[ACT-R-users] (please circulate widely) New position at Michigan: Lecturer and Assistant Director of the Cognitive Science Major (fwd)

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Job Summary

The Weinberg Institute for Cognitive Science in the College of Literature,
Science, and the Arts at the University of Michigan seeks applicants for a new
full-time (100%) academic year position:  Lecturer and Assistant Director of
the Cognitive Science Major.  The position will start as early as January 1,
2019, but not later than September 1, 2019, pending final authorization.  This
is a non-tenure track position classified as Lecturer-III within U-M, with a
university-year nine-month appointment from September 1 through May 31 each
year, with salary paid over a 12-month period, and benefits-eligible. The
initial appointment will be for three academic years, contingent upon
satisfactory performance, need and available funding.  The Institute expects
that, for the suitable candidate, this will be a long-term position extending
beyond the initial appointment.



How to Apply

Candidates should submit a single attachment (in PDF format) to the University
of Michigan posting    #163328 with the following required materials:

1. Letter of Application (no more than two pages)

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Teaching Statement (no more than three pages; includes teaching philosophy
and experience)

4. Evidence of Teaching Excellence

5. Two sample syllabi (from courses previously taught)

6. Names and contact information of three recommenders who can comment on the
applicant's qualifications for this position. Letters are not required in the
initial application submission stage.



Responsibilities

The new Lecturer and Assistant Director of the Cognitive Science Major
appointed in the Weinberg Institute for Cognitive Science will help support the
instructional and administrative demands of the Cognitive Science major by (a)
teaching the gateway course Introduction to Cognitive Science (COGSCI200) at
least once per year; (b) providing additional upper division course offerings
in at least one of the four tracks of the undergraduate major (Computation and
Cognition, Decision and Cognition, Language and Cognition, or Philosophy and
Cognition);  and (c) providing administrative oversight of advising and student
enrichment activities.

Instructional duties

The position requires teaching three courses per year. At least one course will
be Introduction to Cognitive Science, the interdisciplinary gateway course for
the Cognitive Science major (COGSCI200), either alone or as co-teacher with one
other existing faculty.  The other two courses will be upper-level
undergraduate offerings that help to meet curricular needs in one or more of
the four tracks of the major.



Administrative duties

The position involves approximately 13–16 hours per week of administrative
activities.  More specifically, these activities will encompass at least the
following four areas of responsibility: (i) oversight of peer academic
advising; (ii) oversight of the creation and execution of student-enrichment
activities focused on academic, intellectual, and career development; (iii)
some academic and career advising; and (iv) oversight of the communication and
administration of Institute-funded opportunities for cognitive science majors.
All of these responsibilities will be carried out with guidance from and in
coordination with the Institute Director, the Institute Chief Administrator,
the Institute Undergraduate Committee, and the communications and events staff.

Required Qualifications

We expect that a successful applicant will hold a PhD in Cognitive Science or
one of the related core disciplines (e.g. Computer Science, Linguistics,
Psychology, Philosophy). The applicant must have interdisciplinary teaching
interests and experience, evidenced by interests and experience that span at
least two of the core disciplines. The applicant must also be capable of
contributing to the upper division offerings in one or more of the four tracks
of the Cognitive Science major.

Demonstrated excellence in teaching and engagement with diverse student
populations will be an important criterion in our selection process.  We expect
that the applicant will be a visible and engaged faculty member in the
Institute.

Desired Qualifications

We are especially interested in applicants who can teach large lecture courses
in Cognitive Science as well as upper division courses or seminars that will
contribute to at least one of the four tracks of the Cognitive Science major.

Additional Information

The University of Michigan Weinberg Institute for Cognitive Science is
dedicated to upholding an environment of inclusivity that is welcoming to and
supportive of individuals from all social identity groups. The Weinberg
Institute believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are integral to
maintaining our goal of providing a supportive environment for all students,
faculty, and staff.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the
University of Michigan and the Lecturers Employee Organization, AFL-CIO, which
contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and
other terms and conditions of employment.



Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates
upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator
to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance
with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Contact Information

Questions regarding problems with application upload can be directed to

Weinberg.Institute.HR at umich.edu.

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan
and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and
applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and
citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.  The University
of Michigan is committed to fostering learning, creativity and productivity,
and to supporting the vigorous exchange of ideas and information, not only in
the classroom but in the workplace by:
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Creating a work environment in which people treat each other with respect and
dignity, regardless of roles, responsibilities or differences.
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Providing support, direction and resources enabling us to accomplish the
responsibilities of our jobs and to reach the goals that are set for
professional and personal growth.

Application Deadline

The application deadline for full consideration is November 30, 2018.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.




____________________________________________________

Richard L. Lewis

John R. Anderson Collegiate Professor of Psychology, Linguistics and Cognitive
Science

Director, Weinberg Institute for Cognitive Science



http://www-personal.umich.edu/~rickl/

Office: East Hall 3018

Voice: (734) 763-1466



Department of Psychology

University of Michigan

530 Church Street

Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1043

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