JOBS- University of Wisconsin-Platteville

The Department of Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville (UW-P) invites applications for a tenure-track position in Developmental Psychology, with a preferred emphasis in adolescence and research methods, beginning August 2008. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses in introductory and advanced research methods, lifespan development, General Psychology, and perhaps, human sexuality; initiating a program of scholarly activity (preferably involving undergraduate students); supervising student research; engaging in academic advising; and participating in service activities. The applicant may be required to teach online and/or distance education courses via compressed video. A Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology is required, with a preferred emphasis in adolescence and research methods; ABD candidates in Developmental Psychology (with a preferred emphasis in adolescence and research methods) may be considered, but the doctoral degree must be completed prior to consideration for tenure. One year of part-time undergraduate teaching experience is required. Commitment to or experience with diverse populations required. UW-P is located in the rolling hills of rural Wisconsin, an ideal setting for cycling, hiking, and other outdoor activities. Please send a letter of application, vita, and three letters of reference to: Sue Vavricka, Department of Psychology, University of Wisconsin-Platteville, 1 University Plaza, Platteville, WI 53818-3099, vavricka@uwplatt.edu, FAX # 608-342-1429. Application deadline is December 15, 2007. The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, seeks to build a diverse faculty and staff and encourages applications from women and persons of color. The names of nominees and applicants who have not requested in writing that their identities be kept confidential, and of all finalists, will be released upon request.

************************************************ Chetna Narayan, Ph.D. Professor, Dept. of Psychology 234 Warner Hall UW-Platteville, Platteville, WI 53818 E-mail: Narayan@uwplatt.edu Ph# 608-342-1699, Fax# 608-342-1429 ************************************************