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[Lael Schooler]

Hi, I've attached an add for positions in the new  School of Information
Science and Technology here at Penn state, and a note from Rich Carlson
that provides some context. Please pass these onto anyone who might be
interested. We would also appreciate suggestions for where else to publish
or post the IST ad.   Rich is on the search committee, and is happy to
answer questions, but feel free to contact me as well.

thanks,

Lael



Hello, everyone -- What appears below is the ad for faculty positions in
the new PSU School of Information Science and Technology. I'm on the
faculty recruiting committee for this school, and I think there is an
opportunity here to get some faculty of interest to us and to establish
links between Psychology and the IST school. The kind of people who might
fit and be of interest to us might include cognitive science people, people
with interests in organizations and work in information-technology
environments,  people concerned with the impact of information science and
technology on individuals or society, and others. The plan is to hire 5
faculty, at a mix of ranks, for next fall. Please send this ad along to
colleagues who might be interested (or have students who might be
interested), or pass along to me your suggestions for distributing the ad
(to people, departments, professional organizations, etc.). If you have
questions, I'll be happy to try to answer them. Thanks for your help,
Rich

 Rich Carlson, Professor of Psychology   cvy at psu.edu
 Penn State Psychology Department
 (814) 863-1736                    613 Moore Building
 Fax (814) 863-7002             University Park, PA 16802-3106


The School of Information Science and Technology (IST) at The Pennsylvania
State University invites applications for full-time tenure-track positions,
with rank to be determined on the basis of qualifications and experience.
Senior rank will be considered for applicants with recognized national and
international stature. Faculty members will have an opportunity to participate
actively and contribute significantly in the formative stages of this exciting
new School and its program.  Anticipated starting date is August 1999.

The School is a new academic unit that has the status of a college within
the University.  The School will offer a baccalaureate program for the first
time in Fall 1999 and will introduce a graduate program in Fall 2000.
IST is an interdisciplinary program intended to offer students an integrated
curriculum covering a wide range of knowledge and skills in information
science and technology. Students will learn the general principles that
govern the creation, organization, application, and structure of information,
as well as the implications of information science and technology in law,
ethics,
and social policy.  Subjects will include, but not be limited to, such diverse
topics as computer applications in non-technical and technical areas,
basic hardware and software concepts, data management and retrieval,
telecommunications and information policy, and multi-media
applications. A non inclusive list of application domains include engineering,
the social sciences, environmental sciences, geography, health, and business.
Close interaction and collaboration with traditional and
existing programs will be encouraged, and strong partnerships with industry
and government are already developed and expected to increase significantly.

Candidates should hold a doctorate degree.  The discipline of a candidate's
education is not as important as having strong interest and experience in
computer applications within that discipline.  Qualifications include a
strong interest in and commitment to teaching at both the undergraduate and
graduate level.  Candidates should also have research interests in areas
consistent with the information orientation of the School and have the
potential to obtain and direct funded research projects.

Screening of candidates will begin on January 2, 1999.  Applications will
be accepted until the positions are filled.  A full curriculum vitae, a one
page statement of professional interests, and the names, addresses, and
phone/e-mail addresses of three references should be submitted to:

        Chair, Faculty Search Committee
        School of Information Science and Technology
        303 Old Main
        Penn State University
        University Park, PA 16802

Penn State is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.  Women and
minorities are encouraged to apply.