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Jun 08, 2018

POSITION SUMMARY The College of Arts and Letters (CAL) at Michigan State University seeks a continuing system specialist in Literature, Cognitive Science, and Digital Humanities (DH) to participate in ongoing initiatives in history of the mind, literary cognition, and digital humanities as manager of the Digital Humanities and Literary Cognition Lab (DHLC) and academic specialist in digital humanities. This is a 12-month position at 100% time. This specialist will join the Digital Humanities & Literary Cognition Lab (DHLC), an international leader in cultivating interdisciplinary projects across literature, cognitive science, digital humanities, and disability studies, including experiments in literary neuroscience, research in the history of the mind, outreach in the form of accessible art exhibitions, as well as the development and application of a creative array of digital technologies for interdisciplinary research and teaching. The DHLC currently houses approximately 25 students, both graduate and undergraduate, across the arts and sciences, working on cutting-edge interdisciplinary research bringing applied digital humanities to experiments on the neuroscience of novel reading, the neuroaesthetics of poetry, and narrative responses to music as well as outreach in medical humanities and accessible art. Faculty and students in the DHLC collaborate with a range of global leaders and institutions, including Stanford, NYU, Max Plank, U. Vienna, Umea University of Sweden, U. Arkansas, and the Chinese University of Hong Kong as well as lead faculty in the College of Arts and Letters, the Cognitive Science Program, DH@MSU, Engineering, Radiology, the Digital Scholarship Lab, Music, and the MSU School of Business. For more on the DHLC, see http://dhlc.cal.msu.edu/ . This specialist's work at the DHLC will contribute actively to the mission of DH@MSU, joining a lively community of researchers and teachers to pursue their own long-term goals as an interdisciplinary researcher and scholar in ways that build on the diverse strengths in digital scholarship and pedagogy across the MSU community. For more on DH@MSU, see http://digitalhumanities.msu.edu . The College of Arts & Letters (CAL) promotes an academic and organizational culture which actively seeks out and strengthens diverse voices and perspectives among its members in order to achieve true excellence. CAL is interested in candidates of all backgrounds who are committed to the principle that intellectual leadership is achieved through open access and pro-active inclusion. The Department of English has a strong institutional commitment to diversity in all areas and encourages candidates from underrepresented groups. We favor candidates who can contribute to the College of Arts & Letters' distinctive educational objectives, which promote interdisciplinary perspectives, intercultural understanding, and values diversity and inclusion as essential to achieving excellence. Specific job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Interdisciplinary Research at the DHLC Coordinating current interdisciplinary projects at the DHLC and generating new initiatives, working with global collaborators as well as faculty and students across disciplines at MSU to advance interdisciplinary research at the intersection of humanities, cognitive science, and digital humanities. Participating in an active research agenda, including co-authored and independent publications, presentations of interdisciplinary work, and innovative project design. Bringing digital humanities tools to the analysis of interdisciplinary datasets, integrating cognitive, computational, and literary-artistic modes of analysis. Collaborating with lead faculty at the DHLC on grant writing and administration, applying for independent grants as desired. Mentoring and supervising student researchers at the DHLC, encouraging them to develop independent research projects and to present/publish their work both locally and nationally. Monitoring lab accounts, budgets, and payment, including hiring student researchers, organizing and approving bi-weekly time-sheets, and assisting department staff with student payroll and grants Proctoring participants in interdisciplinary behavioral and neuroscientific studies, including work with IRB Assisting with and diversifying existing public outreach initiatives at the DHLC in medical humanities and accessible art. Teaching & Collaborating with DH@MSU Teaching 1 course per year in digital humanities Serving as a Core Faculty member in the DH@MSU community, acting as a liaison between the DHLC and other digital humanities groups on campus as well as the Center for Interdisciplinarity and the Exceptions Journal Assisting students in managing the lab's website and social media to sustain and raise public visibility of interdisciplinary research at the DHLC and DH@MSU REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Graduate degree (Ph.D. desirable) in a field related to humanities scholarship, cognitive literary studies, digital humanities, or the humanistic aspects of the social, behavioral, and information sciences, with demonstrated training in literary studies and one of the following: psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience (or a related field) Demonstrated proficiency/fluency with one or more technologies commonly used in digital humanities projects (e.g., social network analysis, text encoding, database design and development, textual mapping, GIS, data visualization, sentiment analytics, topic modeling) Demonstrated familiarity with methods, research, and technologies commonly used in cognitive studies of the arts, music, literature, film, and/or user experience A clear understanding of different publication processes in humanities and sciences Demonstrated interest in building inclusive learning environments, including experience in research, teaching, and/or community outreach that engages issues of accessibility, equity, diversity, and inclusion. Demonstrated interest in building inclusive learning environments, including research, teaching, or community engagement and outreach experience engaging issues of accessibility, equity, diversity, and inclusion. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical partners and across disciplines DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience exploring diverse data (qualitative and quantitative), demonstrating a basic knowledge of statistics and the ability to move between key questions and methods in the humanities and in cognitive science Strong knowledge of current digital humanities trends and experience teaching digital humanities concepts Experience with development and management of projects, grants, and/or budgets. Hands-on experience working across humanities and sciences Demonstrated experience leading or collaborating with researchers (students and professionals) in the humanities and sciences across colleges and departments Strong organization and leadership skills Record of professional presentations, publications, and digital humanities project development Experience proctoring behavioral studies in line with IRB confidentiality and ethics requirements Interest in the use, refinement or development/design of digital humanities tools for interdisciplinary research, teaching, and outreach Demonstrated strengths in problem solving, teamwork and adaptability to change, focus on service and continuous learning for self improvement Review of applications will begin July 2, 2018 and will continue until the position is filled. Applications must be submitted electronically to the Michigan State University Human Resources website, http://careers.msu.edu/ (posting number #511890 ). Applications should include a letter expressing interest in this position and describing qualifications and experience, a current curriculum vitae, the names and email addresses of 3 potential referees, and a statement that summarizes experience with diversity in the classroom, in past or planned research endeavors, in mentoring diverse students, and/or in community outreach initiatives, and explains how the applicant will advance our goals of inclusive excellence. For more information contact Kathleen Fitzpatrick, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of English, kfitz@msu.edu Persons with disabilities have the right to request and receive reasonable accommodation. MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities. Apply Here PI102824733

