Department of Psychology Colloquium Series

• Magdalena Wojtcazk and Christophe Micheyl promoted to Research Assistant Professor

  Dear Colleagues,
  Please join us in congratulating Magdalena Wojtcazk and Christophe Micheyl. Magdalena and Christophe are Research Associates in the Department. Both were approved this week to use the working title of Research Assistant Professor. We are very proud of their records of accomplishment!

  Sincerely,
  Monica Luciana and Gordon Legge
  Chair's Office

  May 8th, 2008

• Professor John Campbell Wins Outstanding DGS Award

  It's a pleasure for me to tell you that John Campbell is a recipient of the 2008 University-wide award for Outstanding Directors of Graduate Studies. Most of us in Psychology already know of John's enormous contributions over the years to the quality and vitality of our graduate program. It's certainly fitting that the University has now recognized John for this crucial contribution.

  Please join me in congratulating John for this splendid recognition.

  --Gordon

  May 5th, 2008

• Professor Legge receives honorary Doctor of Science degree from SUNY

  Psychology department chair, Gordon Legge will receive an honorary Doctor of Science degree from the State University of New York (SUNY) on June 1, 2008. Conferral by the Board of Trustees will take place at the commencement ceremonies for the State College of Optometry. This is a high honor given to a select few. As the degree criteria states, “the eminence of the person must be widely recognized by the leaders of the field, which the person may represent.”

  Please join us in congratulating Gordon for this extraordinary honor.
  

  March 19th, 2008

• Holly Hatch-Surisook has won a 2007-08 John Tate Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Advising

  I'm delighted to tell you that Holly Hatch-Surisook has won a 2007-08 John Tate Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Advising. This is a highly competitive, university-wide award. Please join me in congratulating Holly on this splendid recognition for "...sustained and substantial contributions to undergraduate education at the University of Minnesota ..."

  As most of you know, Holly has played the key role in building our academic advising program. We have a program in which we can take great pride, thanks to Holly's creativity, hard work and commitment. Just think about how many Psychology students have benefited from Holly's advice, and from the input they have received from our excellent advising staff.

  We all take pride in this wonderful recognition of Holly's contributions to our department and university.

  --Gordon

  March 13th, 2008

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• Coordinator-Introductory Psychology

  Job Code and Title: (9747) Assistant Education Specialist
  Full time, annually renewable, Professional Academic position

  Introductory Psychology (PSY 1001) has long been the largest class on campus, attracting both potential Psych majors as well as many students from other programs. The class features faculty lectures, weekly discussion sections led by graduate assistants, and technology enhancements. The Coordinator of Introductory Psychology will work with the faculty team and supervisor to develop and implement a model for teaching Introductory Psychology (approximately 800 students enrolled each fall and spring semester). The Coordinator is responsible for the administrative and instructional coordination of all course components (i.e., lectures, discussion sections, exams/grading, on-line resources, Research Experience Program).

  Please see the UMN Employment web site for more information regarding the qualifications and duties for this position: employment.umn.edu/ (Requisition #155172).

  Interested and qualified applicants may apply through the on-line Employment system noted above. Applicants will have the opportunity to attach an electronic cover letter and resume or CV with the application form. Review of applications will begin 5/14/08 and the position is open until filled.

  Search Committee Contact:
  Judy Peterson, M.A.
  Coordinator of Instructional Services
  Department of Psychology
  erick005@umn.edu
  612-626-1732
  

  May 1st, 2008

• Postdoctoral Research Fellow Positions in Neurobehavioral Aspects of Psychopathology and Personality

  CLINICAL SCIENCE AND PSYCHOPATHOLOGY RESEARCH PROGRAM
  DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY
  UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA

  The University of Minnesota is pleased to announce the availability of up to two NIMH-funded postdoctoral research fellow positions in the Department of Psychology. These positions offer the opportunity for training in psychopathology research, behavioral genetics, and developmental methods and to be involved with an active group of researchers taking biological approaches to the study of psychopathology. Postdoctoral associates will work closely with one or more of the program’s faculty to develop a research and training program that takes advantage of the existence of numerous ongoing funded projects. Both a wide range of methodologies (e.g., psychophysiology, brain imaging, quantitative genetics, molecular genetics, longitudinal methods) and mental health problems (e.g., Schizophrenia, ADHD, externalizing psychopathology, substance use disorders, depression, anxiety disorders) are represented.

