IMBES is happy to post position announcements for jobs within the field of MBE. Please forward your position announcements to dbdaniel@imbes.org.
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The Department of Cognitive Science in the Krieger School of Arts and Sciences and the School of Education at Johns Hopkins University seek a faculty candidate, at any level, with an exceptional record of conducting and directing research in the broad area of the Science of Learning. The appointment will be joint between these two units, with the expectation of responsibilities in both, but will have tenure-track and/or tenured status within the Cognitive Science Department. Research approaches and content areas that are of particular interest include plasticity, learning, and development in the areas of language, visual or speech perception or spatial representation. The ideal candidate should carry out research that makes substantive contact with theory, uses experimental, developmental, neuroscience and/or computational approaches, and has implications for application within the broad field of learning. Candidates should be strongly interdisciplinary, prepared to carry out effective teaching, student supervision, and collaboration in a formally-oriented, highly interdisciplinary Cognitive Science department, and eager to take advantage of collaborations with the School of Education and its connection to diverse student populations in area public and private schools. Candidates should be capable of making significant contributions to a new research initiative in the Science of Learning involving the Cognitive Science Department, the School of Education, and other units; further faculty growth in this area is anticipated. The Cognitive Science Department and the School of Education have a strong commitment to achieving diversity among faculty and staff. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from members of underrepresented groups and strongly encourage women and persons of color to apply for this position. Applications are due by January 15, 2012.
Johns Hopkins University actively encourages interest from minorities and women.
Please send cover letter, CV, research statement, and three letters of recommendation. Please send electronic submissions only. Submit to: HYPERLINK "mailto:search@cogsci.jhu.edu" search@cogsci.jhu.edu
The Johns Hopkins University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer, Minorities, women, Vietnam-era veterans, disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Peabody College of Vanderbilt University
Assistant Professor
Educational Neuroscience
Peabody College of Vanderbilt University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professorship in the area of Educational Neuroscience. This broad and growing interdisciplinary area brings together psychological investigations (within a broad framework including developmental, cognitive, affective, and social processes) and neuroscience research spanning multiple levels (genetics to systems) to better understand core educational areas such as reading, math, psycho/social development, and STEM learning. This position is part of an ongoing initiative in Educational Neuroscience that includes the development of a doctoral training program, and a broad range of faculty in Education, Psychology, Special Education, and Neuroscience with interests in this emerging area. Candidates should demonstrate potential for outstanding research programs that contribute significantly to both neuroscience and education, as well as a strong commitment to teaching. For more information about Educational Neuroscience at Vanderbilt University, go to http://peabody.vanderbilt.edu/educationalneuroscience.xml.
The search will begin immediately and will remain open until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration applications should be received by November 15, 2011. Please send a statement of research and teaching interests, vita, reprints, and three letters of reference to: Dr. Craig Kennedy, Educational Neuroscience Search Committee, Dean’s Office, Peabody Administration Building, 230 Appleton Place, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN 37203-5701 (or craig.kennedy@vanderbilt.edu). We especially encourage applications from underrepresented minorities. Vanderbilt University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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UCSF Developmental Cognitive & Educational Neuroscience Lab
UCSF (San Francisco, CA USA)'s Developmental Cognitive & Educational Neuroscience Lab, under the direction of Fumiko Hoeft, is seeking to hire a study coordinator and/or research assistant for a minimum commitment of two-years.
The lab focuses on (1) predicting academic / developmental outcome using brain imaging measures in combination with behavioral, environmental and genetic measures in health and disease, (2) using neuroimaging, behavioral and genetics to understand developmental processes, motivation and learning, and conditions such as exceptional abilities, learning disabilities (e.g. dyslexia) and neurodevelopment disorders (e.g. autism), and (3) development of novel behavioral interventions to promote learning. We have ongoing/new collaborations with investigators such as Jessica Black (Boston College), Carol Dweck (Stanford), Gary Glover (Stanford), Yale (Elena Grigorenko), Yale/Haskins (Ken Pugh), John Gabrieli (MIT), and Bruce McCandliss (Vanderbilt University).
The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and interpersonal skills. A background in EEG, MEG, MRI imaging, or neuropsychological testing in young children is a plus. Individuals with a bachelor's, master's and PhD/PsyD degrees are encouraged to apply. The position can begin as early as Jan 1, 2012.
Interested candidates should email Dr. Hoeft directly (fumiko@stanford.edu) with a cover letter and CV. Please add [UCSF job] and your full name in Subject of email. Qualified candidates will be asked to have 3 letters of reference forwarded to Dr. Hoeft.
CONTACT
Fumiko Hoeft MD PhD
Email: fumiko@stanford.edu
Tel: +1-650-245-7016
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The School of Education at UW-Madison
The School of Education at UW-Madison announces two positions. We are seeking an assistant professor (tenure-track) to join the Department of Educational Psychology’s Human Development program. Candidates are expected to demonstrate a program of research in human development related to education, broadly conceived. We invite applicants who study cognitive, perceptual, and neural processes relevant to learning and human development, especially as these inform the design of instruction/interventions. We are especially interested in candidates who can also contribute to department programs in Learning Sciences, School Psychology, and Quantitative Methods, and who can participate in a new school-wide initiative in Educational Neuroscience.
The second position is at the assistant (tenure track) or associate (with tenure) level in the area of educational neuroscience. The successful candidate will conduct research at the intersection of education and neuroscience. Specialty area is open, but we are interested in applicants whose work complements existing research initiatives on campus, including studies of literacy, math education, cognitive control, and school readiness. Research area may include special populations, and focus on teaching and learning outside of traditional K-12 classrooms. The specific departmental affiliation of this appointment is open and will be negotiated with the successful candidate.
