amount to € 1495 per month, netto, for 12 months, to which contribution to social security is added.

Applications:
Applications should be sent to Dr Manuela Barreto <mailto:<mailto:manuela.barreto@iscte.pt>manuela.barreto@iscte.pt >
The competition will open on the 4th of July and close on the 20th of July 2011.
The application should include: a letter of motivation, the candidate's curriculum vitae, two reference letters. Applications can also include a maximum of two international articles published by the candidate.

Jury: Manuela Barreto (chair), Kimberly Barsamian Kahn, Mauro Bianchi. Substitutes: Elizabeth Collins, Patricia Arriaga.
For more information, feel free to contact Dr Manuela Barreto manuela.barreto@iscte.pt

June 28

Assistant Professor of Psychology Tenure-Track
Date Opened: 6-16-2011
Closing Date: 10-15-2011 or until filled

http://www.southwestern.edu/live/news/5280-assistant-professor-of-psychology-tenuretrackdetails.php

Southwestern University invites applications for a tenure track position in psychology at the assistant professor level to begin Fall 2012. Candidates in any area of psychology are encouraged to apply, although preference will be given to candidates whose area of specialization would broaden our current offerings.  Desired areas include, but are not limited to, industrial/organizational, human factors, human computer interaction, cognitive neuroscience, health psychology, lifespan development, and applied social psychology.

Candidates should have a Ph.D. in their discipline with demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching.  The successful candidate will be expected to establish an active program of scholarship which would afford undergraduate students opportunities to participate in basic or applied research and service learning experiences (e.g., internships).  Teaching expectations will include introductory psychology, research methods, and courses in the area of specialization.  The department currently has five members in the areas of behavioral neuroscience, clinical, comparative, developmental, and social psychology and offers both the B.A. and B.S. degrees.  We are especially interested in candidates committed to advancing diversity in academia.

Southwestern University is a selective, undergraduate institution committed to a broad-based liberal arts, sciences, and fine arts education. Southwestern currently enrolls approximately 1,250 students and maintains a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1.  In addition to a number of other national organizations, Southwestern University is a member of two consortia of liberal arts colleges, the Associated Colleges of the South and the Annapolis Group. Located in Georgetown, Texas, 28 miles north of downtown Austin, Southwestern is affiliated with The United Methodist Church. Southwestern University is committed to fostering a diverse educational environment and encourages applications from members of groups traditionally under-represented in academia.  For information concerning the University, visit our Web site at http://www.southwestern.edu.

Applications will be reviewed beginning October 15, 2011, and will continue until the position is filled.  Applicants should send a cover letter describing their teaching and research interests, a vita, three letters of recommendation, and evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., syllabi, teaching evaluations) and scholarly excellence (reprints/preprints) to the address listed below or to lambs@southwestern.edu.

Susan Lamb, Olin Building Faculty Secretary
Assistant Professor in Psychology Search
Southwestern University
P.O. Box 770
Georgetown, TX 78627-0770

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June 23

Postdoctoral Position at U. Texas

NIH MIDAS POSTDOCTORAL POSITION: MODELING INFLUENZA-RELATED BEHAVIOR AND CONTROL

A postdoctoral position is available to join Professor Lauren Ancel Meyers' group http://www.bio.utexas.edu/research/meyers/ at The University of Texas at Austin in the Section of Integrative Biology. Funding is from an NIH MIDAS grant held jointly by Dr. Alison Galvani (Yale School of Public Health) and Dr. Lauren Meyers, and projects will be pursued in collaboration with both PIs. The focus of the research would be to develop and analyze models of influenza transmission and control, with particular focus on human and organizational decision-making.

These positions will require motivated individuals who have published in epidemiology, population biology, psychology, network modeling, economics, applied math, operations research, statistics and/or computer science. Mathematical, statistical and/or computational modeling skills are essential.

The salary will be at least according to NIH pay scale, commensurate with experience and expertise. Funding is available for up to three years.

To apply please send CV, brief statement of research interests and contact information for two academic references to laurenmeyers@mail.utexas.edu.

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June 17

Assistant/Associate Professor in Psychology
School of Psychology
University of Nottingham-Malaysia Campus

An exciting academic job in psychology is available in our recently established School of Psychology at the Malaysia Campus.

The successful candidate will have access to labs equipped with high quality research facilities, including eye tracking and EEG.  Duties will include research, administration and teaching through lectures, practical classes, tutorials and project supervision as directed by the Director of Studies.

