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Job no:  496255 Position type:  full-time Location:  Lewisburg, PA Categories:  Psychology Bucknell University, Department of Psychology and Neuroscience Program invites applications for an open-rank, one-year, visiting professor position in Psychology beginning in August 2019. We seek a teacher-scholar with a commitment to diversity, student learning, and inclusive pedagogy. As part of a six-course teaching load (three courses per semester), the successful candidate will be expected to teach from among: Biopsychology and an advanced seminar in the candidate's area of interest, as well as Introductory Psychology, Statistics, or Research Methods. Ph.D. or ABD in Neuroscience or Psychology or related field is required. Some support for research will be available, but teaching is the primary focus of this position. Applications will only be accepted through our online career site (careers.bucknell.edu) and should include a vitae, descriptive statements about teaching and commitment to diversity, and materials demonstrating evidence of success or promise in teaching. In addition, 3 confidential letters of reference will be requested. Applications will be reviewed beginning immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please contact Department co-Chairs T. Joel Wade (jwade@bucknell.edu) or Bill Flack (wflack@bucknell.edu) at 570-577-1200 for more information. Visit  www.departments.bucknell.edu/psychology  for more information about the department, and  https://www.bucknell.edu/Neuroscience  for more information about the program. About Bucknell Founded in 1846 and located along the banks of the Susquehanna River in historic Lewisburg, Pa., Bucknell University is an undergraduate-focused institution that stands uniquely at the intersection of top-ranked liberal arts, engineering and management programs. Our students choose from more than 50 majors and 60 minors in the arts, engineering, humanities, management, and natural and social sciences, as well as extensive global study, service-learning and research opportunities. Bucknell's 3,600 undergraduate and 100 graduate students enjoy a low 9:1 student-faculty ratio and exceptional opportunities to collaborate with faculty mentors. Bucknell's beautiful 450-acre campus includes first-rate facilities and is home to more than 90 percent of its students. Residential life is vibrant with about 150 student-run organizations, 27 NCAA Division I athletic teams, a robust arts culture, and a strong student commitment to community and global service work. Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and we seek candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community. The University provides equal opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, marital status, veteran status or disability in admissions, employment and in all of its educational programs and activities. We encourage individuals from historically underrepresented groups to apply. The Community Located in central Pennsylvania, Lewisburg features a variety of restaurants, beautiful Victorian homes, the restored art deco Campus Theatre (owned by the University), charming shops and boutiques, and the Barnes and Noble at Bucknell University Bookstore. About 33,000 residents live in the region. The city of Williamsport is about a 30-minute drive from campus, and Penn State University's main campus is about an hour away, as is Harrisburg, Pennsylvania's state capital. Bucknell is about three hours from New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C. The cost of living here is low compared to that of major U.S. cities and suburbs. Bucknell's surroundings yield fresh produce, cultural activities and events, and many opportunities for outdoor activity on the Susquehanna River and in the nearby state parks and forests. The Lewisburg Area School District receives excellent reviews for its schools at all grade levels. Lewisburg Area High School is consistently ranked among the top 50 high schools in Pennsylvania for SAT scores and statewide exams. Advertised:  15 Feb 2019 Eastern Standard Time Applications close: Apply here PI107881821