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Erskine College is seeking applications for a tenure-track teaching position in Psychology starting at the Assistant-professor rank. The Psychology department seeks applicants with degrees in areas such as: Sport Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Human Factors Psychology, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Health Psychology, Neuropsychology, Experimental Psychology/Statistics, Personality Psychology, Social Psychology. This position is anticipated to begin August 1st, 2020. A PhD/PsyD is required, but exceptional ABD candidates with teaching experience may be considered. The teaching load is 4 courses per semester with options for teaching during the summers. Applicants must be able to teach General Psychology and other psychology courses from a Christian worldview. The applicant will have the opportunity to develop new courses based on expertise and experience.  Erskine College is located in picturesque Due West, South Carolina. Erskine prides itself on providing a Christian liberal arts education in a small, tight-knit community. The school’s motto is “know and be known” and that applies not just to the students but to the faculty as well. Erskine boasts a collegial faculty who develop deep connections with one another. Faculty can expect to receive peer mentorship from other faculty and opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration. Faculty also develop close relationships with students both inside and outside their respective disciplines. Erskine College is a teaching institution and as such the emphasis is on instruction rather than research. While there are opportunities to do research, performance evaluation places greater weight on teaching than research output. The student body of Erskine is known for its strong undergraduate research and high rate of acceptance into graduate programs. The students are compassionate, courteous, and a pleasure to teach. At the heart of Erskine College is its Christian identity. The college’s mission is to equip students to flourish by providing an excellent liberal arts education in a Christ-centered environment where learning and biblical truth are integrated to develop the whole person. Erskine provides a rare opportunity to integrate one’s Christian faith into the classroom. Therefore, candidates who seek employment at Erskine College should be professing Christians who are committed to exploring the intersections of faith and learning with students.  The Psychology Department itself is one of the largest departments on campus. The department prides itself on providing individual attention to students and maintaining high academic standards. The vast majority of students in the department go on to graduate school in a variety of psychological fields. The faculty in the department work closely with one another in both teaching and advising but also provide significant academic freedom in the classroom. The Psychology Department offers BA and BS degrees, a minor in psychology as well as coordinating minors in Christian Leadership and Social Entrepreneurship.   Application Process: To ensure full consideration, interested candidates should complete the online application, which can be found here.  The online application includes a link to upload a letter of application (including a description of the candidate’s teaching philosophy), a resume or curriculum vitae, a statement describing the candidate’s faith, and a list of references.   Deadline: The position will remain advertised until filled.

Assistant or Associate Professor of Psychology-Industrial/Organizational Psychology The Psychology Department at the University of Minnesota Duluth invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor position in Industrial/Organizational Psychology. The appointment will start August 24, 2020. We are seeking a teacher/scholar who is committed to excellence in collegiate teaching, and who possesses the interest and ability to establish an active research program resulting in the creation and dissemination of knowledge. Research interests that address current changes in the workplace are preferred. To complement current faculty interests, areas of research experience might include, but are not limited to: attitude theory, measurement, and change; job evaluation and compensation; data analytics and measurement; and technology in the workplace. Applicants for the tenure-track Assistant Professor position are required to have: Ph.D. in Psychology with a specialty in Industrial/Organizational Psychology or a highly related field completed by start date of appointment, evidence of a strong research agenda, and commitment to working with diverse populations and fostering diversity across campus. Applicants for the position of Associate Professor must meet the requirements above and have a distinguished record of academic achievement (scholarly research, teaching, and service) that satisfies the criteria for Associate Professor status in the Department of Psychology at the University of Minnesota Duluth. The successful candidate will be expected to: 1) teach courses in the department's undergraduate (possible courses include Introduction to Industrial/Organizational Psychology; Organizational Psychology; Personnel Psychology; Social Psychology; Research Methods; Statistics) and graduate (Advanced Organizational Psychology; Advanced Personnel Psychology; Performance Evaluation and Management; Organizational Systems and Development; Personnel Training and Development; Research Methods and Evaluation; Advanced Statistics) programs;  2) actively engage in research with undergraduate and graduate students; 3) contribute to our Industrial/Organizational track within our Master’s program, including supervision of graduate student research projects and applied projects; 4) advise undergraduate and graduate students; and 5) participate in departmental and university service.   Our department is comprised of an eclectic group of productive faculty, dedicated to our University’s mission of integrating liberal education, research, creative activity, and public engagement to prepare students to thrive as lifelong learners and globally engaged citizens. Our Masters of Arts in Psychology Science program includes tracks in Clinical Counseling, Experimental, and Industrial/Organizational Psychology.  Information about the department may be found at http://www.d.umn.edu/psy. The University of Minnesota Duluth was recently ranked one of the top 50 regional universities in the Midwest (U.S. News & World Reports). The city of Duluth, located approximately two and a half hours north of Minneapolis, is nationally ranked as one of the best and most affordable places to live and work. Perched on the shores of Lake Superior and surrounded by natural forests, Duluth offers some of the best outdoor recreational activities in the Midwest and boasts of thriving industries in technology, healthcare, aviation, and education. The University of Minnesota requires applicants to apply online. For a complete job description and to apply for this position go to http://www1.umn.edu/ohr/employment/ and search for job opening 335129. Review of complete applications will begin February 17, 2020 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact a University of Minnesota Access Consultant at 612-624-3316. The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer. For questions about the position or the application process, please contact the search chair: Dr. Julie Slowiak at 218-726-7116 or jslowiak@d.umn.edu.