The School covers the specialisms of cognitive psychology, cognitive neuroscience; social and health psychology; and developmental psychology.  Further information about the School's profile is available on our website:

http://www.nottingham.edu.my/Psychology/index.aspx

We seek a talented individual with a proven record of research and teaching with expertise in the area of experimental social psychology and/or personality. Candidates who are qualified to use our laboratory facilities are especially welcome.

Address informal enquiries to Prof Peter Mitchell, Director of Studies:

peter.mitchell@nottingham.edu.my

Applications, specifying the job being applied for, with current curriculum vitae, should be sent before 22nd July to:

Pn Salma Abd Kadir,
Faculty Administrator
Faculty of Science
The University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus
Jalan Broga, 43500 Semenyih,
Selangor, Malaysia.
Email: Salma.Abdkadir@nottingham.edu.my

June 16

Post-doctoral Fellow Position at Wayne State University

Wayne State University (WSU) School of Medicine Pediatric Prevention Research Center (PPRC) invites applications for one post-doctoral research fellow position. The qualified candidate will be expected to participate in a NIH-funded research project on resilience-based psychosocial intervention among children affected by HIV in China. The primary responsibility includes, but is not limited to, data analysis, literature review, preparation of manuscripts and grant applications, and other related tasks. We are seeking highly motivated candidate with long-term interest in a research career in an academic setting. The applicants must have a doctoral degree in psychology or related fields by the time of appointment. Other qualifications include advanced training in research methodology and statistics, strong analytic skills, ability to work independently, effective organizational and communication skills, and proficiency in SPSS or other statistical programming. Previous research experiences in child development or psychosocial intervention are preferred. The position is renewable contingent upon the job performance and availability of funding. For prompt consideration, please send applications including curriculum vitae, cover letter describing research interests and long term career objectives, contact information of three references, and copies of relevant publications should be sent to: Xiaoming Li, Ph.D., Prevention Research Center, Hutzel Building, Suite W534, 4707 St. Antoine, Detroit, Michigan 48201-2196 or by email: xiaoming_li@wayne.edu. Review of applications will begin July 1 but the position will remain open until filled.

June 13

Assistant Professor of Psychology
University of Tennessee

The Department of Psychology at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has extended the search for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Social Psychology and invites applications for this position which will begin in August, 2012. The Department currently consists of 29 faculty in three Ph.D. programs (Clinical, Counseling, and Experimental). The position is in the Experimental Program, which comprises the Biological, Developmental, and Social areas. Information about the Department and the Social Area is online at: http://psychology.utk.edu

Candidates should have a Ph.D., strong research record, enthusiasm for teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels, and potential for extramural funding. Applicants should submit their vita, research statement, representative publications, teaching philosophy, and three letters of recommendation to the Social Psychology Search Committee, c/o Ms. Connie Ogle, Department of Psychology, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 37996-0900. Review of applications will begin September 5, 2011 and continue until the position is filled.  The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University. Women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply.

The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services.  All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.

June 7

Tilburg University: Vacancy for Assistant Professor in Organizational-, Economic- or Social Psychology, Fixed term, 3 years (full time)

The job
Members of the Department of Social Psychology supervise students and teach a variety of modules at both Bachelors and Masters level and participate in the two-year Research Master, covering a variety of significant topics from Social Psychology, Economic Psychology and Work & Organizational Psychology. The overarching research program of the Department of Social Psychology is Social Decision Making. The Department of Social Psychology participates in the interdisciplinary research institute TIBER, the Tilburg Institute for Behavioral Economics Research, devoted to studying the psychological processes underlying individual choice and economic decision making from an interdisciplinary perspective.

Tasks
The professor will work in the area of organizational psychology, economic psychology or social psychology. The tasks are: - Conducting empirical research fitting the research program of the Department - Writing articles in high quality scientific journals - Teaching courses (in Dutch or English) in Organizational Psychology or Economic Psychology or other courses offered by the department, on the BSc and MSc level - Supervising individual student projects at BSc - and MSc -level.

Your profile
The candidate has the following qualifications: - PhD in Psychology or related areas - Passionate researcher/teacher - High quality publications in scientific journals - Experience and affinity with teaching in the area of Psychology - Profound knowledge of English - For non-Dutch candidates: readiness to learn Dutch

Employment terms and conditions
This is a 3-year contract, with a 50% teaching load. The salary for the position of an Assistant Professor on a full-time basis ranges between € 3195 and € 4970,- gross per month (various allowances are not included).

