FACULTY POSITION IN DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY.

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. 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.

Job openning

The Department of Psychology at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position (rank commensurate with qualifications and experience) in developmental psychology.

Candidates should have a Ph.D. in developmental psychology or a closely related field, the ability to teach courses in developmental psychology at both the undergraduate and graduate levels,

and an excellent record of publication in leading journals.

Candidates with expertise in cognitive development are especially encouraged to apply.

We expect the position to start in the academic year of 2012-2013. Opening the position is subject to budgetary considerations.

The Department of Psychology at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem is at the forefront of psychological research in Israel.

Please view the department’s research profile athttp://psychology.huji.ac.il/en/

Interested candidates should submit their curriculum vitae and a formal letter addressing qualifications and describing research plans and teaching plans (including the courses they can offer) to

Ariel Knafo at msarielk@huji.ac.il.

Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2011, but applications will be considered until the position is filled.

Assistant Professor Position at Georgetown University Department of Psychology

Georgetown University Tenure Track Position in Cognitive Neuroscience/Decision-making. The Department of Psychology at Georgetown University anticipates a tenure-track assistant professor position, effective August 1, 2012. We are looking for a cognitive neuroscientist specializing in decision-making. The successful applicant will bring an active research program with strong potential for external funding. Candidates should be prepared to teach specialty undergraduate and graduate level courses. The ability and eagerness to teach General Psychology would also be greatly welcomed. A record of publication, a record of successful attempts to secure external funding, and excellent teaching skills will be advantageous.

Georgetown University has a state of the art brain imaging facility with a research-dedicated 3T magnet and technical support for fMRI, DTI, simultaneous EEG and fMRI, NIRS, and MRS. The Psychology Department offers an undergraduate major in psychology, an Honors program, and a doctoral degree in Developmental Science with concentrations in Lifespan Cognitive Neuroscience and in Human Development and Public Policy. There are resources for collaboration between Psychology Department faculty and colleagues at other units of the university, including (but not limited to) the Georgetown University School of Medicine, the McDonough School of Business, the Kennedy Institute for Ethics, the Department of Linguistics, and the Georgetown Public Policy Institute.

Please submit a cover letter, statements of research and teaching interests, curriculum vita, and three letters of reference to https://surveyconsole.com/t/ABp77ZDIRr. For questions, contact Brad Kelly atbtk27@georgetown.edu or by phone (202) 687-4274. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but we aim to complete the search as early as possible.

Georgetown University, the oldest Catholic University in the United States, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer.

Post-doctoral researcher in theory of mind development

The Rutgers University Cognitive Development Lab, under the direction of Alan M. Leslie, seeks an energetic and highly motivated post-doctoral researcher from October 1, 2011, for a 12 month appointment.

The post-doc will advance research on the cognitive basis of early theory of mind development in infants and preschoolers. Qualifications include a doctorate in psychology or cognitive science, previous research in theory of mind or social cognitive development, writing skills, statistical expertise, and publication record. We are using (principally but not exclusively) non-verbal measures (looking time, eye tracking, etc.).

Information about the Cognitive Development Lab can be found at:

http://www.ruccs.rutgers.edu/~aleslie/

To apply, send letter of application, cv, publications, and three reference letters to: Dr. Alan M. Leslie, Co-Director, Rutgers University Center for Cognitive Science, 152 Frelinghuysen Road, Piscataway, NJ 08854.

or email: aleslie@ruccs.rutgers.edu

Review of applications will begin immediately.

Assistant/Associate Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience-University of Delaware

The UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY invites applications for tenure-track Assistant Professor positions to begin September 1, 2012. Under some circumstances, candidates at the Associate Professor level might be considered. We are particularly interested in candidates who can bridge departmental areas and extend existing research strengths within the department. One priority area is Cognitive Neuroscience, broadly defined. We welcome applicants working in any area of cognition. A second targeted area is Neuroendocrinology / Psychoneuroimmunology. We prefer a colleague studying endocrine or immune physiology in relation to animal models of stress, sex differences, psychopathology, developmental disorders, psychosomatic disease, neurogenetics, social processes and health, or aging; applicants using other approaches to study these issues may also be considered. These positions, which could be based in any of the department’s areas (Behavioral Neuroscience, Clinical, Cognitive, Social), are part of a new departmental hiring initiative that reflects the arrival of a new department chair, an emphasis on a neuroscience perspective, and cross-disciplinary interaction. The initiative will bring additional faculty to our department, located in the Philadelphia metropolitan area. For more information about the department, see http://www.psych.udel.edu. Applicants should go to http://www.udel.edu/udjobs/ to submit a cover letter stating research and teaching interests, along with a current vita. In addition, 3-5 reprints (all in pdf format) and three letters of reference should be sent to searches@psych.udel.edu.Applicants for these positions should have a Ph.D. or expect to complete their degree requirements prior to appointment. Inquiries should be addressed to the search committee chairs, Dr. James E. Hoffman (hoffman@psych.udel.edu; 302-831-2453) for Cognitive Neuroscience, or Dr. Anna Klintsova (klintsova@psych.udel.edu; 302-831-0452) for Neuroendocrinology/Psychoneuroimmunology. Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2011, although applications received after that date may be considered.

ANNOUNCEMENT OF SOCIETY FOR LANG DEV SYMPOSIUM

The Society for Language Development announces its annual symposium to be held in Boston on November 3, 2011.

Connections between written language and spoken language

Thursday, November 3, 2011, 1:00-5:00 pm

George Sherman Union
Boston University

Invited Speakers:

Reading: Universals and writing system constraints, Charles Perfetti (University of Pittsburgh)

Learning to read and write an alphabet, Rebecca Treiman (Washington University)

The deep interdependence of reading and spoken language, Mark Seidenberg (University of Wisconsin)

Reception to follow the symposium, 5:00-6:00 pm

To Register for the SLD symposium AND the Boston University Child Language Development (BUCLD) conference, which follows the SLD symposium on November 4-6, please visit this website:

https://www.bu.edu/phpbin/bucld/

To Register for the SLD symposium ONLY, visit this website:

http://www.bcs.rochester.edu/sld/symposium.html

GWU Tenure Track Position

he GWU Speech and Hearing Science department is recruiting for an assistant/associate professor. Areas of preferred expertise include: aural rehabilitation, augmentative and alternative communication, language and literacy across the lifespan, and/or dysphagia. Please see attached position announcement. Please share with any appropriate potential candidates. Thank you!

Assistant/Associate Professor: The Department of Speech and Hearing Science at the George Washington University in Washington DC invites applications for a tenure track position starting August 15, 2012. Primary responsibilities include developing and maintaining an independent program of research in the candidate’s area of expertise, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, and participating in departmental and university service.

Basic Qualifications: At the time of hire, applicants must have a Ph.D. in speech and hearing sciences, cognitive sciences, or closely related area. ABD candidates will be considered and must have the Ph.D. completed by August 1, 2012. Evidence of, or potential for, excellence in scholarship (via peer-reviewed publications and/or works in progress) and teaching (via summaries of course evaluations, peer observations of teaching and/or summary of teaching philosophy) is also required.

