The Department of Psychology at SUNY Geneseo invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position for a biological psychologist beginning Fall 2010. Applicants must show evidence of preparation to teach courses in the biological bases of behavior or cognition, statistics, and behavioral research methods. Opportunities exist to develop courses in applicants' area of specialization. Superior teaching skills and ability to involve undergraduates in research are required. Preference will be given to candidates whose research interests complement our current departmental strengths and who can incorporate a service learning component into courses. Ph.D. in psychology or neuroscience is required at time of appointment.

SUNY Geneseo is a highly selective public liberal arts college with a rich tradition of academic excellence. It is consistently ranked among the best public undergraduate institutions in the country. The campus is located in the historic, pastoral village of Geneseo in the beautiful Finger Lakes region of Western New York, conveniently located close to the city of Rochester. SUNY Geneseo is a member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges, a national alliance of leading liberal arts colleges in the public sector. The Psychology Department has 16 faculty and about 500 majors and a strong culture of student-faculty collaborative research. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

To apply, submit an online faculty application at https://jobs.geneseo.edu and attach a cover letter, vita and evidence of teaching effectiveness. The cover letter should address teaching interests and preparation as well as research interests and plans. Evidence of teaching effectiveness may include sample syllabi and/or student ratings of teaching effectiveness. Applicants should arrange for three recent confidential letters of recommendation and graduate transcripts to be sent directly to: Psychology Department Search Committee, Department of Psychology, SUNY Geneseo, 1 College Circle, Geneseo, NY 14454. All applicants are subject to drug and criminal background checks.

To ensure full consideration, complete applications should be received by December 1, 2009. Review will continue until the position is filled. SUNY Geneseo is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students.