Other
The Department of Social Psychology is an intellectually exciting and productive group, advancing fundamental understanding in the areas of social, economic and work & organizational psychology, whilst also contributing to effective practice in organizations and society. The basic and applied research of the department is highly recognized both nationally and internationally.

Information and Application
Additional information about Tilburg University and the Department of Social Psychology can be retrieved from: http://www.uvt.nl
Specific information about the vacancy can be obtained from Marcel Zeelenberg, professor of Economic Psychology, Tilburg University, P.O.Box 90153, 5000 LE Tilburg, The Netherlands, telephone <tel:%2B31134668276>+31134668276, e-mail M.Zeelenberg@uvt.nl, or Ilja van Beest, professor of Social Psychology, telephone, <tel:%2B31134662472>+31134662472, e-mail i.vanbeest@uvt.nl

Applications, including curriculum vitae, a letter of motivation, and two recent (forthcoming) publications) should be send, before July 1, 2011 to Marcel Zeelenberg. We are looking for people that could start in September 2011 or sooner.

Three Vacant Posts at the University of Limerick (Ireland)

The University of Limerick (UL) with over 11,500 students and 1,300
staff is an energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record
of innovation and excellence in education, research and scholarship.
The dynamic, entrepreneurial and pioneering values which drive UL's
mission and strategy ensures that we capitalise on local, national and
international engagement and connectivity. We are renowned for
providing an outstanding student experience and conducting leading
edge research. Our commitment is to make a difference by shaping the
future through educating and empowering our students. UL is situated
on a superb riverside campus of over 130 hectares with the River
Shannon as a unifying focal point. Outstanding recreational, cultural
and sporting facilities further enhance this exceptional learning and
research environment.

LECTURER (below the bar) in Psychology (2 posts); fixed terms
Salary scale: in Euro: 1,498 - 51,722 p.a.
(Less 10% and 1st point, for new entrants to the Public Sector)
Contract 1 - Start: 01/08/2011 Finish: 31/07/2016
Contract 2 - Start: 01/01/2012 Finish: 31/07/2014

QUALIFICATIONS:
Primary degree and postgraduate research degree in psychology. PhD in
Psychology or imminent achievement thereof after taking up the post.

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
The Department of Psychology at UL was established in 2007 and the
successful candidate with contribute to the development of the
Department. Applications are invited from candidates who:
· Teach at the undergraduate and postgraduate level.
· Conduct research and publish in high quality academic peer reviewed journals.
· Attract external research funding to support research in psychology.
· Undertake administrative tasks associated with an academic position.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience
The successful candidate must have:
· A PhD in psychology or must provide evidence in the application for
its imminent achievement when taking up the post.
· Excellent research potential in terms of high quality publications
in scientific journals and potential for securing research funding.
· A publication record appropriate to the stage of career and
experience and skills in teaching in psychology.
· The ability to teach and supervise students in both the
undergraduate and postgraduate curriculum.

Desirable
Preference may be given to applicants who:
· Can consolidate and augment the teaching and research profile of the
Department of Psychology. That is, we especially welcome applications
of candidates who can contribute to teaching and research in two or
more of the following areas: social, economic, forensic, personality
and political psychology. Expertise in research methods including
psychometrics would also be beneficial.
· Can demonstrate good team work and administrative skills.

CLOSING DATE:
The closing date for receipt of applications is June 7, 2011.
Applications must be completed online before 12 noon on the closing
date. For more information and for access to the online application:
http://www.ul.ie/hrvacancies/

Informal enquiries regarding the posts may be directed to:
Dr Eric Igou, Head, Dept of Psychology
University of Limerick
Castletroy, Co. Limerick, Ireland
Email: eric.igou@ul.ie
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TEACHING ASSISTANT in Psychology; fixed term: 9 months
Salary in Euro: 30,961 p.a. pro rata
(Less 10% for new entrants to the Public Sector)

QUALIFICATIONS:
A 2:1 undergraduate honours degree or above in psychology.
OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
To contribute to Departmental teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience
A 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in psychology. Candidates must have
good interpersonal skills and must demonstrate an ability to teach
students at undergraduate level. They must be able to teach in at
least two core areas of undergraduate psychology. They will also be
expected to assess coursework, mark examinations, and to demonstrate
administrative skills in relation to the teaching obligations.

Desirable
A postgraduate qualification in Psychology. Preference may be given to
applicants who can contribute to teaching in social psychology and in
research methods. Experience of teaching at third level is preferred.

