The Department of Psychology at the State University of New York at Oswego invites applications for a full-time, one-year Visiting Assistant Professor position.

Review Date:  Review of applications will begin April 23, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled

Salary:  Commensurate with rank and experience

Date of Appointment:  August, 2008

Description of Responsibilities:  Teaching and research in the area of adolescent/adult development and gerontology.  Ability to teach core courses in Psychology and Human Development.  Departmental service, such as student advisement or committee work.

Required Qualifications:   Outstanding A.B.D. candidates.  Primary criteria include evidence of teaching excellence, a quality research program (especially involving student participation) and credentials in developmental psychology.

Other Preferred Qualifications:  Ph.D. in Human Development preferred.

To Apply:  Submit a letter of application addressing qualifications, a copy of transcripts, curriculum vitae, and contact information for 3 references electronically to the link provided on our web site,

http://oswego.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=9053  

Official transcripts are required prior to hiring.

For questions or more information, please contact Laura Brown at lbrown1@oswego.edu.

Description of Department:  The department has BA programs in both Psychology and Human Development with over 500 students and 20 full-time faculty.  The department also supports joint graduate and undergraduate programs with the School of Business and the Human Computer Interaction programs.

Description of SUNY Oswego:  Founded in 1861, SUNY Oswego is a public comprehensive institution located in central New York on the beautiful shores of Lake Ontario, 45 minutes from Syracuse.  Named one of "America's Best Colleges" by U.S. News and a "Best Northeastern College" by Princeton Review, Oswego offers its 8300 undergraduate and graduate students outstanding educational experiences with attention to liberal arts foundations, practical applications, interdisciplinary approaches, independent scholarly and creative work, and skills for living in multicultural and global communities.  SUNY Oswego is in a time of wonderful transition with extensive facilities construction and renovation, a forward-looking sesquicentennial strategic plan, and expanded outreach to regional, national, and international communities. 

Additional information about SUNY Oswego can be found at www.oswego.edu.

SUNY Oswego is committed to enhancing its diversity.  SUNY Oswego is an Affirmative Action Employer and encourages applications from professionals of color, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.  In accordance with INS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to work in the United States, per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.