  These positions come with a solid benefit package and the standard NIH training stipend. Applicants should have or soon expect to complete their Ph.D. degree in psychology or a related discipline, but are not expected to necessarily have specific expertise in genetics, psychopathology, or developmental methods. Since these are NIH training positions, applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. Applications are being accepted now and will continue to be reviewed until the positions are filled. These positions are contingent upon NIH funding

  To apply, please send a copy of your CV, a brief statement of research interests and goals, selected reprints and preprints, and 3 letters of reference to:

  NIMH Postdoc Search Committee
  Clinical Science & Psychopathology Research
  Department of Psychology
  N218 Elliott Hall
  University of Minnesota
  75 East River Road
  Minneapolis, Minnesota 55455

  Questions about these positions can be directed to Robert Krueger at 612.624-8204 or krueg038@umn.edu .

  The University of Minnesota is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, or sexual orientation.
  http://www.psych.umn.edu/

  October 26th, 2007

• Temporary Teaching Positions in Psychology

  Temporary Teaching Positions in the Department of Psychology

  (9903) Instructional (Non-Faculty) Teaching Series

  The Department of Psychology in the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Minnesota occasionally needs Teaching Specialists or Lecturers to teach courses that cannot be staffed by regular faculty or graduate students. Openings of this kind sometime occur for teaching evening and summer session, as well as day courses and courses offered through Independent and Distance Learning. The courses are primarily introductory or survey courses, but may include graduate courses. Clinical or professional experience may, in some cases, be substituted for teaching experience. These positions are temporary and can either be full-time or part-time. This search will establish a "pool" of instructors. Applicants will be selected from this pool on an as-needed basis through the academic year. Appointments may be renewable based on need, funding, and performance. Teaching specialists and lecturers will be expected to teach undergraduate or graduate students in assigned course(s), hold office hours to assist and advise students, and participate in relevant departmental meetings.

  Minimum qualifications: M.A. degree in Psychology or closely related field, with at least two years of teaching experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. M.A. applicants will be appointed at the Teaching Specialist level.
  Preferred qualifications: Ph.D. in Psychology or related field and five years of college-level teaching experience. Preference will be given to applicants with knowledge and/or training in the University of Minnesota teaching methodology. Must be capable of delivering high-quality instruction to a diverse student body. Applicants selected to teach graduate level courses must also have instructional or clinical experience relevant to those specialty areas. Ph.D. applicants will be appointed at the Lecturer level.

  (9902) Term Faculty Series

  The Department of Psychology in the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Minnesota occasionally needs term (non-tenure track) faculty to fill in for regular faculty who may be on leave. Term faculty appointments include visiting, contract, adjunct or temporary appointments.
  Term faculty will be expected to teach introductory and/or upper division undergraduate courses and/or graduate level courses, hold office hours and advise students, engage in an active program of scholarly research, and perform service and outreach appropriate for the rank of appointment.

  Required qualifications: Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in Psychology or a closely related field and three years of teaching experience in a college or university.
  Preferred qualifications: Demonstrated excellence in teaching; distinguished program of research.

  Application Instructions (for 9903 or 9902 Series positions)

  To be considered for one of these positions, please submit an application through the University of Minnesota’s Employment website: www.umn.edu/ohr/employment . You may search for the postings by entering the position title. You will be given the opportunity to attach a cover letter and curriculum vitae with your application. Additional application materials may be requested at a later date. Applications will not be acknowledged but will be reviewed when such openings occur throughout the year. Applications must be updated or resubmitted for each academic year. Positions are open until filled.
  

  July 16th, 2007