CLOSING DATE:
The closing date for receipt of applications is June 10, 2011.
Applications must be completed online before 12 noon on the closing
date. For more information and for access to the online application:
http://www.ul.ie/hrvacancies/

Informal enquiries regarding the post may be directed to:
Dr Eric Igou, Head, Dept of Psychology
University of Limerick
Castletroy, Co. Limerick, Ireland
Email: eric.igou@ul.ie

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May 25

One-year visiting professor (rank open)
University of Maryland in College Park

The Department of Psychology at the University of Maryland in College
Park is seeking to fill a one-year visiting professor (rank open) or
lecturer position in Social, Decision, and Organizational Sciences
(SDOS). The position spans the 2011-2012 Academic Year, with a start
date of August 23, 2011. The position might also be of interest to
scholars who would wish to spend sabbatical time with us.

Duties will include teaching social and/or organizational undergraduate
classroom and laboratory courses at the introductory and advanced levels
in our department of 1100+ undergraduate majors. The visiting scholar is
expected to teach six undergraduate courses in the 2011-12 Academic Year
and may help mentor SDOS graduate students. Teaching load for sabbatical
visitors will be arranged on an individual basis.

A Ph.D. in psychology or related field as well as at least 2 years
experience teaching psychology at the college level is required. Salary
is competitive, and teaching conditions are excellent. Opportunities
may exist for teaching in summer school and winter term for additional
compensation. There are extensive opportunities for interdisciplinary
collaboration both on campus and at universities and federal
laboratories in the Washington DC metropolitan area.

Please apply electronically by sending a PDF file containing your cover
letter, a CV, and a statement of research and teaching interests to
search@psyc.umd.edu. Please put the words SDOS SEARCH in the subject
heading of your email, followed by your last name. Please also arrange
to have three letters of recommendation sent electronically to the same
address with the subject heading SDOS SEARCH-YOUR NAME-RECOMMENDER'S
NAME. In addition, please send a signed copy of your cover letter to

Ms. Julia Coldren
SDOS Search Committee Coordinator
Department of Psychology
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742.

Inquires for the position can be addressed to
Dr. Charles Stangor (stangor@psyc.umd.edu)

The University of Maryland is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment
Opportunity Employer.
For best consideration, materials should arrive by June 15, 2011.

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May 16

Assistant Director of Academic Advising and Online Initiatives
Virginia Commonwealth University

The Psychology Department is currently searching for an Assistant Director of Academic Advising and Online Initiatives, a professional faculty position that assists the Associate Director of Academic Operations in providing leadership and oversight to academic advising services to the Department's 1500 undergraduate majors, including the coordination of the undergraduate advising center, the training and supervision of graduate student assistant advisors, developing online coursework related to advising and teaching those online advising courses for all majors and other duties as assigned. This position also serves as a resource to the Department to faculty preparing online courses. The position assists the Associate Director of Academic Operations as needed and reports to the Associate Director of Academic Operations. Masters Degree in Counseling or related field along with a professional or academic background in Psychology is required. Some nights and weekends required.

Responsibilities include:

Supervise and train GTAs in all matters related to academic advising for over 1500 Psychology majors, following best practices as outlined by NACADA and APA.
Develop and teach online "Discovering the Major: Psychology" course to students and to revise the course for transfer students.

Advise undergraduate students, assisting them in educational and career planning, understanding requirements for the major, navigating university processes and procedures, and referring to university resources.

• Keep current and share with GTAs and peers new technology, programs, etc., related to online instruction initiatives.
• Meet regularly with the Associate Director of Academic Operations and provide feedback on advising and advisors.
• Anticipate potential advising issues and proactively address.
• Must liase with Transfer center, College Dean's office, Career Center, University Counseling Center, and other units as needed.
• Communicate clearly with student body and maintain department Blackboard organization.
• Work with Associate Director of Academic Operations to establish required actions for students and clearly communicate requirements to students.
• Assist Associate Director of Academic Operations and Director of Undergraduate Programs with current and prospective student-related events.
• Coordinates and delivers the Department's participation in transfer orientation.
• Maintain confidential files.
• Provide professional communication to faculty, staff, students and administrators.
• Demonstrated expertise with Banner, large data sets (Excel and SPSS), Powerpoint with recorded narrations, TechSmith-JING, WiSoft, Camtasia, and other relevant programs.
• Must be knowledgeable of FERPA requirements.
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff and student environment.
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively as part of a team.