Preferred Qualifications: Expertise in one or more of the following areas: aural rehabilitation, augmentative and alternative communication, language and language disorders across the lifespan, and/or dysphagia. The CCC and DC licensure eligibility are preferred.

To Apply: Please send 1) a letter containing a statement regarding how you match the basic and preferred qualifications for the position, 2) a statement of your research agenda and teaching philosophy, 3) a curriculum vita, 4) at least three letters of reference to: Shelley Brundage, Chair Search Committee, Department of Speech and Hearing Science, 214 Hall of Government, 2115 G. Street NW, Washington, DC 20052 (202) 994-5008; e-mail: brundage@gwu.edu. The review of applications will begin December 9, 2011 and continue until the position is filled. Only completed applications will be considered. The George Washington University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University and the department seek to attract an active, culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber.

Position in Human Developmental Neuroscience -- The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Psychology Department

Position in Human Developmental Neuroscience -- The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Psychology Department

The Psychology Department at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign seeks outstanding applicants for a position in human developmental neuroscience at the rank of Assistant Professor. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. at the time of appointment and have the potential to develop a strong international reputation in the area of human developmental neuroscience along with the ability to teach effectively at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Candidates whose research program combines a focus on human and non-human species are also encouraged to apply. The target starting date is August 16, 2012. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. This position offers excellent laboratory facilities, relocation start-up funds, and the opportunity to work with outstanding colleagues and graduate students.

To apply, create your candidate profile through http://jobs.illinois.edu and upload your application materials: letter of application, CV, up to 3 representative publications, statement of teaching and research interests, teaching evaluations if available, and contact information for three professional references. Referees will be contacted electronically upon the submission of the application. To ensure full consideration, all required application materials (including letters of reference) must be submitted by October 24, 2011. For further information regarding application procedures, you may contact Terry Davis, tld@illinois.edu.

Illinois is an Affirmative Action /Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusivity. (www.inclusiveillinois.illinois.edu)

Two positions at UW-Madison

The School of Education at UW-Madison announces two positions. We are seeking an assistant professor (tenure-track) to join the Department of Educational Psychology’s Human Development program. Candidates are expected to demonstrate a program of research in human development related to education, broadly conceived. We invite applicants who study cognitive, perceptual, and neural processes relevant to learning and human development, especially as these inform the design of instruction/interventions. We are especially interested in candidates who can also contribute to department programs in Learning Sciences, School Psychology, and Quantitative Methods, and who can participate in a new school-wide initiative in Educational Neuroscience.

The second position is at the assistant (tenure track) or associate (with tenure) level in the area of educational neuroscience. The successful candidate will conduct research at the intersection of education and neuroscience. Specialty area is open, but we are interested in applicants whose work complements existing research initiatives on campus, including studies of literacy, math education, cognitive control, and school readiness. Research area may include special populations, and focus on teaching and learning outside of traditional K-12 classrooms. The specific departmental affiliation of this appointment is open and will be negotiated with the successful candidate.

The individuals hired for these positions are expected to teach graduate and undergraduate courses, conduct research, advise graduate students, serve on departmental and university committees, and perform university and professional service as appropriate. See http://edpsych.education.wisc.edu/search for information about online application. For questions please contact Dr. Charles Kalish, cwkalish@wisc.edu. Applications received prior to Nov. 15, 2011 will receive full consideration. Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding applicants must be released upon requests. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality. UW-Madison is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The university offers support for domestic partner benefits and spousal hiring. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Assistant Professor, Clinical Psychology, University of Waterloo

Applications are being accepted for the position of Tenure-track Assistant Professor in our CPA and APA accredited Clinical Psychology program. As part of the Clinical Psychology Program, this position will support the UW Centre for Mental Health Research (CMHR). The CMHR combines in-house opportunities for research concerning the nature and treatment of psychological disorders with graduate training and psychological services to the surrounding community. Candidates must have a Ph.D. from an accredited clinical psychology program, an accredited internship, and should be registered or eligible for registration with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. Responsibilities will include undergraduate and graduate teaching, supervision of graduate students' clinical and research work, and an ongoing research program. We welcome applicants who have a strong, theory-driven, research investment that will be attractive to graduate students. Applicants with a research focus consistent with the aforementioned aims of the Clinical Division and the CMHR will be considered. Information about the Clinical Program, the CMHR, and the Psychology Department can be found at: http://www.psychology.uwaterloo.ca. Information regarding Waterloo can be found at: http://www.region.waterloo.on.ca. The anticipated starting date for the position is July 1, 2012. Review of applications will begin October 15, 2011 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should electronically submit a curriculum vitae, a statement of research and teaching interests, reprints or preprints of recent papers, and the names and contact information for three referees (including their email addresses) to: clinicalpsychology@uwaterloo.ca. The University of Waterloo encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including women, members of visible minorities, native people, and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Three openings in the Social Science at Quest University Canada

Quest University Canada (http://www.questu.ca/about_quest/index.php) has opened applications for three social science positions. Rather than hiring by discipline, we hope to fill a hole in our social sciences. We seek someone interested in First Nations or African issues who might approach these studies through psychology, anthropology or sociology. Quest is a new university. We graduated our first class on 30 April 2010. Classes are taught on the block system, and capped at 20 students per class. We scored higher than any other institute in North America on the NSSE scores last year. Quest University Canada seeks to educate undergraduates in the Liberal Arts and Sciences tradition, and to do it well. We do not have departments and teach a number of conceptually based courses (for example, I and a number of my colleagues taught a course last year called Asymmetry and taught about areas of asymmetry in our fields -- brain lateralization, language, handedness, chirality of molecules, and spin of universes). Our Social Sciences area consists of two economists, a political scientist, a cultural geographer, a conservation geographer, and me, a cognitive developmental psychologist. If you have questions about our experiment in education, you can contact me directly (megan.bulloch@questu.ca) or respond to the ad below.

Social Science General - Full-time, Continuing Position

Quest University Canada seeks applicants for a full-time, continuing faculty position and we will consider candidates from any social science discipline or any interdisciplinary program where the focus is on the social sciences. The successful candidate will teach concentration courses in their area of specialty and social science courses in our Foundation Program, especially Global Perspectives and Democracy and Justice, which are required of all students. All Quest faculty are expected to be able to teach the Cornerstone and Question courses, and candidates who demonstrate the willingness and experience to teach Rhetoric will be given special consideration. In your letter of application please discuss which courses you can create for our concentration program that would expand our offerings to Quest students interested in the social sciences. Please also specify how you are qualified to teach Democracy and Justice and Political Economy. For more detail on these and other courses see http://www.questu.ca/academics/foundation_program/course_descriptions.php). Rank open. Please do not apply for this position if you are applying for any other position currently being offered at Quest. Hiring for this position is subject to budgetary approval.

All Quest classes are seminar-style and are limited to enrolments of fewer than 20 students. Our faculty is highly interactive and attuned to opportunities to develop interdisciplinary courses. Further details about Quest and the application procedure can be found under Information for Faculty Applicants. Applications should be sent to ssfaculty@questu.ca; please put the words "Social Science General" in the subject heading.