The individuals hired for these positions are expected to teach graduate and undergraduate courses, conduct research, advise graduate students, serve on departmental and university committees, and perform university and professional service as appropriate. See http://edpsych.education.wisc.edu/search for information about online application. For questions please contact Dr. Charles Kalish, cwkalish@wisc.edu. Applications received prior to Nov. 15, 2011 will receive full consideration. Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding applicants must be released upon requests. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality. UW-Madison is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The university offers support for domestic partner benefits and spousal hiring. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
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University of Toronto Scarborough
The Department of Psychology at the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) invites applications for a tenure-stream appointment in the field of Cognitive Neuroscience. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor and will begin on July 1, 2012.
We encourage applications from candidates with a strong research record in cognitive neuroscience, especially with a strong research record in neuroimaging broadly defined.
The successful candidate will be expected to excel in teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels, to develop courses that contribute to our proposed Masters Program in contemporary neuroimaging, to build an externally-funded vibrant research program and laboratory centered at UTSC, and to undertake undergraduate and graduate research supervision and teaching. The successful candidate also will be expected to perform standard professional and administrative activities typical of a department and/or university.
The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in cognitive neuroscience (or in Psychology with the required neuroimaging experience), an established record of excellent scholarly research and publications, and demonstrated commitment to and innovation in teaching. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The closing date for applications is November 30, 2011.
We encourage you to submit your application online by visiting the University of Toronto Faculty Careers Page http://www.jobs.utoronto.ca/faculty.htm or by selecting the "Apply for this Job" button located at the top or bottom of the page, and combine PDF or MS Word documents into one or two files. Applicants should submit a complete and current curriculum vitae, a statement outlining current and future research interests, three recent publications, and a teaching portfolio. Applicants should also arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation to be sent directly to: Professor John Bassili, Chair; Department of Psychology, University of Toronto Scarborough; 1265 Military Trail, Toronto; Ontario, Canada, M1C 1A4.
Reference letters and large documents may also be submitted electronically to: psychology-applications@utsc.utoronto.ca
The University of Toronto has three campuses, Scarborough, Mississauga and St. George, each with its own Department of Psychology. Members of the three Psychology departments are also members of the tricampus graduate Department of Psychology.
The University of Toronto Scarborough offers the opportunity to teach, conduct research and live in one of the most attractive and diverse cities in the world.
For more information about the Department of Psychology, University of Toronto Scarborough visit our home page: http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~psych/
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
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Tufts University
The Psychology Department at Tufts University is seeking applicants at the assistant, associate, or full professor level for a position in Cognitive and Brain Sciences, broadly defined, to begin September 2012. Although area of specialization is open, we are especially interested in applicants who could contribute to our new interdisciplinary undergraduate and Ph.D. programs in this area. In this regard the successful candidate should have research interests that bridge to those of other members of the program and have an active research agenda capable of supporting extramural funding. In addition, applicants should be willing and able to teach introductory and advanced courses in their interest area; contribute to quantitatively oriented laboratory, statistics, and/or research methods courses; and contribute to our Ph.D. program. Review of applications will begin October 15, 2011 and will continue until the position is filled.
Applicants should submit curriculum vitae, research synopsis, statement of teaching philosophy, three letters of recommendation, and copies of representative scholarly work via https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/786. Tufts University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to increasing the faculty's diversity. Members of underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply
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Assistant or Associate Professor of Education
Mind, Brain and Education
The Department of Curriculum and Instruction in the College of Education and Health Professions at the University of Texas at Arlington invites applications for the tenure-track faculty position of Assistant or Associate Professor in Mind Brain and Education to begin in August, 2012.
Requirements include an earned Doctorate in Education or related field. We seek candidates who have a strong interest and ability to relate research to practice, a practical and theoretical understanding of current models and tools in the cognitive and/or neurosciences, and can contribute to the emerging field of Mind, Brain and Education (MBE). Successful candidates must have an established record of scholarly research, grant proposal writing, and successful college teaching.
Responsibilities include conducting and disseminating research in the field of MBE, obtaining grants to support research and scholarly activities, developing and teaching courses in the new Masters in MBE, advising graduate students, and providing service to the profession.
The search committee will begin reviewing applications on Nov 1, 2011, and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should send (1) their curriculum vitae, (2) a cover letter describing their research and teaching interests, (3) two examples of their work, and (4) a list of four individuals who can write letters of recommendation upon request. We prefer all materials be sent as PDF files to cgblizz@uta.edu Alternatively, requested materials may be sent to:
Professor Marc Schwartz
c/o Ms. Cecilia Garcia-Blizzard
701 Planetarium Place
The University of Texas
Arlington, TX 76019
UT Arlington, one of the largest of the 15 institutions in The University of Texas System, is a Research University/High Activity institution with more than 30,000 students including 6,000 graduate students in 34 doctoral programs and 75 master's programs. UT Arlington, located in the heart of the Dallas/Forth Worth Metroplex, is a world-class institution attracting students from around the globe. The College of Education and Health Professions is NCATE-accredited, and is known for program excellence in PK-12 Teaching and Learning, Science and Mathematics Education, Bilingual Education, Educational Leadership, and Kinesiology. UT Arlington is also home to the Southwest Center for Mind, Brain, and Education.
This is a security sensitive position, and a criminal background check will be conducted on finalists. The University of Texas at Arlington is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation in employment or in the provision of services. Effective August 1, 2011, the use of tobacco products by students, faculty, staff, and visitors are prohibited on all UT Arlington properties.