This position requires professional discretion. The successful candidate will have access to detailed student records and must maintain strict confidentiality.

This position requires attention to detail. This person helps students make academic decisions which impact degree progress, financial expenditures, future plans and must understand the impact of his/her actions in this capacity.

The successful candidate will have:

• 3 years experience in progressively responsible roles in higher education advising, Psychology preferred.
• Supervisory experience.
• Experience developing and teaching online coursework.
• Experience working in a high volume academic unit. Demonstrated ability to thrive when multi-tasking.

Applicants should submit a coverletter, cv, supporting online teaching documentation and three letters of documentation to Chair, Search Committee for Assistant Director of Academic Advising and Online Initiatives, Department of Psychology, College of Humanities and Sciences, Virginia Commonwealth University, P.O. Box 842018, Richmond, VA 23284-2018. Applications must be received by June 11, 2011.

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

May 9

Postdoc at the Centre for the Study of Cultural Evolution in Stockholm

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May 6

Clinical Assistant Professor (non-tenure track), University of Utah

The Clinical Psychology Program at the University of Utah invites candidates for a unique non-tenure track position focusing on the clinical training of doctoral students in our APA-accredited program. We are seeking an individual with expertise in teaching and implementing evidence-based practice who can teach practicum courses in Assessment and/or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, including providing didactic instruction and clinical supervision of graduate students. Skills in working with both children and adults are desirable but not required. In addition, in collaboration with the Clinical Training Committee, this position will involve primary responsibility for the coordination of existing community clerkships for advanced students, as well as the development of new clerkship opportunities and the fostering of externally funded clinical training/research initiatives with our community training sites. The successful candidate also will contribute to the undergraduate teaching mission of the university by offering courses in his or her area of interest. Qualifications for this position include a PhD in Clinical Psychology from an APA-approved program and completion of an APA-approved internship, eligibility for licensure in the State of Utah, training and experience in evidence based practice, clinical supervisory experience, and evidence of potential for success in facilitating collaborations with community clinical placements. Opportunities also exist for combining this position with a part-time independent clinical practice.

The Clinical Psychology Program has a strong history of collaboration within its four major areas of concentration (Neuropsychology, Clinical Child and Family, Health Psychology, and Human Sexuality), as well as with the Department's other three graduate training programs (Developmental, Social, and Cognition and Neurosciences). The University of Utah also is home to the Health Sciences Center, Neuropsychiatric Institute, and Research Park, as well as being adjacent to Primary Children's Hospital, the Center for Safe and Healthy Families, the Children's Center, and the Veteran's Administration Hospital, where substantial opportunities for collaborative clinical work and research are available.

The University of Utah is located in Salt Lake City, nestled in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains. With an enrollment of 30,000 students, University of Utah is the flagship research university for the State of Utah, and ranks 15th in the nation for significant awards to faculty for research efforts. The Department of Psychology is committed to the goal of promoting diversity in academia and welcomes candidates whose interest and skills contribute to this goal. Please send a letter detailing current clinical, research, and teaching interests, a vita, and three letters of reference by June 15th, 2011 to: Dr. Patricia Kerig, p.kerig@utah.edu or by mail to Clinical Search Committee, Department of Psychology, 380 S. 1530 E., Room 502, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84112. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students. The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, strongly encourages applications from women and minorities, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. http://www.psych.utah.edu/researchareas/clinical/description.php

April 29

Research Position (permanent), Versailles-Satory, France

PERMANENT POSITION OF RESEARCHER

Psychology of driving: Analysis of the road users' behavior determinants and change processes

Discipline: Psychology

Research Unit: The Laboratory of Driver Psychology (LPC) of the French Institute of Science and Technology for Transport, Development and Networks "IFSTTAR" (EX-INRETS) located in Versailles-Satory (FRANCE)

Road transport supply more oriented towards sustainable development called behavioral changes at multiple levels from the choice of mode of transport to the activity of driving itself. Technological changes concurrent with the new offer of transportation need to focus on risk-taking and discuss solutions to secure road travels. Knowledge of risk factors is a major focus at LPC, especially those generated by these new issues, to promote safer and more responsible practices. The researcher hired will work in a dynamic environment enriched by scientific equipment recently acquired by LPC (instrumented vehicle, driving simulator modular, mini driving simulator).

