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The Department of Psychology at Colorado State University invites applications for a faculty position with an appointment date of August 15, 2008. The position requires a Ph.D. or equivalent in psychology or a closely related field, an active research program with commitment to pursue external funding, and potential for excellence in graduate and undergraduate instruction. The position is at the rank of assistant professor, although candidates at higher ranks with a strong record of external funding may be considered for the Applied Social position. We welcome applications from those representing historically underrepresented groups and who will enhance the diversity of our faculty in this regard.
APPLIED SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY. We are seeking a Social Psychologist who has a strong commitment to applying social psychological theory and empirical foundations to important social issues. Area of specialization within Social Psychology is open, however, preference will be given to candidates whose interests expand upon topics of research currently being conducted by program faculty. Areas of strength within the program include health psychology (broadly defined), environmental psychology, and diversity issues. Individuals who do both laboratory and field research are encouraged to apply. There are three research centers associated with the Applied Social program, the Tri-Ethnic Center for Prevention Research, the Colorado Injury Control Research Center, and the Center on Aging, all of which have major grant funding. The successful candidate is expected to teach graduate courses in Social Psychology, including both survey courses and advanced topical seminars such as Aggression, Decision-Making, Intergroup Relations, Social Cognition, and others of interest to the candidate. Undergraduate assignments will include Social Psychology, and may include Environmental Psychology, General Psychology, History & Systems, and Research Methods. Additional details about the position can be found at:
http://www.colostate.edu/Depts/Psychology/
The teaching load is appropriate for a top-tier research university and is adjusted for grant activity. Application material (cover letter, curriculum vitae, statements of research and teaching interests and experience, reprints/preprints, evidence of teaching experience and effectiveness, and e-mail addresses for three referees) should be submitted on-line at:
http://www.natsci.colostate.edu/searches/psych/
The applicant should request three reference letters. Referees will be sent an access code (using the contact information provided by the applicant) for submitting letter on-line. For full consideration, materials must be received by December 1, 2007, but applications for each position will be accepted until the position is filled. The Department and University have a strong commitment to diversity; ethnic minorities and women are encouraged to apply. CSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, EO Office 101 Student Services.
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