A PhD (or equivalent) and some teaching experience is required. Although research, especially that involving undergraduates, is encouraged, those seeking a research-focused faculty position should not apply. Applications should be received by November 1, 2011; interviews for finalists will be scheduled in November and December. The start date for the position is August 1, 2012.

First Nations Studies or African Studies

Quest University Canada seeks applicants for a full-time faculty position who can teach courses in First Nations or African Studies. The successful candidate will also teach social science courses in our Foundation Program, especially Global Perspectives and Democracy and Justice, which are required of all students. All Quest faculty are expected to be able to teach the Cornerstone and Question courses, and candidates who demonstrate the willingness and experience to teach Rhetoric will be given special consideration. We will consider candidates from Sociology, Political Science, Anthropology, Psychology, Geography and History, as well as candidates who have completed social science degrees in First Nations or African Studies. The ability and willingness to develop field-based courses is also highly desirable.

All Quest classes are seminar-style and are limited to enrolments of fewer than 20 students. Our faculty are highly interactive and attuned to opportunities to develop interdisciplinary courses. Further details about Quest and the application procedure can be found under Information for Faculty Applicants. Applications should be sent to ssfaculty@questu.ca; please put "First Nations" or "African" studies in the subject heading.

A PhD (or equivalent) and some teaching experience is required. Although research, especially that involving undergraduates, is encouraged, those seeking a research-focused faculty position should not apply. Applications should be received by October 20, 2011; interviews for finalists will be scheduled in November and December. The start date for the position will be August 1, 2012.

Social Science Foundation Courses - Full-time, One Year Position

Quest University Canada seeks applicants for a full-time, one year faculty position and we will consider candidates from any social science discipline or any interdisciplinary program where the focus is on the social sciences. The successful candidate will teach four blocks (sections) of Global Perspectives, and two blocks (sections) of Political Economy, both Foundation courses required of all students. Hiring for this position is subject to budgetary approval.

Global Perspectives orients the student toward contemporary problems in the world. Themes may include intercultural communications, globalization and development, international relations, global social issues such as AIDS, poverty, or environmental degradation, among others. All Global Perspectives blocks introduce the student to world issues in order to help him or her understand basic differences between developed and developing nations, international institutions, some contemporary global challenges, future directions for these contemporary challenges, and the basic geography of the world. During the course, students should develop their ability to critically evaluate different sources of information, use evidence from texts to support an argument or perspective, understand global issues from a wide range of cultural or socioeconomic perspectives, understand how a person’s cultural background may influence their values and perspectives on global issues, and distinguish regions from each other and understand basic geographical and cultural differences between them. In your letter of application please discuss how you would approach the course.

The Political Economy course explores the way economists and makers of economic policy examine problems, how markets work (and fail to work), and policy responses (both appropriate and inappropriate) to economic problems, within the context of liberal democratic society. The following concepts should be a part of every Political Economy course. At the end of the course, students should be able to describe central economic concepts, how economists analyse problems, and the kinds of problems they deal with (including attempts to analyse non-economic phenomena), how markets work, how economic policy impacts outcomes by changing the incentives that people face, the relationship between government and the economy in a free market system, and key indicators - such as measures of economic and social welfare, inequality, and macroeconomic.

All Quest classes are seminar-style and are limited to enrolments of fewer than 20 students. Our faculty is highly interactive and attuned to opportunities to develop interdisciplinary courses. Further details about Quest and the application procedure can be found under Information for Faculty Applicants. Applications should be sent to ssfaculty@questu.ca; please put the words "Foundation position" in the subject heading.

A PhD or ABD status and some teaching experience are required. Applications should be received by November 15, 2011; interviews for finalists will be scheduled in November and December. The start date for the position is August 15, 2012 and the end date for the position is May 15, 2013.

Development of Executive Functions Workshop

Development of Executive Functions Workshop

19th-20th April, 2012
Utrecht University, the Netherlands

CALL FOR PAPERS

This workshop aims to bring together postgraduate, postdoctoral and experienced researchers from across Europe who study the development of executive functions. Submissions are invited for oral and poster presentations on any aspect of this area of research. We particularly welcome applications from postgraduate and postdoctoral researchers.

Speakers include:

Professor Gunilla Bohlin (Uppsala University)
Dr Gaia Scerif (University of Oxford)
Dr Claire Hughes (University of Cambridge)
Dr Lisa Jonkman (Maastricht University)
Dr Mariette Huizinga (University of Amsterdam)

Further information is available on the workshop website: http://www.fss.uu.nl/defworkshop/

Submission deadline: 2nd December 2011

The event is sponsored by the Dutch Institute for the Study of Education and Human Development (ISED) and the European Society for Cognitive Psychology (ESCoP).


Organisers:
Dr Hanna Mulder (Utrecht University)
Dr Lex Wijnroks (Utrecht University)
Ilona Friso-van den Bos (Utrecht University)
Professor Paul Leseman (Utrecht University)
Dr Lucy Cragg (University of Nottingham)

Assistant Prof in DEV PSYCH - University of Virginia

The Department of Psychology at the University of Virginia invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY. Area of specialization within developmental psychology is open. We are seeking a colleague who will contribute to our vibrant and collaborative Program and Department, and whose research has the potential to bridge multiple areas. Qualified candidates will have a productive research program and some teaching experience. Responsibilities will include maintaining an active research program; teaching and mentoring at the graduate and undergraduate levels; and service to the Department, University, and community. Anticipated start date is August 25, 2012. Ph.D. is required by date of appointment. Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2011, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

To apply, submit a Candidate Profile through Jobs@UVa (https://jobs.virginia.edu), search on posting number 0608627, and electronically attach the following: a) a cover letter of interest that identifies and includes links to three (3) representative publications; b) a curriculum vitae; c) a statement of research interest; d) a statement of teaching philosophy and interest ; and e) the names of three references, and have the actual letters of reference sent directly to devsearch@virginia.edu.

Questions regarding the application process should be directed to: dsnow@virginia.edu.

The University of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women, Minorities, Veterans and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Communication Disorders

Communication Disorders

Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders

Emerson College, Boston

www.emerson.edu.

The Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders seeks two tenure track/tenured

faculty positions with initial appointments beginning September 1, 2012.

Applicants must have a completed doctorate in Communication Disorders or related

discipline (including Psychology and Neuropsychology) at the time of appointment.

Preference will be given for applicants with current Certificate of Clinical Competence;

record of excellence in teaching and published research; familiarity with ASHA standards

and certification; and experience with student recruitment, advising and program

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assignment and specify areas of teaching competence. Tenure status, rank and salary

commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The program in Communication Sciences & Disorders is one of the oldest and most

respected in the country, and is highly ranked among the most competitive graduate

programs in communication disorders in the US. The department offers state-of-the-art,

handicap accessible, on-campus clinical facilities easily reached by public transportation.

Emerson College is the nation’s only four-year institution dedicated exclusively to majors

in communication and the arts. Emerson College is located in the center of Boston,

surrounded by major healthcare and research centers, which provide a wide range of

clinical and research opportunities for faculty and students. The College enrolls

approximately 3,000 full-time undergraduates and nearly 1,000 full and part-time

graduate students in its School of the Arts and School of Communication.

