Faculty of Social Sciences, Department of Psychology
University of Victoria
Senior Level Endowed Chair in
Adult Development and Aging
The University of Victoria invites applications for a senior-level endowed research chair in human adult development and aging. The appointment will be in the Department of Psychology with affiliation to the University’s multidisciplinary Centre on Aging. Starting date is negotiable but may commence as early as July, 2008.
Applicants should have established an international reputation for a program of research addressing cutting edge issues in the field. Quality of the work is more important than a specific topic of investigation. Interest and expertise in longitudinal methods and experience in collaborative research are desirable. Evidence of teaching excellence is a selection criterion.
The successful candidate will be expected to bring and maintain a superior program of research (as evidenced by publications and external grant support), and to play a leadership role in facilitating world-class research within the Department and Centre. Although a reduced teaching load accompanies the chair, the appointee also will be expected to contribute to the University’s teaching mission at the senior undergraduate and graduate levels.
The University of Victoria is a rich setting for the study of Adult Development and Aging. This exceptional position offers the opportunity for an outstanding individual to join a Psychology department (www.uvic.ca/psyc) that has a history of strength in life-span developmental research. The Department also has strong research clusters in cognition and brain sciences, social psychology, and clinical psychology. In addition, the Centre on Aging (www.coag.uvic.ca) is one of the premier multidisciplinary research centres in Canada with participation from multiple departments (e.g., anthropology, geography, nursing, physical education, psychology, sociology). The context affords the individual unique opportunities to further their research through collaborations both within (e.g., Island Medical Program) and outside (e.g., seniors’ organizations, hospitals, service agencies) of the university.
The University of Victoria is located in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Victoria has an ideal demographic for aging research with a substantially higher proportion of older persons than the national average. Greater Victoria has a population of approximately 350,000 and is the capital of the province. It is a “destination” city boasting a mild Pacific Northwest climate, beautiful mountain and ocean views, year-round outdoor activities, and a wide range of cultural opportunities.
To apply, send (1) a letter of application, including a statement of research interests, accomplishments, and plans, specifically documenting how these fit with the strengths of the Department of Psychology and the Centre on Aging. In addition, the letter should note your teaching interests, experience, and objectives. (2) a curriculum vitae (including citizenship status), (3) copies of selected and relevant scholarly publications, and available evidence of teaching effectiveness. Letters of reference will be requested at a subsequent date. Send materials to:
Peter Keller, PhD
Dean of Social Sciences
University of Victoria
PO Box 3050 STN CSC
Victoria BC V8W 3P5 Canada
Telephone: 250-721-5058
E-mail: soscoff@uvic.ca
Web: www.uvic.ca/psyc and www.uvic.ca/coag
The committee will begin consideration of applications January 31, 2008. The committee reserves the right to consider application received after this date.
The University of Victoria is an equity employer and encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
