Hi folks - Please see the ads below for three tenure track positions at James Madison University.
--SLS TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT GO TO: http://sherrysofficehours.clickbook.net/ {)__(} (oo) **********-o0o-=\/=-o0o-********** Sherry L. Serdikoff, PhD, BCBA-D Professor of Psychology Psychological Sciences Program-Director James Madison University Psychology-MSC 7704; Miller Hall G083 Harrisonburg, VA 22807 E-mail: serdi...@jmu.edu Telephone: 540-568-7089 FAX Number: 540-568-3322 ___________________________________________________ The Department of Psychology at James Madison University is seeking three tenure-track faculty members to begin August, 2010: Position 1: Developmental Psychology. This faculty member will be expected to teach: (a) childhood-adolescent development for psychology majors, (b) life-span human development, and (c) a senior seminar in the faculty member's area of expertise. Candidates who have a documented history of scholarship and interest in continuing research in infant or child development, especially research that can involve undergraduate students, will be highly ranked, Strong interest in contributing to general education (teaching and service) is important for this position. (Search Chair: Dr. Tracy Zinn; Position 0403138). Position 2: Social Psychology & Research Methods. This faculty member will be expected to teach: (a) social psychology, as well as courses in (b) statistics or research methods for psychology majors. Occasional teaching of social psychology at the graduate level and/or a senior seminar in the faculty member's area of expertise is also possible. Candidates who demonstrate they can engage undergraduate students in scholarship, and mentor students who are interested in social psychology will be highly ranked. (Search Chair: Dr. Natalie Lawrence; Position 0403137). Position 3: Biopsychology. This faculty member will be expected to teach biopsychology for psychology majors. Ability to teach undergraduate animal behavior, specialty area senior seminars, research methods, and/or neuroscience at the graduate level is also desirable. Candidates who demonstrate they can engage students in scholarship, and mentor undergraduate students who are interested in biopsychology will be highly ranked. Departmental facilities include laboratory space to support research with human or animal subjects, including a newly-designed, fully equipped animal research facility. (Search Chair: Dr. Suzanne Baker; Position 0403139). For all three positions, other courses in the faculty member's area of expertise and supervision of honors projects and independent study projects are possible components of the faculty member's assignment. Occasional course instruction and supervision of graduate students enrolled in JMU's M.A. in Psychological Sciences Program may also be possible. Also, depending on area(s) of specialization, this faculty member may contribute to our Behavior Analysis Concentration, the Alvin V. Baird Attention and Learning Disabilities Center, JMU's interdisciplinary minor in Human Science, or other campus programs. Faculty are expected to develop an active program of scholarship. These faculty members will serve as academic advisors to Psychology Majors and contribute to service activities of the department and university. Minimum qualifications include: * Completed doctoral degree in Psychology. * Prior college teaching experience. * Strong interest in undergraduate instruction. * Knowledge of best practices in psychology pedagogy. * Documented history of scholarship and interest in continuing research that engages undergraduate students. The Department of Psychology is one of the most popular on campus and serves approximately 900 Psychology Majors. We also teach over 5000 students each year in our General Education courses. The Psychology Department moved into newly renovated facilities in January 2008 which include research space and equipment that will support these positions. JMU emphasizes instructional innovation at both the classroom and program levels, data-focused approaches to instructional improvement (program assessment), and research experiences for undergraduates. The Department of Psychology faculty are committed contributors to these efforts. Additional information about psychology at JMU is available at http://psyc.jmu.edu. JMU is a comprehensive university, with an enrollment of 16,619 undergraduate and 1,136 graduate students, located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley approximately 2 hours from Washington, D.C., Richmond, and Roanoke. JMU is regarded as one of the finest regional universities in the nation and has been cited in U.S. News and World Report, Changing Times, and Money Magazine as an outstanding public university. For 16 consecutive years JMU has been ranked as the top public, master's level university in the South by the annual poll on academic quality conducted by U.S. News and World Report for its guidebook, America's Best Colleges. In 2009 JMU had the highest graduation rate among both public and private colleges in the South (80%) and we are one of our nation's top 35 colleges in undergraduate research. For additional public recognitions of our university see http://www.jmu.edu/jmuweb/aboutJMU/national_recognition s.shtml. JMU highly values quality teaching. The university has substantial technological infrastructure, and JMU's Center for Faculty Innovation , and the Center for Instructional Technology support teaching, instructional technology, and faculty development. For more information about JMU see http://www.jmu.edu. To apply go to https://JobLink.jmu.edu and reference the appropriate position number. Review of applications will begin on October 26, 2009 and will continue until positions are filled. James Madison University is an equal opportunity employer and the Department of Psychology has a commitment to diversity. Individuals who are prepared to teach our students about the role of culture in the development and expression of individual and social behavior are strongly encouraged to apply. The following materials should be submitted online: (1) Letter of interest, (2) curriculum vitae, (3), statement of teaching experience and philosophy, and (4) description of research program and plans. In addition, three letters of recommendation should be sent by the authors directly to the appropriate Search Chair, Department of Psychology, MSC 7704, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA 22807. Questions about positions or application procedures should be directed to Cathy Roberson (rober...@jmu.edu; 540 568-2555). James Madison University encourages applications from all qualified individuals. JMU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, political affiliation or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment or admissions, or in connection with its programs or activities. --- To make changes to your subscription contact: Bill Southerly (bsouthe...@frostburg.edu)