Inquiries and applications, including a cover letter, curriculum vita, and names of three

references, should be directed to Dr. Amit Bajaj, Search Committee Chair, Department of

Communication Sciences and Disorders, Emerson College, 120 Boylston Street, Boston,

MA 02116, Amit_Bajaj@emerson.edu 617-824-8305.

You must also fill out an online application form in addition to submitting your

application materials directly to the department. Please visit our faculty employment web

page at http://www2.emerson.edu/hr/Employment.cfm to view this position and submit

your information. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2011 and continue until

an appointment is made.Emerson College values campus multiculturalism as demonstrated by the diversity of its

faculty, staff, student body, and constantly evolving curriculum. The successful

candidate must have the ability to work effectively with faculty, students, and staff from

diverse backgrounds. Members of historically under-represented groups are encouraged

to apply. Emerson College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages diversity

in its workplace.

Professor and Department Chair

Professor and Department Chair

Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders

Emerson College, Boston, Massachusetts

http://www.emerson.edu/

The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Emerson College seeks a senior faculty member with primary expertise in the area of Speech-Language Pathology to serve as Department Chair beginning in August, 2012.

Required qualifications include: 1) a completed doctorate in Speech and Hearing Science,

Communication Disorders, or a related discipline, 2) a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching, 3) an established research record, 4) full professor ranking or demonstrated capacity to achieve full professor within a short period of time after arrival, 5) demonstrated administrative leadership capacity, and 6) commitment to diversity. ASHA Certification (CCC) in Speech-Language Pathology preferred.

The program in Communication Sciences & Disorders is one of the oldest and most respected in the country, and is highly ranked among the most competitive graduate programs in communication disorders in the U.S. The department offers state-of-the-art, handicap accessible, on-campus clinical facilities easily reached by public transportation.

Emerson College is the nation’s only four-year institution dedicated exclusively to majors in

communication and the arts. Emerson College is located in the center of Boston, surrounded by major healthcare and research centers, which provide a wide range of clinical and research opportunities for faculty and students. The College enrolls approximately 3,000 full-time undergraduates and nearly 1,000 full and part-time graduate students in its School of the Arts and School of Communication.

Inquiries and applications, including a cover letter, curriculum vita, and names of three references, should be directed to Dr. Daniel Kempler, Department Chair, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Emerson College, 120 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116, Daniel_Kempler@emerson.edu, 617-824-8302. You must also fill out an online application form in addition to submitting your application materials directly to the department. Please visit our faculty employment web page at http://www2.emerson.edu/hr/Employment.cfm to view this position and submit your information. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until an appointment is made. For best consideration, please submit applications by November 1st, 2011.

Emerson College values campus multiculturalism as demonstrated by the diversity of its faculty,

staff, student body, and constantly evolving curriculum. The successful candidate must have the

ability to work effectively with faculty, students, and staff from diverse backgrounds. Members of historically under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. Emerson College is an Equal

Opportunity Employer that encourages diversity in its workplace.

F11/12-06 Assistant Professor (4 tenure-track positions)

The Department of Psychology and Anthropology at the University of Texas- Pan American is seeking to fill four tenure-track positions at the Assistant Professor level beginning Fall 2012. Areas of specialization are: (1) quantitative (one position); and (2) clinical psychology (three positions). The quantitative position requires teaching statistics at the undergraduate and graduate levels and statistical consultation on graduate thesis committees. Clinical positions specifically require teaching clinical practicum and/or clinical-content courses at the graduate level. Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification, or the ability to contribute to the teaching of BCBA curriculum, is desirable for the clinical positions.

All positions will require an active program of research, graduate and undergraduate teaching, mentoring of graduate students in an existing M.A. program, and active contribution to the development of a Ph.D. program in Clinical Psychology currently in the proposal process. Desirable qualifications include teaching and research experience in a doctoral institution, clinical licensure or competence, and evidence of scholarly productivity commensurate with experience. We are especially interested in applicants whose research interest is in topics related to US-Mexico border issues, Hispanic American mental health, bilingualism, and/or related issues. Successful candidates will be expected to supervise graduate theses, teach graduate and undergraduate courses, and actively seek extramural funding for their research activities.

Required qualifications for appointment: 1) conferred doctorate in Psychology or related field by August 15, 2012; 2) demonstrated potential for research and publication; 3) demonstrated potential for teaching excellence. ABDs may be considered, but a conferred doctorate by August 15, 2012 is required for appointment at the rank of assistant professor.

Review of applications will begin December 1, 2011. Priority will be given to applicants whose complete application is received prior to the review of application date. Candidates must submit a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, three current letters of reference (sent directly from references), and evidence of scholarly and teaching excellence. Original transcripts in support of all earned degrees will be required for candidates invited for an interview. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Hiring is subject to budgetary approval.

Submit materials to:

College of Social and Behavioral Sciences – Office of the Dean

ATTN: Monica Denny

1201 West University Drive

Edinburg, Texas 78539-2999

UTPA has over 19,000 students and is located in the Lower Rio Grande Valley of South Texas with easy access to South Padre Island and Mexico. For more information about the university and department, visit our web site at www.utpa.edu/psychology. For specific inquiries about advertised psychology positions, please contact Dr. Fred Ernst, Chair of the Psychology Search Committee, 956-665-3329 or fernst@utpa.edu .

NOTE:

UTPA is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. This position is security-sensitive as defined by the Texas Education Code §5l.2l5(c) and Texas Government Code §411.094(a)(2). Texas law requires faculty members whose primary language is not English to demonstrate proficiency in English as determined by a satisfactory grade of 500 or greater on the International Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

Doctoral program at CEU

PhD studentships available for the new doctoral program in Cognitive Science at Central European University (CEU), Budapest, Hungary. Application deadline: January 25th, 2012.

The Department of Cognitive Science at CEU invites applications for doctoral studentships starting in September 2012. This is a research-based training program in human cognition with social cognition as a core theme. Research topics include cooperation, communication, social learning, cultural transmission, embodied cognition, joint action, developmental social cognition, strategic decision-making, problem solving, visual cognition, statistical learning, and social cognitive neuroscience. Students will follow courses in cognitive psychology, philosophy of mind, cognitive anthropology, computational cognition and linguistics, and will receive practical research training in the laboratories of the members of this new department. Faculty includes

Gergely CSIBRA
(cognitive development, cognitive neuroscience)
József FISER
(visual perception and cognition, biological and statistical learning)
György GERGELY
(infant cognition, developmental psychopathology)
Christophe HEINTZ
(culture and cognition, scientific cognition, behavioral economics)
Guenther KNOBLICH
(embodied cognition and social cognition, problem solving)
Ágnes M. KOVACS
(development of social cognition, theory of mind, mental representations)
Natalie SEBANZ
(social cognition, social cognitive neuroscience)
Dan SPERBER
(culture and cognition, communication and language, evolution)
Anne TAMM
(theories of language, linguistic diversity)

Applicants are expected to hold a master’s degree in one of the disciplines that constitute Cognitive Science, though in exceptional cases we will consider applications from students who only hold a bachelor's degree. Successful candidates will receive full funding for 3 years and further benefits. For the details of the admission process see
http://cognitivescience.ceu.hu/phd-program

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CEU (www.ceu.hu) is a graduate research-intensive university located in Budapest, Hungary and accredited in the United States and Hungary. CEU enrolls more than 1500 students from nearly 100 countries in its master's and doctoral programs. The teaching staff consists of more than 140 resident faculty from over 40 countries, and prominent visiting scholars from around the world. The language of instruction is English.

UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY - ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY-pediatric psychosocial oncology.

UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY - ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY. The Department of Psychology at the University of Calgary in collaboration with the Alberta Children’s Hospital Research Institute for Child and Maternal Health (ACHRI), the Southern Alberta Cancer Research Institute (SACRI) and the Childhood Cancer Collaborative funded by the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation is seeking applications for a tenure-track Clinical Psychology Professorship at the Assistant Professor level in the field of paediatric psychosocial oncology.

The successful applicant will be expected to: establish a successful, collaborative, multi-disciplinary and externally funded program of research in psychosocial oncology, participate in the scholarly activities, including knowledge generation and translation, of ACHRI and SACRI , and supervise graduate students in the Clinical Psychology program. Applicants for this position will have accredited training in clinical psychology (including an APA- or CPA-approved internship) and will be able to obtain registration as a psychologist in the province of Alberta.

The position offers 75% protected research time, with a 1 course teaching requirement per academic year, for a period of 4 years. After the expiration of the 4 year term, the appointee duties will be discussed with the Dean, including modification of the protected research time.

The successful applicant will be appointed within the Faculty of Arts, Department of Psychology with cross-appointment in Paediatrics and Oncology, Faculty of Medicine.

Send letter of application, statement of research interests, statement of teaching philosophy and interests, curriculum vitae, representative reprints/preprints, and at least two letters of recommendation to, Dr. Tavis Campbell, Chair of the Clinical Psychology Search, Department of Psychology, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada, T2N1N4, E-mail:t.s.campbell@ucalgary.ca. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

With a population of over one million, Calgary is one of Canada’s largest head office cities and enjoys a vibrant economic climate based on energy, high-tech, financial services, and tourism. This business environment provides a variety of opportunities for scholars. Situated in the foothills of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, the city offers excellent year-round recreational opportunities.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Calgary respects, appreciates and encourages diversity.

Professor Position at NC

The Department of Psychology at North Carolina State University invites applicants with
expertise in the area of health psychology to fill an assistant professor tenure/tenure-track
position. A strong preference will be given to applicants having a community-based /
community psychology approach to health issues, as well as experience in program evaluation.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Psychology or in a closely related field. Successful candidates will have a strong record of research productivity, the potential to develop an independent, externally-funded research program that involves doctoral students, and a commitment to teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels. Review of applications will start by October 9, 2011, and continue until the position is filled. Additional departmental information can be found online at: http://psychology.chass.ncsu.edu/. To apply, and to view a more complete position description, please visit http://jobs.ncsu.edu and search for position 00000421.

Information requests may be addressed to Dr. Roger E. Mitchell, Chair, Health Psychology
Search Committee, Department of Psychology, North Carolina State University, Box 7650,
Raleigh, NC 27695-7650; roger_mitchell@ncsu.edu; 919-513-2546.

AA/EOE. In addition, NC State welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation

Research Assistant (Staff) Position at University of Kansas

Psychology Research Assistant Needed, University of Kansas Medical Center.The Department of Dietetics and Nutrition at the University of Kansas Medical Center and the Schiefelbusch Life Span Institute seeks a full-time Research Assistant to work on a collaborative project on nutrition and cognitive development. We are looking for someone with prior research experience in a behavioral lab with preference given to those with research experience in the developmental psychology field. The successful applicant would join an established interdisciplinary team of researchers examining the relationships between maternal and child diet and their affects on physical, cognitive, and visual development of the children. More details about the position and application process can be found at: https://jobs.kumc.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp?postingId=376523

Lab Manager - UMass Amherst

The Brain, Cognition, and Development (BCD) Lab, headed by Dr. Lisa Scott at the University of Massachusetts Amherst anticipates hiring a full time Lab Manager to work on studies aimed at understanding the processes and previous experiences important for perceiving and recognizing faces and objects in infants and adults. The BCD lab uses longitudinal training designs and behavioral, electrophysiological (event--‐related potentials; ERPs), and eye--‐tracking methods, to elucidate the perceptual, cognitive, and social experiences that enhance or constrain face and object processing.

To learn more about our work please see our website: http://www.people.umass.edu/lscott/ If you are interested in this position please email your CV/resume to: Dr. Lisa Scott, Ph.D. lscott@psych.umass.edu

Full-­time Lab Manager Position:
Primary Duties include:
‐ Managing laboratory research projects, research budgets, and IRB protocols.
‐ Hiring, training, and supervising undergraduate research assistants.
‐ Coordinating lab events and meetings
‐ Creating stimuli, programming experiments, data processing/entry/analysis.
‐ Purchasing supplies and equipment and maintaining general laboratory equipment, computers, and networks.
‐ Maintaining a participant database, and recruiting/scheduling/testing infant and adult participants.

The Lab Manager will generally support Dr. Scott, graduate students, and post--‐doctoral fellows in the lab and will have the opportunity to be a collaborator in research that will be presented at major conferences and published in major journals. The start date is flexible but must be between October 1st 2011 and February 1st, 2012. The lab manager position requires a minimum 1.5--‐2--‐year commitment depending on start date.

Required Qualifications:
•- Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Linguistics or related field.
•- Previous research experience in a laboratory setting.
•- Six months experience working with infants/children/families.
•- Excellent computer skills and experience working with both mac’s and pc’s and a willingness to learn computer programming.
•- Excellent communication, interpersonal, leadership, multi--‐tasking and organizational skills.
•- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications:
•- Programming experience and proficiency (E--‐prime (visual basic) and MATLAB).
•- Previous experience working with EEG/ERPs, preferably the EGI system.
•- Previous experience and proficiency using SPSS or R statistical packages.
•- Previous experience and proficiency using Adobe Photoshop, and Delta Graph.

Call for Papers - Early Rationality in Action Perception and Production

Call for Papers Special Issue: Early Rationality in Action Perception and Production?

