Wednesday, March 07, 2012

JOBS: Visiting Faculty Position at the University of Richmond

The Department of Psychology at the University of Richmond invites applications for a one-year visiting, non-tenure track position in the psychological sciences to begin August, 2012.  We seek a candidate with a strong commitment to high quality undergraduate education and expertise in social, child development, or adult development/aging.   The successful candidate will be expected to teach survey, research methods, and advanced seminar courses in her/his area of expertise, and will have the opportunity to mentor undergraduate research students. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Psychology or be ABD with an anticipated completion by July 31, 2012.

Applicants should apply online at http://www.urjobs.org <http://www.urjobs.org> using the Faculty (Instructional/Research) link.  Applicants should submit a cover letter, a statement of teaching interests/philosophy, a research statement, and a current curriculum vitae. Additionally, applicants should arrange to have three letters of recommendation (including at least one that addresses teaching effectiveness or potential) to: Jane Berry, Chair, Department of Psychology, University of Richmond, VA 23173.  Review of applications will begin on April 1, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled.

 The University of Richmond is committed to developing a diverse workforce and student body and to being an inclusive community. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who will contribute to these goals. For more information on the department, see http://psychology.richmond.edu/.