The National Institute on Aging (NIA), Division of Behavioral and Social Research (BSR), seeks a senior behavioral or psychological scientist to serve as Chief of the Individual Behavioral Processes Branch (IBP) (https://www.nia.nih.gov/research/dbsr/individual-behavioral-processes-branch). The Branch Chief will lead a talented group of professionals in fostering innovative grant-supported research and research training in basic and translational behavioral and biobehavioral science on life course development, adaptive aging, and Alzheimer’s disease. Major Duties include: • Supervising and providing scientific leadership to six professional staff members responsible for the development of cutting edge, aging-relevant research and training initiatives in the behavioral and psychological sciences. • Evaluating progress, assessing scientific opportunities, and proposing future program emphases in support of the NIA mission. The IBP portfolio encompasses basic and translational research on behavior change and behavioral interventions, cognitive and emotional functioning, behavior genetics and sociogenomics, technology and human factors, family and interpersonal relationships, and integrative biobehavioral research on the pathways linking social and behavioral factors to health in mid-life and older age. • Contributing to and leading trans-NIH initiatives in behavioral and biobehavioral sciences related to health. • Communicating NIA program emphases to diverse audiences. • Presenting and justifying funding plans to NIA leaders and the National Advisory Council on Aging. • Identifying significant research findings and communicating results to NIA leadership and other audiences, both professional and public. • Serving as Program Officer for a portfolio of research and research training grants in areas of particular interest and expertise. • Serving as or supervising the NIA Project Scientist of major research initiatives supported by BSR, such as the Midlife in the United States Study and/or the Science of Behavior Change Coordinating Center.

The Individual Behavioral Processes Branch (IBP) in the Division of Behavioral and Social Research (BSR) of the National Institute on Aging (NIA) is recruiting a dynamic and experienced psychological or behavioral scientist to manage and develop a portfolio of innovative grant-supported research and research training in psychological development and integrative science. BSR offers a scientifically energizing and collegial environment with opportunities to develop research initiatives; cultivate a portfolio of grant-supported research; lead and participate in transdisciplinary research collaborations; and develop scientific programming (e.g., symposia, special journal issues, conferences, and workshops). The successful candidate will have primary responsibility for developing and managing a portfolio of research grants on integrative approaches to understanding psychological aging, with a focus on biobehavioral and biosocial mechanisms or process that contribute to optimal aging outcomes. Topics include personality and non-cognitive skills, emotional function, subjective well-being, stress processes, and the impact – and potential reversibility – of early life adversity on aging-relevant outcomes. The portfolio emphasizes research combining multiple levels of analysis and examining reciprocal interactions among these levels with potential to delineate the basic mechanisms governing these behaviors and processes. Examples include (1) research on the neurobiological and physiological pathways through which psychosocial stress impacts behavior and physical or psychological health, (2) biobehavioral research on affective and socioemotional influences on behavioral and functional aging, and (3) the biobehavioral processes that support optimal aging, resilience, and well-being. Behavioral phenotypes (e.g. personality, self-regulation, affect) and social/interpersonal relationships are investigated as causal variables and as mediators or moderators of the relation between behavioral and social factors and aging-relevant outcomes. Research that takes a life course perspective on these topics is emphasized. Responsibilities include: • Scientific administration throughout the grants process, including reviewing and approving progress reports. • Identifying significant research findings and communicating results to NIA leadership and other audiences. • Proposing future program emphases and developing Funding Opportunity Announcements. • Communicating about NIA program emphases and the NIH grant process to the research community. • Presenting and justifying funding plans to NIA leaders and the National Advisory Council on Aging. • Participating in initiatives related to the NIA Strategic Plan, working with NIA and NIH colleagues, staff from other agencies, and stakeholders from the private sector and other levels of government.