A special issue of the Journal of Experimental Child Psychology (JECP),guest-edited by Markus Paulus and Ildiko Kiraly, will be devoted toempirical research articles investigating questions concerning earlyrationality in action perception and production. Within recent years, thequestion of early rationality in action perception and production has becomea topic of great interest in developmental psychology, comparativepsychology, and cognitive science. On the one hand, studies have providedevidence for rational action perception and action imitation even in veryyoung infants. On the other hand, scholars have recently questioned theseinterpretations and proposed that the ability to rationally evaluate actionsis not yet in place in infancy. Others have examined the development of theability to make rational action choices and have indicated limitations ofyoung children¹s ability to act rationally. Given the relevance of knowledgeabout the (early) development of rationality in action perception andproduction for several areas of developmental psychology (e.g., socialcognition, action control, inferential and counterfactual reasoning), JECPcalls for papers dedicated to the investigation of these issues. Weencourage contributions investigating questions pertaining to youngchildren¹s rationality in action perception and production as well as theneurocognitive mechanisms subserving this developing capacity. Topics of interest include (but are not limited to):

*Young children¹s developing ability to evaluate the rationality of others¹actions or to act rationally and/or the limitations of these abilities(including alternative explanations for previously reported evidence onthese abilities) in young children; the developmental trajectories of theseabilities
*Task and context specificity of these abilities
*Individual differences in either the ability to evaluate the rationality ofothers¹ actions or the developing capacity to act rationally, especiallytheir antecedents (e.g., early perceptual and motor experiences; cognitiveabilities, language development); concurrent correlates (e.g., socialcognition, brain development); and sequelae (e.g., social interaction,action control)
*The early development of inferential reasoning abilities as they pertain tothe context of action perception and production
*Comparative research, especially studies with chimpanzees, but also otherspecies
*Comparisons of typically- and atypically-developing children
*Cultural/cross-cultural studies
*Neural correlates (e.g., electrophysiological studies)

Consistent with the editorial policy of JECP and the topic of the specialissue, we expect the main focus to be on infancy and early childhood.

Manuscripts should be submitted by February 29, 2012, using the Elsevier Editorial System at: http://ees.elsevier.com/jecp. Manuscripts should beprepared in accordance with the usual guidelines [see the Guide for Authorson the journal homepage (http://www.elsevier.com/locate/jecp) for detailsand address]. Authors should indicate in their cover letters that they wishtheir manuscripts to be considered for the Special Issue on EarlyRationality. Papers submitted by Editorial Board members, theircollaborators, or their students must be prepared for blind peer review;papers submitted by others may be prepared for blind peer review if theauthors wish. Manuscripts that meet JECP criteria for scientific merit andimportance but that are not selected for the special issue may be publishedin a regular issue of JECP. Inquiries, including questions about appropriatetopics, may be sent electronically to Markus Paulus (markus.paulus@lmu.de)and Ildiko Kiraly (kiralyi@mtapi.hu).

Faculty Position - U Washington

UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON – DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY

The Department of Psychology expects to fill one full-time tenure track Assistant or Associate Professor position in the area of DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY. Area of research specialization is open but we are seeking candidates who support our collaborative, interdisciplinary approach to research. Applicants are expected to have an excellent publication record, strong promise for the receipt of extramural funding, and demonstrated teaching effectiveness. Duties will include teaching and mentoring at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, research, and service. We are seeking an individual whose training and research involves core issues in developmental psychology, a strong grounding in developmental theory, cutting-edge methods, and who also has the ability to foster collaborations with other areas in psychology.

To apply, send a statement of research and teaching interests, a CV, three reprints or preprints, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and three letters of recommendation to: Developmental Psychology Search Committee, Department of Psychology, Box 351525, University of Washington, Seattle, WA 98195-1525. We encourage submission of application materials via e-mail at psysrch2@uw.edu, but all materials must also be received in hard copy. Application review will begin November 1, 2011, and will continue until the position is filled. Ph.D. is required by date of appointment. The University of Washington is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The University is building a diverse faculty and strongly encourages applications from female and minority candidates.

Faculty Position at Swathmore

Swarthmore College - DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGIST

Located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, Swarthmore College is a highly selective liberal arts college whose mission combines academic rigor with social responsibility. Swarthmore has a strong institutional commitment to excellence through diversity in its educational program and employment practices and actively seeks and welcomes applications from candidates with exceptional qualifications, particularly those with demonstrable commitments to a more inclusive society and world. The Department of Psychology announces a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level to begin in September, 2012. The individual will be responsible for teaching introductory and advanced undergraduate courses in developmental psychology. We seek an individual with a commitment to teaching as well as an active research program that can engage bright undergraduates. Applicants should submit a letter describing their teaching and research interests, a current CV, reprints or preprints of recent work, and three letters of recommendation. Consideration of candidates will begin October 1. Applications should be submitted electronically and addressed to the Developmental Search Committee, Department of Psychology, Swarthmore College at the following email address: psych@swarthmore.edu. Inquiries may be made to Andrew Ward, Department Chair, at award1@swarthmore.edu or 610-690-6861.

Post-doc at PSU - Cognition, Affect, Temperamen​t

Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position at Penn State University—University Park

The newly-forming Cognition, Affect, and Temperament Laboratory at Penn State University, headed by Dr. Koraly Pérez-Edgar, seeks a post-doctoral research fellow. Start date is flexible, although early January, 2012, is highly desirable.

This position is for up to two years, with the possibility of an extension depending on grant funding.

We are looking for a postdoctoral scientist to work on an exciting NIMH-funded project examining the impact of an attention intervention on the behavioral and neural correlates of anxiety among young children at temperamental risk for psychopathology. The lab draws on multiple methods of inquiry including fMRI, electrophysiology, genotyping, behavioral responses, and questionnaires. This work will take advantage of the University’s broad resources, including the Child Study Center (http://csc.psych.psu.edu/) and the SLEIC Center (http://www.imaging.psu.edu/).

The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for collecting and analyzing imaging and behavioral data and writing scientific papers and presentations. Other duties will include working with research assistants and graduate and undergraduate students.
Position qualifications include a PhD in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field; experience with fMRI acquisition and analysis; strong experimental and statistical skills; ability to work independently and in a team environment on multiple tasks and projects and to share one’s expertise with and train others. Experience with neuroimaging software programs (AFNI, FSL, MATLAB, SPM, or other relevant programs), programming tasks (E-prime, Presentation), and statistical analysis (SPSS, SAS) is highly desired. Excellent scientific writing skills are also desired.

Please apply for this position at www.la.psu.edu/facultysearch/ Once there you should upload a letter of research interests, a CV and contact information for three references. If electronic submission is not possible, please send to Koraly Perez-Edgar (kxp24@psu.edu). Please note your last name and “Post-Doctoral Fellow” in the subject line.

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.

Full-time RA - PSU Cognition, Affect, Temperamen​t

The newly-forming Cognition, Affect, and Temperament Laboratory at Penn State University, headed by Dr. Koraly Pérez-Edgar, seeks a full-time research assistant.

Start date is flexible, although early Fall is highly desirable.

The skills learned through this experience will be useful for those who intend to go to graduate school in psychology, neuroscience, or human development. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on NIMH-funded studies investigating the developmental trajectories of early temperament, with a focus on risk for anxiety. In doing so, the lab focuses on the cognitive, behavioral, and neural correlates attention mechanisms. Multiple methods of inquiry include fMRI, electrophysiology (EEG & ERP), direct behavioral observation, and questionnaires. This work will take advantage of the University’s broad resources, including the Child Study Center (http://csc.psych.psu.edu/) and the SLEIC Center (http://www.imaging.psu.edu/).

