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The Department of Kinesiology http://www.hhdev.psu.edu/kines at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a full-time faculty member in the area of neural control of movement for a tenure-track position, beginning Fall 2013 at the assistant professor rank. Candidates must have an earned doctorate in an appropriate area within or related to Kinesiology and demonstrate an established record of scholarship, and a commitment to excellence in teaching and service. The successful candidate will be expected to secure extramural research funding and assume teaching responsibilities at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Post-doctoral experience and an established research program are preferred. Preference will be given to a candidate whose research builds on existing strengths in the department.
The Department of Kinesiology offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees and is part of the College of Health and Human Development. The department houses a world-renowned research environment that is supportive for faculty research, and provides an attractive training atmosphere for student and post-doctoral trainees. Our graduate program is currently ranked #1 by both the National Research Council and the National Academy of Kinesiology. The educational environment is enriched by the considerable breadth and diversity of faculty expertise and educational opportunities for students. Penn State provides substantial resources in areas pertinent to the study of human motor control, including research facilities and collaborations with multi-disciplinary Penn State organizations such as: the Penn State Neurosciences Institute; Penn State Center for Concussion Research and Service; Center for the Center for neural engineering; the Center for Healthy Aging; the Social, Life, and Engineering Sciences Imaging Center; the Clinical and Translational Science Institute; Hershey Medical Center; and the Huck Institutes for the Life Sciences.
The Pennsylvania State University is the land grant institution of Pennsylvania. University Park is the largest of Penn State’s 24 campuses, with an undergraduate enrollment of approximately 42,000 students and offering more than 150 programs of graduate study. University Park is located in Central Pennsylvania, adjacent to the municipality of State College, which enjoys high rankings for cultural opportunities, local schools, and quality of life.
Penn State values diversity in all forms and we encourage individuals of diverse backgrounds to apply. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
Applications should include: (1) a letter describing scholarly interests and qualifications, (2) a complete curriculum vita, (3) reprints of three recent publications, and (4) the names, addresses, email and telephone numbers of three professional references who may be contacted.
Direct all correspondence to: Ms. Tiffany Mayhew; Penn State University; Department of Kinesiology; 275 Recreation Building; University Park, PA 16802. Phone: (814) 863-1163; e-mail: tlm35@psu.edu
Please indicate "Neural Control of Movement search" in the subject line of email correspondence.
Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.
The Department of Kinesiology offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees and is part of the College of Health and Human Development. The department houses a world-renowned research environment that is supportive for faculty research, and provides an attractive training atmosphere for student and post-doctoral trainees. Our graduate program is currently ranked #1 by both the National Research Council and the National Academy of Kinesiology. The educational environment is enriched by the considerable breadth and diversity of faculty expertise and educational opportunities for students. Penn State provides substantial resources in areas pertinent to the study of human motor control, including research facilities and collaborations with multi-disciplinary Penn State organizations such as: the Penn State Neurosciences Institute; Penn State Center for Concussion Research and Service; Center for the Center for neural engineering; the Center for Healthy Aging; the Social, Life, and Engineering Sciences Imaging Center; the Clinical and Translational Science Institute; Hershey Medical Center; and the Huck Institutes for the Life Sciences.
The Pennsylvania State University is the land grant institution of Pennsylvania. University Park is the largest of Penn State’s 24 campuses, with an undergraduate enrollment of approximately 42,000 students and offering more than 150 programs of graduate study. University Park is located in Central Pennsylvania, adjacent to the municipality of State College, which enjoys high rankings for cultural opportunities, local schools, and quality of life.
Penn State values diversity in all forms and we encourage individuals of diverse backgrounds to apply. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
Applications should include: (1) a letter describing scholarly interests and qualifications, (2) a complete curriculum vita, (3) reprints of three recent publications, and (4) the names, addresses, email and telephone numbers of three professional references who may be contacted.
Direct all correspondence to: Ms. Tiffany Mayhew; Penn State University; Department of Kinesiology; 275 Recreation Building; University Park, PA 16802. Phone: (814) 863-1163; e-mail: tlm35@psu.edu
Please indicate "Neural Control of Movement search" in the subject line of email correspondence.
Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.