The Learning Research and Development Center (LRDC) at the University of Pittsburgh is accepting applications for two Postdoctoral Fellowships in youth development and learning across multiple ecological contexts with an emphasis on diversity, opportunity, and equity. The initial appointment will be two years with the possibility of renewal for a third year. The position involves work on several multi-method longitudinal research projects exploring how sociocultural and psychological factors influence youth of color’s identity development, academic learning, and socioemotional wellbeing during middle childhood and adolescence. The work takes an interdisciplinary approach and applies questions and methods from psychological and developmental science to elementary and secondary school settings. Applicants must have a doctorate and a track record of publication in psychology or education, substantive knowledge and background in the field of developmental psychology, child/adolescent development, or learning science, and excellent academic writing and analytic skills. Expertise is necessary in theory, methods, and research framed by dynamic, relational processes of the positive development of diverse youth (particularly youth who have experienced adversity and challenge), in strength-based approaches to research design and program evaluation. Strong quantitative skills (e.g., HLM, SEM, and growth modeling), or experience with longitudinal datasets or mixed-methods approach are preferred.    The fellow will receive strong mentoring with well-established scholars focused on the demanding aspects of producing high quality scholarship. The fellow will be expected to build a research program by formulating research questions, generating research designs, writing grants, conducting analysis, and writing and presenting findings. To apply for this position, please submit (1) a cover letter describing your research goals and training, including why your background and interests are a good match for the position, (2) Curriculum Vitae, (3) two writing samples, (4) three letters of reference to https://app.education.pitt.edu/employment/postings . The online system will prompt applicants to request three letters of recommendation, directly. Reviews of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, interested applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their application no later than 3/1/2020 . Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Ming-Te Wang, at mtwang@pitt.edu , or Dr. James Huguley, at Huguley@pitt.edu   LRDC is an internationally renowned center with the aim of promoting basic and applied research on learning in its cognitive, neural, social, and motivational aspects and to make research and human development links to formal and informal settings. Pittsburgh is repeatedly voted among “The Most Livable City”, with affordable cost of living and access to a wide array of seasonal recreation opportunities, professional and collegiate athletic events, and a vibrant cultural district.

