Dear Colleagues, Sorry in advance for the cross-posting but I wanted to let you know of a couple of positions that are currently being advertised at Webster University: Life-Span Developmental Psychologist and a Cognitive Psychologist (ads pasted below).
Webster is a wonderful place to work as there is a strong commitment to academic freedom. Faculty research in our department encompasses international psychology, peace psychology, the psychology of women, the scholarship of teaching/learning, and a range of other topics. You can find out more about us at http://www.webster.edu/depts/artsci/bass/ . Webster is probably best known for a focus on international education with complete campuses in Thailand, China, Netherlands, Austria, Switzerland, England and satellite campuses at a host of other locations. Students and faculty are encouraged to study/teach abroad and are financially supported for such endeavors. As noted in the ads below: We strongly encourage applications from those who identify as diverse in terms of gender, race, ethnicity and/or sexual orientation. Let me know if you have any questions. Best, Linda M. Woolf, Ph.D. [EMAIL PROTECTED] Professor, Psychology and International Human Rights Past-President, Society for the Study of Peace, Conflict, & Violence (Div. 48, APA) <http://www.peacepsych.org> Steering Committee, Psychologists for Social Responsibility (PsySR) <http://www.psysr.org> *Lifespan Developmental Psychologist*: The Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences at Webster University invites applicants for a tenure-track position beginning August 2009. A Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology or related field is preferred at the time of appointment, although consideration will be given to strong candidates who are ABD. Applicants should have demonstrated successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level and be qualified to teach introductory psychology, lifespan development, adulthood and aging, and other courses in the candidate's area of expertise. Opportunity exists for faculty involvement in the department's graduate program in Gerontology. This is a nine (9) month academic position with a teaching load of six courses per year (three courses each semester) and student academic advising responsibilities. Opportunities for faculty research exist. Faculty members are expected to participate in department, college and university governance activities and other university events. Webster University, founded in 1915, is a private, multi-campus and international institution with academic programs in 106 locations in the United States, Europe, and Asia. The St. Louis campus provides an academic home for more than 3,500 undergraduate and 3,300 graduate students. http://www.webster.edu/depts/artsci/bass/. Review of applications will begin November 5, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should forward: (1) a cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) statement of teaching philosophy, (4) teaching evaluations, (5) statement of research interests and relevant publications, and (6) at least three letters of references. Please mail application materials to Developmental Psychology Search Committee, Human Resources, Webster University, 470 E. Lockwood Avenue, St. Louis, Missouri, 63119-3194. Webster University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action educator and employer. We are committed to maintaining a culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber. We strongly encourage applications from those who identify as diverse in terms of gender, race, ethnicity and/or sexual orientation. *Cognitive Psychologist: *The Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences at Webster University invites applicants for a tenure-track position beginning August 2009. A Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology or related field is preferred at the time of appointment, although consideration will be given to strong candidates who are ABD. Applicants should have demonstrated successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level and be qualified to teach introductory psychology, cognitive psychology, research methods/statistics, and other courses in the candidate's area of expertise (e.g., memory, sensation and perception, etc.). This is a nine (9) month academic position with a teaching load of six courses per year (three courses each semester) and student academic advising responsibilities. Opportunities for faculty research exist. Faculty members are expected to participate in department, college and university governance activities and other university events. Webster University, founded in 1915, is a private, multi-campus and international institution with academic programs in 106 locations in the United States, Europe, and Asia. The St. Louis campus provides an academic home for more than 3,500 undergraduate and 3,300 graduate students. http://www.webster.edu/depts/artsci/bass/. Review of applications will begin November 5, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should forward: (1) a cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) statement of teaching philosophy, (4) teaching evaluations, (5) statement of research interests and relevant publications, and (6) at least three letters of references. Please mail application materials to Cognitive Psychology Search Committee, Human Resources, Webster University, 470 E. Lockwood Avenue, St. Louis, Missouri, 63119-3194. Webster University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action educator and employer. We are committed to maintaining a culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber. We strongly encourage applications from those who identify as diverse in terms of gender, race, ethnicity and/or sexual orientation. --- To make changes to your subscription contact: Bill Southerly ([EMAIL PROTECTED])
