GRINNELL COLLEGE - DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY (CLINICAL OR COUNSELING)
TENURE-TRACK POSITION (START FALL 2009).

GRINNELL COLLEGE. Tenure-track position in the Department of Psychology with expertise in clinical or counseling psychology, starting Fall 2009. Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Instructor (ABD) or Associate Professor possible. Grinnell College is a highly selective undergraduate liberal arts college with a vital laboratory-based psychology program that occupies new teaching and research facilities. The College's curriculum is founded on a strong advising system and close student-faculty interaction, with few college-wide requirements beyond the completion of a major. The teaching schedule of five courses over two semesters will include Introductory Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Psychological Measurement, and an advanced clinical or counseling course in the candidate's area of expertise. The successful candidate will also be expected to teach at least two of the following: Introductory Statistics, Research Methods, or a capstone Senior Seminar; every few years one course will be Tutorial (a writing/ critical thinking course for first-year students, oriented toward a special topic).

In letters of application, candidates should discuss their interest in developing as a teacher and scholar in an undergraduate, liberal-arts college that emphasizes close student-faculty interaction. They also should discuss what they can contribute to efforts to cultivate a wide diversity of people and perspectives, a core value of Grinnell College. To be assured of full consideration, all application materials should be received by October 31, 2008. Send letter of application, c.v., transcripts (copies are acceptable), statements of teaching philosophy and research interests, and three confidential letters of recommendation to Professor Laura Sinnett, Search Committee, Department of Psychology, 1116 8th Avenue, Grinnell College, Grinnell, IA 50112. [PsychologySearch@grinnell.edu], 641-269-3169; fax 641-269-4984.

Grinnell College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting and retaining highly qualified individuals who collectively reflect the diversity of the nation. No applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, creed, or disability. For further information about Grinnell College, see our Web site at http://www.grinnell.edu.