Candidate Profile
The position is open to the candidate(s) hold a PhD in social psychology (social cognition). Knowledge of expectations-values models, behavior change models and integrated models of information processing (embodied cognition, motivated cognition, etc.) will be a valuable asset. Control of the experimental method and autonomy in data analysis (linear and non linear models, etc.) are required. Publications in refereed journals, aptitude for teamwork and interpersonal skills are essential. All these skills will enable the researcher hired to initiate research projects bringing together researchers from the LPC with other public and private partners at national and international level (including EU projects). A good knowledge of French will be appreciated.

For their application, the candidate(s) should consult: http://www.ifsttar.fr/recrutements/ and should contact Dr Patricia Delhomme, Head of LPC. Phone: tel: 33 (0) 1 30 84 39 65 or 33 (0) 6 84 48 25 85, email: patricia.delhomme@ifsttar.fr. This position is opened to competition by May, 13rd 2011 for junior researchers (CR2 position) or researchers who have at least 4 years of experience in research after their PhD (CR1 position).

Visiting Instructional Assistant Professor position at the University of Mississippi

THE DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI (http://www.olemiss.edu/depts/psychology), invites applications for a visiting instructional assistant professor to teach four courses each in the fall and spring semesters, beginning August 2011. This is a 9-month position, with the possibility of renewal for a second year. The candidate filling this position will be asked to teach a variety of undergraduate courses as needed by the department such as cognitive psychology, introductory psychology, elementary statistics, learning, and psychology lab courses. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in psychology by the time of appointment in an area that is consistent with departmental teaching needs. The University has an online system for submitting application materials. Interested persons should submit an application and include a cover letter as well as a curriculum vitae and a statement of teaching philosophy. All of these materials must be submitted online at https://jobs.olemiss.edu - please follow the instructions at this website for applying. Questions concerning online submission problems should be directed to the University Employment Office at employ@olemiss.edu or tel: 662-915-5690. Additionally, applicants should also make arrangements to have three letters of recommendation sent directly to Dr. Karen Sabol, Search Committee Chair, Department of Psychology, University of Mississippi, University, MS 38677. Questions about the positions may also be directed to Dr. Sabol at ksabol@olemiss.edu or (662) 915-1206. Review of materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled or an adequate applicant pool is reached. The University of Mississippi is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer.

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April 28

Postdoc in Health Disparities
University of Arizona

The Department of Psychology of the University of Arizona invites applications for a postdoctoral research associate position in Social Psychology.  The position is funded by a grant to Drs. Jeff Stone (Psychology) and Gordon Moskowitz (Lehigh University) to investigate the role that implicit stereotyping plays in creating health disparities for Hispanic patients. The primary duties include facilitating the recruitment of participants and collection of data, developing/designing future experiments, scoring and analyzing data, and co-authoring manuscripts. There exists the opportunity to pursue additional research, either in conjunction
with any of the faculty at Arizona or Lehigh, or independently.

The position is funded for one year and renewable for 1-2 additional years dependent on availability of funds and satisfactory performance. Successful applicants will have demonstrated interests in implicit cognition, strong experimental and statistical training, and a track record of completing outstanding research.  A Ph.D. in Social Psychology or a related behavioral discipline must be completed prior to starting this position.  The start date is flexible but early in the summer of 2011 is preferred.

For full consideration, please submit an electronic application for job #47436 at http://www.uacareertrack.com by Wednesday, May 18, 2011. Applications should include curriculum vitae, a statement of purpose describing your research interests and goals, and have at least three letters of recommendation sent directly to jeffs@email.arizona.edu.

For questions, please contact Jeff Stone at jeffs@email.arizona.edu or Gordon Moskowitz at gbm@lehigh.edu.  Information about the social psychology program, the University of Arizona, and the city of Tucson can be found using the link at http://psychology.arizona.edu/programs/g_each/social.php.

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April 22

Visiting Clinical Assistant position at Idaho State University

The Psychology Department at Idaho State University invites applications for a visiting Assistant Professor position in Psychology beginning August 2011. The position requires a doctoral degree from an APA-accredited clinical psychology program. Clinical expertise in health psychology/behavioral medicine and/or other areas complementary to existing clinical faculty is preferred. Candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate (e.g., introduction to psychology, statistics) and graduate (e.g., ethics, assessment, topical seminars) courses, including their specialty, and supervise doctoral students' clinical training. Preference will be given to applicants with teaching and supervision experience. Individuals who have completed an APA accredited internship but are ABD may be considered if they have relevant teaching and supervision experience.

