Hampshire College, an independent, innovative liberal arts institution and member of the Five College consortium, is accepting applications for a 3-year position as Visiting Assistant Professor of Education and Cognition to begin in the fall of 2013.
This is an applied cognition position and the ideal candidate’s research and outreach connects cognitive psychology to K-16 curriculum and instruction. Scholars in all areas of human cognition and learning relevant to education in and out of school are encouraged to apply. The position is located in the School of Cognitive Science. We are particularly interested in candidates with the demonstrated ability to work synergistically across disciplinary boundaries, connecting with faculty and students in cognitive science as well as our interdisciplinary program in Childhood, Youth, and Learning.
The ideal candidate will have or will be expecting a PhD or EdD in cognitive psychology, educational psychology, or a related field and be dedicated to innovation in undergraduate education, including integrating community based learning into their teaching. Responsibilities include instruction of four courses per year, work with students on independent projects, and advising. Hampshire is committed to building a culturally diverse intellectual community and the ability to work cooperatively with faculty, students and staff of various backgrounds is vital. We actively seek applications from individuals from traditionally under-represented groups.
Review of candidates is ongoing, and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a statement of teaching and research interests, curriculum vita, sample of written work, and three letters of recommendation via our website at http://jobs.hampshire.edu/
Hampshire College is an equal opportunity institution, committed to diversity in education and employment.