The successful candidate will be responsible for: Recruiting and maintaining contact with children/adolescents and their families; Collecting, processing, and analyzing behavioral, psychophysiological, and/or neuroimaging sources of data; Aiding in human subject protocols, human consent forms, and annual IRB approval; General lab management duties.
An associate’s degree or higher, bachelor’s degree preferred in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a related field plus one or more years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in a lab that conducts fMRI and/or psychophysiology studies will be considered a strong plus. Research experience with children is highly desirable. The successful candidate will have strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and willingness to learn and develop additional computer skills related to data management and preparation of data for analysis. Experience processing neuroimaging data using relevant software programs (e.g., AFNI, MATLAB, SPM, FSL), programming experimental tasks (e.g., using E-prime, Presentation), statistical analysis (SPSS, SAS) is also highly desired.
Please highlight relevant skills in your cover letter. To apply, please send a cover letter of interest, a CV, and a list of 2 or 3 references (and their contact information) to catlabPSU@gmail.com. Please note your last name and “RA Position” in the subject line. Review of the applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Salary will be commensurate with experience. This is a fixed term appointment funded for one year from date of hire with an excellent possibility of re-funding.

Call for papers - early rationality

Call for PapersSpecial Issue: Early Rationality in Action Perception and Production?
A special issue of the Journal of Experimental Child Psychology (JECP), guest-edited by Markus Paulus and Ildiko Kiraly, will be devoted to empirical research articles investigating questions concerning early rationality in action perception and production. Within recent years, the question of early rationality in action perception and production has become a topic of great interest in developmental psychology, comparative psychology, and cognitive science. On the one hand, studies have provided evidence for rational action perception and action imitation even in very young infants. On the other hand, scholars have recently questioned these interpretations and proposed that the ability to rationally evaluate actions is not yet in place in infancy. Others have examined the development of the ability to make rational action choices and have indicated limitations of young children’s ability to act rationally. Given the relevance of knowledge about the (early) development of rationality in action perception and production for several areas of developmental psychology (e.g., social cognition, action control, inferential and counterfactual reasoning), JECP calls for papers dedicated to the investigation of these issues. We encourage contributions investigating questions pertaining to young children’s rationality in action perception and production as well as the neurocognitive mechanisms subserving this developing capacity. Topics of interest include (but are not limited to):
*Young children’s developing ability to evaluate the rationality of others’ actions or to act rationally and/or the limitations of these abilities (including alternative explanations for previously reported evidence on these abilities) in young children; the developmental trajectories of these abilities
*Task and context specificity of these abilities
*Individual differences in either the ability to evaluate the rationality of others’ actions or the developing capacity to act rationally, especially their antecedents (e.g., early perceptual and motor experiences; cognitive abilities, language development); concurrent correlates (e.g., social cognition, brain development); and sequelae (e.g., social interaction, action control)
*The early development of inferential reasoning abilities as they pertain to the context of action perception and production
*Comparative research, especially studies with chimpanzees, but also other species
*Comparisons of typically- and atypically-developing children
*Cultural/cross-cultural studies
*Neural correlates (e.g., electrophysiological studies)
Consistent with the editorial policy of JECP and the topic of the special issue, we expect the main focus to be on infancy and early childhood.
Manuscripts should be submitted by February 29, 2012, using the Elsevier Editorial System at: http://ees.elsevier.com/jecp. Manuscripts should be prepared in accordance with the usual guidelines [see the Guide for Authors on the journal homepage (http://www.elsevier.com/locate/jecp) for details and address]. Authors should indicate in their cover letters that they wish their manuscripts to be considered for the Special Issue on Early Rationality. Papers submitted by Editorial Board members, their collaborators, or their students must be prepared for blind peer review; papers submitted by others may be prepared for blind peer review if the authors wish. Manuscripts that meet JECP criteria for scientific merit and importance but that are not selected for the special issue may be published in a regular issue of JECP. Inquiries, including questions about appropriate topics, may be sent electronically to Markus Paulus (markus.paulus@lmu.de) and Ildiko Kiraly (kiralyi@mtapi.hu).

Assistant Professor position at Iowa

The Department of Psychology at the University of Iowa invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position to begin in the academic year 2012. We invite applications from candidates with outstanding research records who work within any area of Cognition, including all major topic areas (e.g., language, memory, perception, motor control) and all approaches (including experimental, developmental, neuroscience, and computational). The appointment is expected to be at the rank of assistant professor and requires that the Ph.D. be received by August 17, 2012. The review of applicants will begin on October 13, 2011 and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, please visit our electronic submission website athttp://jobs.uiowa.edu/faculty and refer to requisition # 59724. Materials, including a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, copies of selected scholarly papers, a research statement, and email contact information for three letters of recommendation should be submitted electronically. Informal inquiries about the position can be directed to andrew-hollingworth@uiowa.edu. The Department of Psychology is experiencing a period of vigorous growth and enhancement, including construction of a new building containing laboratory, teaching, meeting, and office space. Candidates may visit our web site at www.psychology.uiowa.edu for more information regarding the Department and life in Iowa City. The Department of Psychology and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences are strongly committed to gender and ethnic diversity; the strategic plans of the University, College, and Department reflect this commitment. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. The University of Iowa is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer.

Assistant Professor position at Villanova University

THE PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT OF VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY invitesapplications for a TENURE TRACK POSITION (ASSISTANT PROFESSOR), starting lateAugust 2012, in DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY with an emphasis on some aspect ofsocial development preferred. Candidates should have a strongpublication record, the ability to generate a high-quality research program,and a commitment to teaching in both undergraduate and graduate (MS) programs. Responsibilities include direction of master’s theses in our rigorous,research-oriented program, and teaching developmental psychology, generalpsychology or other courses depending on one’s interests and the fit withdepartmental needs. For more information, seehttp://www.villanova.edu/artsi/psychology. Applications must be submitted at https://jobs.villanova.edu/ and mustinclude a cover letter, vita, and other supporting documents detailed at thewebsite. Also, three signed letters of recommendation should be mailed toChairperson, Search Committee, Psychology Department, Villanova University, 800Lancaster Ave., Villanova, PA 19085 or emailed to psychsearch@villanova.edu. Reviewof applications will begin on October 1, 2011 and continue until the positionis filled. Villanova University is a Roman Catholic University sponsored bythe Augustinian Order. An AA/EEO employer, the University, along with thepsychology department, seeks a diverse faculty who can provide a range ofviewpoints within the department and campus community, who are committed toscholarship, service and especially teaching, and who understand, respect, andcan contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Funding

OppNet, NIH’s Basic Behavioral and Social Science Opportunity Network, released a new RFA for three-year research projects:

Basic research on decision making: Cognitive, affective, and developmental perspectives (R01)
This OppNet Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) encourages research grant applications that propose to increase understanding of the basic cognitive, affective, motivational, and social processes that underlie decision making across the lifespan. This includes an appreciation of the interactions among the psychological, neurobiological, and behavioral processes in decision making. It also includes consideration of the mediating and/or moderating influences of,CultureGenetics, Physiology, and, Social environment.

