The University
of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking to fill an open-rank position as part of a
cluster of faculty positions in the interdisciplinary area of Cognitive
Science. The aim of the cluster is to develop innovative and excellent research
programs that will foster productive interactions among faculty and students
across departments. This position
is part of a major initiative to build on the strong record of achievement of
UW researchers in areas of Cognitive Science.
Researchers in
all areas of Cognitive Science are invited to apply. This is an
interdisciplinary search open to candidates with backgrounds in any of the
allied disciplines constituting Cognitive Science including, but not limited
to: Communicative Disorders, Computer Science, Education, Linguistics,
Neuroscience, Philosophy, and Psychology. In addition to excellent resources
within academic departments, faculty have the opportunity to capitalize on a
productive network that links researchers across campus. Research units
supporting Cognitive Science include: the Waisman Center for Human Development
and Developmental Disabilities, the Wisconsin Center for Education Research,
the Harlow Primate Laboratory, the W. M. Keck Laboratory for Brain Imaging and
Behavior, and the Center for Neuroscience.
Successful
candidates will have a strong record of achievement in research consistent with
seniority. In addition to research, position responsibilities entail: teaching
and training undergraduate and graduate students in cognitive science; and
department, university, community, and professional service as appropriate.
Faculty hired under this initiative will have appointments in one or more
existing campus departments. Appointments to begin August, 2009.
Applications
should include a CV and a statement describing research and teaching interests,
accomplishments, and direction, as related to the description above. Names and
contact information for three references should be included for tenured
candidates. Junior candidates should send three letters of recommendation.
Review of applications will begin November 1, 2008. Applications should be
addressed to:
Cognitive
Science Cluster Initiative
University of
Wisconsin-Madison
ATTN: Kelly
Keiner
1025 W. Johnson
Street
Madison, WI
53706-1796
The University
of Wisconsin-Madison is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women
and minorities are encouraged to apply. Unless confidentiality is requested in
writing, information regarding applicants and nominees must be released upon
request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality.