Associate Professor of Cross-Cultural Psychology
Department of Psychology
Position/Salary:
Associate Professor, tenured or tenure-track, beginning September 2007, consisting of a full-time position with responsibilities that include (a) teaching and (b) associate director of the Center of Cross-Cultural Research (with expectation of director at a later date). The candidate’s primary scholarly domain within psychology is open (e.g., developmental, social, clinical-counseling). Salary is competitive and dependent upon qualifications.
Qualifications:
Required
Ph.D. in Psychology
Evidence of successful teaching
Demonstrated ability to involve students in their research and other educational experiences
Active research program in psychology and culture
Publication record commensurate with experience
Grant proposal writing skills
Leadership skills or experiences in working collaboratively with faculty and students in cross-cultural research and educational activities.
Preferred
Demonstrated ability to teach at both the undergraduate and master’s degree level and have a commitment to excellence in teaching
Experience working with diverse, multicultural faculty and student populations
Leadership position with faculty
Demonstrated success in obtaining grants and contracts
Budgeting experience
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to: (1) teach courses in cross-cultural psychology as well as continue scholarly research activities in psychology and culture and (2) assume the responsibilities of associate director of the Center for Cross-Cultural Research (http://www.ac.wwu.edu/~culture/ ). Teaching responsibilities likely will include undergraduate cross-cultural courses (Psychology and Culture; Seminar in Cross-Cultural Psychology), a graduate seminar in cross-cultural psychology, and courses in the faculty’s specialty field as they fit the needs of the department. Responsibilities of associate director of the Center for Cross-Cultural Research include working with an advisory committee to promote faculty research, funding opportunities, teaching and student involvement in cross-cultural, multicultural, or other diversity research topics and issues. Some budgetary responsibilities will also be involved. Additionally, the candidate will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with 16 associates of the center and other faculty in projects consistent with the Center’s mission.
Center for Cross-Cultural Research
The Center is housed within and is an integral part of the Department of Psychology. It was started in 1969 in response to the Euro-American bias in psychological theory, research and practical applications that were common at that time. Through the collective activities of its associates, the Center has made substantial contributions regarding the influence of culture in all aspects of psychological functioning.
Department
The department has 25 permanent full-time faculty, B.A. programs in psychology and three graduate programs in Experimental Psychology (M.S), Mental Health Counseling (M.S.), and School Counseling (M.Ed.). (http://www.wwu.edu/~psych)
University
Western Washington University is a public and regional institution with competitive admissions at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, approximately 12,500 students, and a strong emphasis on the liberal arts.
Location
The University is located in Bellingham, Washington, a city of approximately 70,000. Situated in a scenic area between Seattle and Vancouver, British Columbia, the University offers easy access to major research libraries.
How to Apply:
Review of complete application files will begin on December 1, 2006. Applications will continue to be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled.
Send:
A letter of application
A detailed and current curriculum vita
Evidence of instructional skills and teaching effectiveness
Copies of publications representing major research and scholarly interests
Graduate transcripts mailed by the institution(s)
A statement of teaching philosophy
A statement of research interests
A statement indicating experience with or interest in a leadership role in the Center for Cross-Cultural Research in the following areas: (a) supporting national, international, ethno cultural, and diversity research and activities; (b) fostering collaborative cross-cultural research and educational opportunities for faculty and students; (c) applying for grants for Center activities; and (d) promoting Center resources to meet the needs of students, faculty, the university and community at large.
Three letters of recommendation mailed by the respondent to:
Dr. George Cvetkovich Chair, Cross-Cultural Psychology Search Committee
Department of Psychology
Western Washington University
516 High Street
Bellingham, WA. 98225-9089
cvet@wwu.edu
For questions regarding the position and/or the department contact the Search Coordinator, Lynn Graham, at 360-650-3184.
WWU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, persons with disabilities, Vietnam-era veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. For disability accommodations, call the Employee Relations-Disability Specialist/ADA Coordinator at (360) 650-7410 or (360) 650-7696 (TTY). All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service before beginning work at WWU.
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