Idaho State University offers a BS in psychology, a PhD in general experimental psychology, and an APA-accredited Ph.D. in clinical psychology (scientist-practitioner model). Pocatello is located in southeast Idaho and boasts many world-class recreational opportunities and easy access to Yellowstone, Grand Teton, Sun Valley, Sawtooth Mountains, the Snake River, Boise, ID, and Salt Lake City, UT. Review of applications begins April 29th; open until filled. For further information and to apply online, visit: https://isujobs.net. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Shannon Lynch, Interim Chair, at lyncshan@isu.edu or 208 282 2110.

Idaho State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Employer. We welcome and strongly encourage applications from veterans, women, people of color, and people with disabilities. Visit our webpage at http://www.isu.edu/psych.

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April 19

17 doctoral and post-doctoral positions - EU-project TESIS

Announcing 17 doctoral and post-doctoral positions to be filled within the EU-project TESIS "Toward an Embodied Science of InterSubjectivity", an integrated ITN programme to investigate the foundations of human sociality.

Further information see PDF file.

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April 14

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Interdisciplinary Studies in Cultural or Social Neuroscience
FPR-Hampshire College Culture, Brain and Development program

The FPR-Hampshire College Culture, Brain and Development program is accepting applications for a two-year Postdoctoral Fellowship in Interdisciplinary Studies in Cultural or Social Neuroscience.

The purpose of the fellowship is to encourage undergraduate teaching and research around questions about how neurobiological and cultural factors interact with and influence psychological and social behaviors and clinical practices.

For further information, please visit:
http://www.hampshire.edu/hr/971.htm

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April 6

ACLS announces Public Fellows program

ACLS is happy to announce the Public Fellows program, which will place eight recent PhDs in staff positions at partnering agencies in government and the non-profit sector for two years. The Public Fellows program aims to demonstrate the value of employing skilled and accomplished young scholars in a variety of capacities, thereby broadening the academy's conventional ideas of the Ph.D. career path. Details on eligibility and the application process are available at http://www.acls.org/programs/publicfellows/.

Public Fellows will begin their positions in fall 2011. The deadline for applications is May 16, 3pm EDT.

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March 28

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Social Cognition
Division of Psychology and Language Sciences, University College London

We seek to appoint an internationally recognised scientist who will develop a thriving research programme in the field of Social Cognition. We are seeking candidates whose research agenda will attract broad-ranging high-level collaborations within the wide community of UCL and its partners, and also nationally/internationally, and thereby strengthen UCL's reputation internationally as a leader in the field. The division of psychology has advanced technology for the study of socio-cognitive processes, including fMRI, eye-, speech- and motion-tracking equipment for dyadic and group settings, as well as a 360o video camera. In addition to the newly formed MSc program
in Social Cognition, the Division also offers a cutting edge MSc program in Judgement and Decision Making.

The candidate will contribute significantly to teaching advanced social psychology, attitudes and group processes, particularly on the MSc in Social Cognition.

Key Requirements: Applicants must have a PhD or equivalent in Psychology or a related subject, and a demonstrated ability to gain significant research funding. Post-holders will be expected to undertake and encourage world-class research which enhances and/or extends the activities of UCL; to raise funds in order to support their research programme, postdoctoral research staff and PhD students; to contribute to research-led teaching, especially via the development of specialised content for postgraduate and doctoral level professional degrees, and to perform the normal administrative duties expected of a member of academic staff.

Informal enquiries can be made to the head of department Prof. Kate Jefferyk.jeffery@ucl.ac.uk), or to Ana Guinote (a.guinote@ucl.ac.uk).

To apply for the vacancy please visit here.

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Two Behavioral Medicine Postdocs at The University of Alabama:
Psychosocial Pain Management and Sleep Medicine- Fall 2011

Postdoc in Psychosocial Pain Management (with Beverly Thorn, Ph.D.)

Day-to-day management of ongoing cognitive-behavioral research program for management of chronic pain in rural, low SES minorities and non-minorities. Postdoc will provide assistance with supervision of clinical research duties of graduate trainees, co-interventionist with a graduate student leading CBT and education group, database management, public relations and site development, assistance with preparation of future grant proposals. 

Candidates should have completed their doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology or have it completed by the start of work, including a predoctoral internship. Postdoctoral fellow will receive experience in Psychosocial clinical intervention with patients with chronic pain; group intervention experience; supervision of clinical or research associates; grant writing, manuscript preparation for publication.