JobTarget East Lansing, MI, USA Full time

Jun 07, 2018

Psychology - CFS Professorial Faculty

Required Degree: All positions require a PhD in psychology or a related field by the appointment date. Qualifications: The Department of Psychology, Brigham Young University, invites applicants of any academic rank to fill full-time (continuing faculty status) professorial-track positions in the Department of Psychology to begin Fall Semester 2019. The selected candidates will demonstrate strong research skills and an active research program with an established record of peer-reviewed publication and scholarly productivity. Successful candidates will also show commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring. We specifically seek applicants in 1) Development Psychology, 2) Cognitive Psychology, 3) Social Psychology (including Applied Social Psychology), and 4) Clinical Child or Pediatric Neuropsychology. Our department values diversity, student mentoring, a collegial culture, and the ideals of open and reproducible research. Review of applicants will begin after the posting closes on 5 September 2018. Duties: Selected candidates are expected to have a well-defined research agenda with professional publications, have the ability to teach upper- and lower-level undergraduate classes and graduate classes, to provide undergraduate and graduate mentoring, and to engage in citizenship responsibilities in the department, college, and university. Please direct any questions to Gary Burlingame, PhD, 238 TLRB, Department of Psychology, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT 84602; email: gary_burlingame@byu.edu . Information required at the time of application: Please list the contact information for three recommenders on the faculty application. They may be contacted and required to submit their letters of reference electronically at some point during the selection process. Document(s) required at the time of application: Applicants should apply on-line and upload a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, statements of research and teaching interest, and if available evidence of teaching effectiveness. BYU is an equal opportunity employer. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Equal Opportunity Employer: m/f/Vets/Disability

Brigham Young University Brigham Young University, Provo, UT, USA Full time

May 04, 2018

Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology in Cognitive Neuroscience

The Swarthmore College Department of Psychology announces a 3-year, non-tenure-track position at the assistant professor level to begin in the fall semester, 2018. The individual will be responsible for teaching introductory and advanced courses in cognitive neuroscience and research methods. We seek an individual with a commitment to teaching as well as an active research program that can engage diverse and talented undergraduates. The Department has state-of-the-art EEG lab facilities (EGI) and full-time technical support. There is an active Cognitive Science program on campus, as well as a special major in Neuroscience supported by the Departments of Biology and Psychology. Swarthmore is a small, highly selective liberal arts college, located in the suburbs of Philadelphia. Consideration of candidates will begin immediately, with full consideration given to applications submitted by May 20 . Apply at: apply.interfolio.com/50560

