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 | 2 Tenure-Track, 3 Postdoc, 3 RA Positions |  | | | | | Institution/Organization: | School of Psychology, University of Exeter | | Job Location: | United Kingdom | | Job Types: | Postdoctoral, Tenure-Track, Other | | Contact Person: | Jolanda Jetten | | Date Posted: | October 6th, 2006 | | Closing Date: | November 1st, 2006 | | Web Site: | http://www.psychology.ex.ac.uk/ | | | | |  |  | |
The School of Psychology at the University of Exeter offers the following positions in Social and/or Organisational Psychology: 2 Lecturer/Senior Lecturers, 3 Post-Doctoral Fellows, and 3 Research Assistant positions.
The Social, Economic and Organizational Research Group is seeking to expand and strengthen its current research profile. Current members of the group conduct high-quality research with a strong international focus. Much of this is funded by grants from main funding bodies (in particular the ESRC), from Government and industry. The group boasts excellent research facilities and labs (some of which were recently refurbished). We are keen to appoint new members of staff who will complement existing strengths or who will introduce new ones to what is a vibrant and flourishing research group.
Applications are invited for:
2 Lecturer/Senior Lecturer positions (continuing)
Two appointments, ranging from Lecturer to Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor) can be made in any area(s) within Social, Economic and Organizational psychology.
The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in social psychology, and have a track record of conference presentations and publication. Applicants are expected to have a portfolio of independent research and teaching experience commensurate with the level of the application. Salary starting from £28,019 p.a. (Lecturer) or £34,448 p.a. (Senior Lecturer).
3 Post-Doctoral Fellows and 3 Research Assistant positions
The Post-Doctoral fellows and Research Assistants will be employed on a large research project “The individual in the group: Social identity and the dynamics of change”, funded by the Economic and Social Research Council. The positions are 3-year appointments.
This grant investigates social and cognitive processes in group, organizational and clinical settings. This project's twin aim is (a) to increase understanding of the processes of identity change, and (b) to explore the relationship between these processes and individual and group well-being. It will do this through three inter-related streams of research building on the combined expertise of social psychologists and clinical and cognitive neuropsychologists. Stream 1 systematically examines basic processes and dynamics within groups, exploring the conditions that encourage and support change within groups. Stream 2 focuses on how these basic processes play out in organizational settings examining the role of social identity in organizational change and in relation to workplace stress. Stream 3 focuses on how these basic processes affect individuals' well-being and mental health. In practical terms, the project addresses questions pertaining to (a) the fostering of cohesion and trust in groups, (b) the promotion of effective leadership, role modelling and change management, and (c) the reduction of psychological costs associated with identity change and loss.
The postdoctoral fellows will work closely with the research team and international collaborators across all aspects of the project. They should have good statistical skills and familiarity with advanced statistical methods, along with good organisational skills. Successful candidates will have a Ph.D. in social psychology, and have a track record of conference presentations and publication. Relevant experience/knowledge of clinical and neuropsychological methods and theory would be an advantage for one of the post-doctoral positions. In addition, the post holders will be expected to assist in writing reports, conference papers and journal articles and be able to interact with external organisations and liaise with other agencies. The Postdoctoral Fellows are expected to take on some associated teaching (up to 20% of their time). Salary starting from £22,958 p.a.
The Research Assistant positions will be half-time appointments and therefore best suit an applicant with a good undergraduate degree in psychology who would like to pursue further study (either at MSc or PhD level). Applicants should have a first class psychology degree, have good statistical skills and familiarity with advanced statistical methods, along with good organisational skills. Salary starting from £10,734 p.a. part time (full time salary equivalent £21,468 p.a.).
The intended starting date for the appointments is January 1, 2007. However, one of the Lecturer/Senior lecturer positions will start on August 1, 2007.
Further particulars may be obtained from staff and/or award holders in the School of Psychology, University of Exeter, EX4 4QG: A.Haslam@exeter.ac.uk; T.Postmes@exeter.ac.uk; J.Jetten@exeter.ac.uk; M.Ryan@exeter.ac.uk; C.Haslam@exeter.ac.uk; W.H.Williams@exeter.ac.uk; T.Morton@exeter.ac.uk.
Applications for the postdoctoral positions and research assistant posts should be sent to Prof. Alex Haslam, School of Psychology, University of Exeter, Exeter, EX4 4QG. Applications for the Lecturer/Senior Lecturer position should be send to the Personnel & Staff Development, University of Exeter, Northcote House, The Queen's Drive, Exeter, EX4 4QJ. Please contact Cate Atkins (Cate.atkins@exeter.ac.uk) to obtain an application pack. Indicate the position(s) you would like to be considered for in your cover letter, quoting the appropriate reference number.
The deadline for the receipt of applications is November 1, 2006. The positions are subject to university confirmation.
The University of Exeter is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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