Assistant Professor of Psychology The Department of Psychology at Utica College invites applications for a tenure- track position in Psychology beginning August 1, 2020. Applicants should have a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical/Counseling Psychology or Developmental Psychology with clinical experience. The ideal candidate would be able to teach psychological assessment and testing, abnormal psychology, infancy and childhood, and principles of behavioral change courses. The candidate must have evidence of commitment to teaching, have an active research plan that can involve students, and have a demonstrated record of publication. The position requires teaching four courses per semester, committee service, and an active research program. In deciding whether to apply for a position at Utica College, candidates are strongly encouraged to consider the UC mission and culture to help determine their potential success at http://www.utica.edu/instadvance/marketingcomm/about/ . Our Mission and Values Statement includes a commitment to fostering diversity in background, perspective, and experience within an environment that is dedicated to the freedom of expression and the open sharing of ideas. At UC, diversity means that we are a community that represents a range of human experience and makes conscious choices to appreciate, respect, and learn from each other. Utica College actively seeks and welcomes applications from candidates with exceptional qualifications, particularly those with demonstrable commitments to a more inclusive society. To apply, submit a letter of application, CV, research statement, statement of teaching philosophy, and three references. Candidates are asked to submit an additional reflective statement about teaching in the required applicant document titled "diversity statement". Since Utica College strives to be a diverse and inclusive community, it is essential that you include in this statement a reflection on the kinds of experiences you have had, and the kinds of approaches you would take, teaching and working with a diverse student body. (For the definition of diversity that we use at Utica College, please see the following web page: http://www.utica.edu/instadvance/marketingcomm/about/diversity/aboutus.cfm .) In line with the College’s Affirmative Action Policy, there is no requirement or expectation that a candidate disclose their identity or membership in any protected class or group, either in the diversity statement or in other application documents submitted to the search committee. For additional information on what to provide in your diversity statement please reference the diversity statement guide at the following link: https://www.utica.edu/hr/media/Diversity_Statement_Guide.pdf Applications that do not address diversity will be considered incomplete. All application materials must be submitted online at the following link: http://uc.peopleadmin.com/postings/2783 For full consideration, complete applications must be received by January 15, 2020. References will be solicited to submit letters for candidates upon application. Utica College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from under-represented groups, including disabled and veterans as well as individuals who have experience with diverse populations.

The Georgetown Laboratory for Relational Cognition anticipates hiring 1 to 2 postdoctoral researchers for NSF-funded projects applying cognitive neuroscience methods at the intersection of education and creativity. These projects are focused on 1) application of neuromodulation with the goal of enhancing both domain-general and scientific creative thinking; and 2) application of neuroimaging with the goal of identifying neural biomarkers of classroom education-based learning that may add value to traditional academic measurement in predicting scientific achievement. In collaboration with laboratories at Johns Hopkins and Penn State, this work will also involve the development a new classroom-based assessment of scientific creative thinking, and application of network neuroscience to predict creative cognitive performance.   Applicants should hold a Ph.D. or anticipate a Ph.D. by spring of 2020. The projected start date for the position(s) is early fall or late summer of 2020. Favorable consideration will be given to applicants with a strong record of productivity and with experience or substantial interest in the following areas: creativity, education, neuroimaging and/or electrical recording methods, neuromodulation, and advanced statistical data analysis.   Interested candidates should send a CV and a letter of application describing research interests and professional goals to Griffin Colaizzi ( gc815@georgetown.edu ), and should indicate three professional references who can readily provide letters of recommendation upon request. Any informal inquiries can be sent to the principal investigator, Adam Green ( aeg58@Georgetown.edu ). Review of applications will begin in the late fall – early winter and continue until the position is filled.   Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please see the Georgetown website for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity & Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at (202) 687- 4798. This position requires a criminal background check performed by Human Resources. Compensation is based on Georgetown pay scales, depending on qualifications and experience.

The Reed College Department of Psychology seeks applicants for a one-year position in BEHAVIORAL NEUROSCIENCE. The selected individual will teach four courses (two each semester), including a team-taught introductory psychology course, and a core course in behavioral neuroscience, both of which have an animal laboratory component. Two additional courses are required. The individual will also supervise year-long senior thesis projects including those utilizing animal models. Preference will be given to candidates with a Ph.D. but strong ABD applicants may be considered. We especially welcome applications from candidates with experience teaching undergraduates. Reed College is a community that believes that cultural diversity is essential to the excellence of our academic program. In your letter of application, please address how your scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and/or community service might support Reed College's commitment to diversity and inclusion articulated in the College's diversity statement (http://www.reed.edu/diversity). Applications should include a CV, statements of research and teaching interests, three letters of recommendation, and any other materials that will help us assess the candidate's research and teaching experience. An Equal Opportunity Employer, Reed values diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups. Review of applications will begin January 31, 2020 and continue until the position is filled. Send materials to Paul J. Currie, chair of the search committee, at http://apply.interfolio.com/72522 .