Swarthmore College Swarthmore, PA, USA Full time

Apr 24, 2018

Assistant Professor of Psychology: Cognitive Neuroscience

The Psychology Field Group at Pitzer College is recruiting a tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Psychology: Cognitive Neuroscience. A Ph.D. in a relevant discipline is required. The area of specialization within cognitive neuroscience is open, but we are particularly interested in scholars whose work intersects with the core values of the college: social responsibility, intercultural understanding, interdisciplinary learning, student engagement, and environmental sustainability. Candidates should articulate these connections in the cover letter. Teaching load is five courses per academic year and may include mid-level courses in biological and/or cognitive psychology, advanced practicum and seminar courses in the candidate’s specialty area, a contribution to our required courses, such as introductory psychology, psychological statistics, research methods, or senior capstone in ethical issues, and occasionally a writing-intensive first-year seminar. Although the position is based in the Psychology Field Group (contributing to the biological and cognitive subfields), the successful candidate may establish informal affiliations with Cognitive Science at the Claremont Colleges and Neuroscience at the Keck Science Department. Required Materials: 1. Letter of application 2. Curriculum vitae 3. Research statement (2 pages) 4. Teaching statement (2 pages) 5. Diversity statement (2 pages) 6. Reprints/Preprints 7. Syllabi 8. Teaching evaluations 9. Graduate transcript 10. Three letters of recommendation Candidates are sought with a commitment to undergraduate teaching and the ability to establish an active research program that involves undergraduates. Ability to address issues of diversity—such as gender, sexuality, disability, class, race and/or ethnicity, and a demonstrated commitment to mentoring students from underrepresented groups—will be favorably considered. The successful candidate may establish affiliations with one of several Intercollegiate Departments (Africana Studies, Asian American Studies, Chican@/Latin@ Studies) and/or the Intercollegiate Feminist Center for Teaching, Research and Engagement. Pitzer College has a strong institutional commitment to diversity in all areas and strongly encourages candidates from underrepresented groups. We favor candidates who can contribute to the College’s distinctive educational objectives, which promote interdisciplinary perspectives, intercultural understanding, and concern with social responsibility and the ethical implications of knowledge and action. Pitzer College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Professional Recommendations Contact information for three recommendation providers is required. Applicants will be prompted to submit contact information for recommendation providers while completing the online application. Recommendation providers will be contacted via automated system email with a link and instructions for uploading letters following successful submission of the complete application. Application Instructions and Deadline To apply, please visit Faculty Positions at Pitzer or the link: https://pitzer.peopleadmin.com/postings/search?query=&query_v0_posted_at_date=&query_position_type_id=2&commit=Search Full consideration will be given to complete applications received by September 14,2018. Application Questions Please see the Help link or write to facultyjobs@pitzer.edu.

Pitzer College Claremont, CA, USA Full time

Apr 11, 2018

Behavioral Decision Science Faculty

The Department of Psychology in the College of Science at Virginia Tech seeks to hire a Collegiate Faculty member, open rank, who will play a central role in developing and delivering an undergraduate curriculum in Behavioral Decision Science . This new interdisciplinary degree will draw from psychology, economics, neuroscience, statistics, and other disciplines and will be managed by the College’s Academy of Integrated Science ( https://www.ais.science.vt.edu/ ). The preferred candidate will have broad training in the study of human decision-making at the individual, group, and/or organizational level. Areas of particular interest include but are not limited to judgment and decision-making, social and organizational behavior, decision-related psychopathology, health and policy, diversity, and changes across development, as well as modern methodological and statistical approaches to each. Expertise in measurement and theory building that will help train students to merge predictive with causal approaches to understanding human decision making is desirable. We seek candidates who have the Ph.D. in psychology or a closely related field and who are passionate about interdisciplinary teaching of undergraduate students in an inclusive and integrated environment. Desirable characteristics include a record of pedagogical achievement and vision, creativity, and leadership skills relevant to instruction. Responsibilities include teaching courses in psychology and behavioral decision science. Successful candidates will: Make significant contributions to our interdisciplinary undergraduate instruction; work closely with our undergraduate students, and lead efforts in curriculum enhancements and innovative pedagogy. Continue to develop professional capabilities and participate in scholarly activities, including travel to and participation in professional conferences and societies; and participate in department, college, and university service and governance, as well as professional service. The Department of Psychology offers the B.S. in psychology and has doctoral training areas in clinical science, industrial and organizational psychology, developmental science, and biological psychology (http://www.psyc.vt.edu/). Information on the Collegiate Faculty track at Virginia Tech, which offers renewable 3-, 5-, or 7-year appointments depending on rank, may be found at https://www.provost.vt.edu/faculty_affairs/faculty_handbook/chapter05/chapter05.html . Virginia Tech is committed to a culturally and ethnically diverse campus environment and to principles that promote inclusive practices ( http://www.inclusive.vt.edu/index.html ) . A wide range of networking and development opportunities are available for women and minorities in science and engineering. Virginia Tech recognizes that meeting the needs of today’s professional couples is a key factor in recruiting and retaining new faculty and has established a dual career office to facilitate our commitment ( http://www.hr.vt.edu/jobs/job_seeker/dualcareers/ ). Applications must be submitted online at http://listings.jobs.vt.edu/postings/85467 . The application must include a cover letter, CV, a statement describing the applicant’s interest in and experience related to behavioral decision science. Contact information for three references should be provided. Review of applications will begin May 15, 2018 and will continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is August 10, 2018 but may be negotiable. Questions regarding the position can be directed to Robert Stephens, Tel: (540)231-6304, Email: stephens@vt.edu. Virginia Tech is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Anyone having questions concerning discrimination or accessibility should contact the Office for Equity and Accessibility at 540-231-2010 or Virginia Tech, North End Center, Suite 2300 (0318), 300 Turner St. NW, Blacksburg, VA 24061.

Virginia Tech Blacksburg, VA, USA Full time

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