The decision sciences have produced a rich literature in some of these areas; nevertheless, certain topics are only beginning to be addressed. Understudied areas include and are not limited to,Changes over the lifespan in physiological and psychological processes integral to decision making.Interactions of cognition and emotion. Behavioral economics and neuroeconomics.
Follow this link to the complete funding opportunity (RFA-MH-12-130): http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-MH-12-130.html
About OppNet
OppNet is a trans-NIH initiative that funds activities to build the collective body of knowledge about the nature of behavior and social systems, and that deepen our understanding of basic mechanisms of behavioral and social processes. All 24 NIH Institutes and Centers that fund research and four Program Offices within the NIH Office of the Director (ICOs) co-fund and co-manage OppNet. All OppNet initiatives invite investigators to propose innovative research that will advance a targeted domain of basic social and behavioral sciences and produce knowledge and/or tools of potential relevance to multiple domains of health- and lifecourse-related research. Applicants should understand that the NIH Institute or Center (IC) that made this FOA available to the public is not necessarily the NIH IC that ultimately will manage a funded OppNet project. Instead, OppNet assigns funding and project management of meritorious applications to the NIH IC whose scientific mission most closely corresponds to that of the proposed research project.
OppNet uses the NIH definition of basic behavioral and social science research (b-BSSR) (http://obssr.od.nih.gov/about_obssr/BSSR_CC/BSSR_definition/definition.aspx) to determine application responsiveness. Consequently, OppNet strongly encourages prospective investigators to consult this definition, OppNet’s answers to frequently asked questions about b-BSSR (http://oppnet.nih.gov/about-faqs.asp), and the Scientific Contacts section of each OppNet FOA for individuals with expertise in the research subject matter and the OppNet initiative.
For more information about OppNet and all its funding opportunities, visit http://oppnet.nih.gov.

BICA

Please ignore if already involved with BICA 2011. Sorry for duplicates. Please do circulate.

* WHAT: Biologically Inspired Cognitive Architectures 2011, http://bicasociety.org/2011
* WHEN: November 5-6, 2011, Saturday-Sunday* WHERE: Holiday Inn, Arlington, Virginia, USA, adjacent to Washington, D.C., co-located with the AAAI Fall Symposia
If you would like to give a TALK at BICA 2011, please submit a 150 word abstract via EasyChair at https://www.easychair.org/conferences/?conf=bica2011
* DEADLINE: September 4th

Hope to see you in Arlington in November,
--Alexei Samsonovich, BICA 2011 Co-Chair

P.S. Accepted abstracts and papers will be published in the FAIA Series, IOS Press, indexed in major indices. Lodging available for $99+tax per night. If you do not wish to receive future announcements from BICA Society, please reply with the word UNSUBSCRIBE in the subject field.

Full time position at Quest University

Full-Time Positions

First Nations Studies or African Studies

Quest University Canada seeks applicants for a full-time faculty position who can teach courses in First Nations or African Studies. The successful candidate will also teach social science courses in our Foundation Program, especially Global Perspectives and Democracy and Justice, which are required of all students. All Quest faculty are expected to be able to teach the Cornerstone and Question courses, and candidates who demonstrate the willingness and experience to teach Rhetoric will be given special consideration. We will consider candidates from Sociology, Political Science, Anthropology, Psychology, Geography and History, as well as candidates who have completed social science degrees in First Nations or African Studies. The ability and willingness to develop field-based courses is also highly desirable.

All Quest classes are seminar-style and are limited to enrolments of fewer than 20 students. Our faculty are highly interactive and attuned to opportunities to develop interdisciplinary courses. Further details about Quest and the application procedure can be found underInformation for Faculty Applicants. Applications should be sent to ssfaculty@questu.ca.

A PhD (or equivalent) and some teaching experience is required. Although research, especially that involving undergraduates, is encouraged, those seeking a research-focused faculty position should not apply. Applications should be received by October 20, 2011; interviews for finalists will be scheduled in November and December. The start date for the position will be August 1, 2012.

Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position at the University of Maryland and NIMH

Please post this advertisement for a postdoctoral fellow. Ad is attached and pasted below:


Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position at the University of Maryland and NIMH

Child Development Laboratory and Section on Developmental Affective Neurosciences

The Child Development Laboratory directed by Dr. Nathan Fox at the University of Maryland (http://www.education.umd.edu/EDHD/faculty/Fox/) seeks a full-time postdoctoral research fellow to work on a neuroimaging project in collaboration with Dr. Daniel Pine and the Section on Developmental Affective Neuroscience (SDAN) at the National Institute of Mental Health. The start date is flexible although January of 2012 is preferred. This position is for up to two years, with the possibility of an extension depending on grant funding.

We are looking for a postdoctoral scientist to work on existing and new studies investigating behavioral and neural correlates of social and non-social reward processing in relation to anxiety among young children, as well as the contribution of individual level factors such as temperament and social relationships to these processes. The lab draws on multiple methods of inquiry including fMRI, behavioral responses, questionnaires and electrophysiology.

The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for collecting and analyzing fMRI and behavioral data and writing scientific papers and presentations. Other duties will include working with research assistants and graduate and undergraduate students.

Position qualifications include a PhD in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field; experience with fMRI acquisition and analysis; strong experimental and statistical skills; ability to work independently and in a team environment on multiple tasks and projects and to share one’s expertise with and train others. Experience with neuroimaging software programs (AFNI, FSL, MATLAB, SPM, or other relevant programs), programming tasks (E-prime, Presentation), and statistical analysis (SPM, SAS) is highly desired. Excellent scientific writing skills are also desired.

Please address questions or send a letter of research interests, a CV and contact information for three references to Nathan Fox (fox@umd.edu) Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Northwestern - Assistant Professor

NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY

Assistant Professor in Child Language

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The Northwestern University Roxelyn and Richard Pepper Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders is searching for a tenure-track faculty member, at the rank of Assistant Professor, with a promising or established research program focused on disorders, learning, acquisition, and/or processing of child language, with a vision to pursue a program of translational research. Areas of particular interest include, but are not limited to language impairment, speech-sound disorders, and language-based literacy disorders. Basic researchers whose work has clear potential to inform the diagnosis and treatment of communication disorders are also encouraged to apply. This nine-month tenure-track position is based on the Evanston campus. Preferred starting date: September 1, 2012.

Duties: Development of a fundable program of research, teach courses in communication disorders, direct student research, and provide academic advising.

Qualifications: Earned PhD required in Speech Language Pathology, Psychology, Linguistics, Education, Cognitive Science, Neurobiology, or other related field. The candidate must have interests and experience required to teach courses in the Department and to develop interdisciplinary research affiliations with other units of the University.

Salary: Internationally competitive, depending on qualifications and experience.

Application procedure: Send cover letter describing research and teaching interests and experience, a current vita, reprints, and three letters of recommendation to the chair of the search committee at a-booth@northwestern.edu or to Child Language Position Search, Communication and Sciences Disorders Department, Northwestern University, 2240 Campus Dr., Evanston, IL 60208. For more information about the Department, please visit:

http://www.communication.northwestern.edu/csd/

The University: Northwestern University is one of the nation’s largest private research universities. The main campus is located in Evanston and the medical campus is located 12 miles south in Chicago. Both campuses are located on the shore of Lake Michigan with quick access to public transportation between the thriving and vibrant communities of Evanston and Chicago. There is continuing expansion of University facilities and programs, particularly in the sciences and medicine. Diverse cultural, social, and recreational activities abound on and near each campus.

Closing Date: Review of applications will begin on September 15th, 2011 and will continue until the position is filled. Search # 17688.

Northwestern University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.