Psychology

The Psychology Department invites applications for a two-year visiting position beginning July 1, 2011  (Ph.D. or ABD required). Candidates with expertise in behavioral neuroscience are particularly encouraged to apply, but those with specialties in all areas will be considered. The teaching load will be the equivalent of five courses per year, including some combination of the following responsibilities: introductory psychology, courses in the candidate's specialty area, and supervision of student research projects. The Psychology Department is housed in a new state-of-the-art unified science center. Please visit our web sites at http://academics.hamilton.edu/psychology/home/default.html and http://academics.hamilton.edu/neuroscience/home/default.html for additional information about the department and program. The Department, consisting of nine faculty members, has a strong tradition of excellence in teaching and research. Candidates should send vita, statements of teaching and research, and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Jonathan Vaughan, Chair, Psychology Department, Hamilton College, 198 College Hill Road, Clinton, NY 13323.  Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2011 and continue until the position is filled.

Hamilton College (www.hamilton.edu) is a residential liberal arts college located in the Mohawk Valley of upstate New York; for applicants with dual-career considerations, Hamilton participates in the regional Higher Education Recruitment Consortium, which posts additional area employment opportunities at www.upstatenyherc.org. Dual career couples should be aware that Hamilton is located within easy commuting distance from Colgate University in Hamilton, NY and that Colgate is also planning to make faculty appointments in a number of departments. A list of openings can be found at http://offices.colgate.edu/hr/faculty.htm. Hamilton College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in all areas of the campus community. Hamilton provides domestic partner benefits. Candidates from underrepresented groups in higher education are especially encouraged to apply.