For more information, contact Beverly Thorn, tel:205-348-5024>205-348-5024; bthorn@ua.edu

Post doc- behavioral sleep medicine (with Kenneth Lichstein, Ph.D.)

I have an opening for a 2-year post doc (PD) position. The primary emphasis will be on grant preparation, and I will closely mentor the PD. Areas of grant applications include abbreviated delivery of CBT for insomnia and sleep in cancer. Depending on the PD's preferences, there will be opportunities for conducting research, article/chapter writing, teaching, and behavioral sleep medicine clinical practicum in our AASM accredited program.

For more information, contact Kenny Lichstein, tel:205%20348-4962>205 348-4962; lichstein@ua.edu

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March 21

University of Cologne, Department of Psychology & Department of Economics
Postdoctoral Researcher

Applications are invited for a three-year postdoctoral position in social cognition and behavioral economics. This position is to work on an interdisciplinary research grant awarded to Prof. Thomas Mussweiler (Department of Psychology) and Prof. Axel Ockenfels (Department of Economics), University of Cologne, Germany.

The aim of the project is to examine the cognitive underpinnings of social behavior in economic interaction. The work will involve the adaptation of paradigms from social cognition and behavioral economics research. The successful candidate will work closely with two predoctoral researchers that will be hired at the same time. Also, the research will be embedded into a larger, interdisciplinary research network.

This is a full-time position (39,83 hours/week), starting on June 1st 2011 or at the candidate's earliest convenience. Applicants must hold a university degree (e. g. Diplom, Master, Magister or equivalent). The ideal candidate would have a PhD in psychology or economics, experience in social cognition and/or behavioral economics research and an interest in interdisciplinary research that attempts to bridge both fields.

The University of Cologne offers outstanding research facilities and a vibrant research environment, particularly in social cognition and behavioral economics. The University of Cologne is an equal opportunity employer in compliance with the German disability laws. Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

For further questions, please contact Prof. Thomas Mussweiler at thomas.mussweiler@uni-koeln.de (http://social-cognition.uni-koeln.de) or Prof. Axel Ockenfels at ockenfels@uni-koeln.de (http://ockenfels.uni-koeln.de).

Applications including a CV, a list of publications, and a statement about the applicant's research interest as well as his or her motivation to apply for this particular position should be send to erika.mayer@uni-koeln.de .

Closing date for applications is 8th April 2011.

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March 16

Post-Doctoral Researcher (Objective 2)
University of Oxford

University of Oxford
CENTRE FOR ANTHROPOLOGY AND MIND
School of Anthropology and Museum Ethnography
Post-Doctoral Researcher (Objective 2)
Grade 6: Salary £25,854-30,870 p.a.

Applications are sought for the position of Post-Doctoral Researcher as part of an international project entitled 'Ritual, community and conflict', based in the Centre for Anthropology and Mind at the University of Oxford, funded by the ESRC and directed by Professor Harvey Whitehouse.

The project brings together an international, interdisciplinary team of anthropologists, psychologists, historians, archaeologists, and evolutionary theorists from 13 universities conducting research at field sites in approximately ten countries around the world. This five year programme of research investigates one of the most powerful mechanisms by which groups may be formed, inspired, and coordinated: ritual. The project's three major objectives are to investigate: (1) the psychological foundations of ritual; (2) the effects of ritual on ingroup cohesion and outgroup hostility; (3) the role of ritual in the evolution of competing political systems. The Post-Doctoral Researcher will contribute to work on the second objective and will be supervised by Prof. Harvey Whitehouse.

The position will be based in Vancouver, Canada, and will also involve an extended trip to the Occupied Palestinian Territories. The Post-Doctoral Researcher will help design and implement both field and laboratory studies concerning the effects of ritualized behaviour on ingroup cohesion and outgroup hostility in both locations with the collaboration of established researchers.

The successful applicant will have a good working knowledge of the social, cognitive, and evolutionary sciences and will have significant research experience in experimental economics and/or psychology. Doctoral degrees must be completed before appointment to the post. Researchers must have the ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative research team and will have the opportunity to work with experts on religion, cognition, and conflict from around the world.

The post will commence on 1st July 2011 and will be for 21 months.

Candidates will be considered on the basis of the selection criteria outlined in the further particulars which can be obtained by visiting: http://www.admin.ox.ac.uk/fp/ or by emailing katie.grainger@anthro.ox.ac.uk The further particulars include details of the post and how to apply. The closing date for applications is noon on 30th March 2011.

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