[CogSci] Cognitive Science VAP position at Avila University (KCMO)

[Wagge, Jordan]

Hello all,

Avila University has a new Cognitive Science major starting in Fall 2020, and is searching for a VAP. Here is the job posting:



Position Available: Visiting Assistant Professor of Cognitive Science for a new Cognitive Science major.

Appointment Date: The appointment begins August 14, 2020.  This position is a 9-month appointment with possibilities for transition to a tenure-track position.

Responsibilities:
*         Teach 24 credit hours per academic year in the major (Introduction to Cognitive Science, Readings in Cognitive Science, and other courses in the candidate's area of expertise.)
*         Advise Cognitive Science majors.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will possess a commitment to teach and work in a university environment, and a desire to engage both undergraduate students and the community.

Required Qualifications:
*         Ph.D. in Cognitive Science. A broad area of expertise is open (e.g. philosophy, computer science, psychology, linguistics, decision sciences, machine learning).
*         Experience teaching at the university level with record of excellence in teaching.
*         Scholarship in the candidate's area of interest, with an interest in mentoring students. Research facilities including lab space, software, and equipment are available.

Responsibilities:
*         Teach 24 credit hours per academic year in the major (Introduction to Cognitive Science, Readings in Cognitive Science, and other courses in the candidate's area of expertise.)
*         Advise Cognitive Science majors.

Application Information: Application review begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants for the position should submit a cover letter, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three recommenders. Candidates are also encouraged to submit supplementary material such as recent publications and research statements.

Avila University is not currently sponsoring or transferring H1B visas. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on an unrestricted basis.

Please send materials to:

academicemployment at avila.edu<mailto:academicemployment at avila.edu>  and address your materials to:

Charlene Gould, Ph.D.

Dean, College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

Avila University 11901 Wornall Road

Kansas City, Missouri 64145-1698

Benefits: This is a full-time position, eligible for the usual and customary benefits. Avila University's comprehensive benefit package includes a generous holiday schedule, tuition remission for employee and dependents, sick leave, retirement benefits and medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance.

The Community: Kansas City, a two-state metropolitan area with a population of nearly two million, offers a wide variety of cultural, educational, and social life opportunities.

Avila University, a Catholic university founded and inspired by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, provides undergraduate and graduate education in the liberal arts and professional studies, preparing lifelong learners who make meaningful contributions to the global community.

Avila University is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of, sex, race, religion, age, color, sexual orientation, disability, national or ethnic origin, marital status, veterans status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Sincerely,
Dr. Jordan R. Wagge (she/her/hers)
Associate Professor
School of Psychology
Avila University
11901 Wornall Road
Kansas City, MO  64145
jordan.wagge at avila.edu<mailto:jordan.wagge at avila.edu>
816-501-2964

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