We have just recieved permission to fill a tenure-track job in social psychology. Details on the position can be found in the vacancy notice below. Please feel free to forward to anyone who might be interested! Thanks, :) Brad VACANCY NOTICE ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY The University of Wisconsin-River Falls is a member of the University of Wisconsin System and is located in scenic west central Wisconsin, 30 miles east of the Twin Cities metropolitan area with easily accessible year around arts, cultural and recreational events. UW-RF's 5600 graduate and undergraduate students pursue degrees in the College of Agriculture, Food, and Environmental Sciences; College of Arts and Sciences; and College of Education and Graduate Studies, as well as the School of Business and Economics. The University provides an excellent environment for learning, emphasizing the importance of faculty-student interaction in classrooms, laboratories, academic advising and co-curricular activities. A favorable student-faculty ratio affords opportunity for meaningful interchange between faculty and students. Strong interests in teaching, research and community service are highly valued. Located within the College of Arts and Sciences, the Psychology Department at UW-River Falls consists of seven full-time faculty and approximately 200 undergraduate majors. The facilities include a computer laboratory, experimental laboratories, a social behavior laboratory, and classrooms with technological support. Several department faculty have recently been recognized for their excellence in teaching. Two student organizations, Psi Chi and the Psychology Society, are active within the department. Students consistently participate in regional undergraduate research conferences. More information can be obtained by visiting the department web site: http://www.uwrf.edu/psych/welcome.html The Position: The Psychology Department is seeking applicants for a tenure-track, Assistant Professor in Social Psychology position with expertise in one or more of the following areas: social cognition, social influence, prejudice/discrimination, attitude formation, or cross-cultural psychology. The primary duties of this position include teaching Social Psychology, Individual and Group Processes, an upper division course in the area of expertise as well as courses in both Research Methods and General Psychology. Teaching duties include meeting four courses each semester. Additional duties include advising students, participation in departmental activities, and serving on department, college, and university committees. The candidate will be expected to engage in scholarly activities such as writing and publishing in professional journals and attendance and presentation at professional meetings. Salary: Compensation is based on experience and qualifications. Qualifications: A Ph.D. in Psychology with primary training in one or more of the areas specified above at the time of application, demonstrated excellence in teaching, and demonstrated ability to conduct social psychological research. To Apply: Submit a curriculum vita, a letter of interest that includes a statement of undergraduate teaching philosophy, professional/teaching areas, qualifications and experience, and a statement regarding ability to contribute to the enhancement of student awareness and appreciation of diverse cultures. Include unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts (official copies will be required if hired) and names, addresses and telephone numbers of at least three references who can specifically comment on your teaching ability, experience, and professional preparation. No electronic applications will be accepted. Inquiries and applications should be addressed to: Dr. Michael J. Reich Department of Psychology University of Wisconsin-River Falls 410 South 3rd Street River Falls, WI 54022 http://www.uwrf.edu/ The names of all nominees and applicants who have not requested confidentiality in writing and identities of all finalists must be released upon request. Deadline to Apply: All application materials must be post marked no later than March 31, 1999. The University is committed to creating an educational community that enhances student awareness and appreciation of diverse ethnicities and culture and that actively supports tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each person without regard to economic status, ethnic background, political views, sexual orientation, or other personal characteristics or beliefs. Awareness of and sensitivity to diverse ethnic and cultural heritages are especially sought in applicants. UW-River Falls is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer subject to all state and federal regulations pertaining to non-discrimination based upon sex, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, marital status, age, arrest and/or conviction record, veteran status, and membership in the national guard, state defense force, or any other reserve component of the military forces of the United States or the State of Wisconsin. All persons, especially women, persons of color, and the disabled are encouraged to apply. Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of your identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act. AAEEO ************************************** Brad Caskey, Ph. D. Professor of Psychology Psychology Department 410 South 3rd University of Wisconsin - River Falls River Falls, WI 54022 (715)-425-3306 e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ************************************** Great Spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds -Albert Einstein
