[vslist] Faculty position @McMaster University

[Allison Sekuler]

*McMaster is looking for a researcher who focuses on behaviour in animals.
Although the position is not specifically directed at sensory scientists,
researchers with a focus on perceptual processing in animals are welcome and
encouraged to apply. The search is open to both Canadian and International
candidates.*

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Allison B. Sekuler, Ph.D.
Professor and Canada Research Chair in Cognitive Neuroscience
Department of Psychology, McMaster University
1280 Main Street West, PC 305
Hamilton, Ontario, L8S 4K1, CANADA

tel: 1-905-525-9140 x27944     fax: 1-905-529-6225
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Faculty Position in Animal Behaviour at McMaster University

The Department of Psychology at McMaster University invites
applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professorship in the area of
animal behaviour to commence July 1, 2002. We seek an individual with
research interests in the function, causation or development of animal
behaviour. 
 
The Department of Psychology at McMaster University has a rich
tradition in experimental psychology and particular strengths in the
areas of animal learning and behaviour, evolutionary psychology,
behavioural ecology, neuroscience, development, perception and
cognition (www.science.mcmaster.ca/psychology).

Candidates should have a Ph.D. and will need to show evidence of a
vigorous research program, promise of leadership in his or her field,
and commitment to both undergraduate and graduate education.
Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, statement of research
interests and copies of representative papers to:
 
Dr. Sigal Balshine 
Animal Behaviour Search Committee Chair
Department of Psychology
McMaster University
1280 Main Street West
Hamilton, Ontario 
Canada L8S 4K1 
 
They should also arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent
to Dr.Balshine. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis
until the position is filled. To receive full consideration materials
must be received no later than March 15, 2002.
 
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian
citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. McMaster
University is strongly committed to employment equity within its
community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The
University encourages applications from all qualified candidates,
including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons,
members of sexual minorities, and persons with disabilities.