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To post to LINGUIST, use our convenient web form at http://linguistlist.org/posttolinguist.cfm Directory         1.     Cecilia Garcia-Blizzard , English & Cognitive Science: Assoc Professor, University of Texas at Arlington, TX, USA Message 1: English & Cognitive Science: Assoc Professor, University of Texas at Arlington, TX, USA Date: 22-Dec-2010 From: Cecilia Garcia-Blizzard <mbeuta.edu> Subject: English & Cognitive Science: Assoc Professor, University of Texas at Arlington, TX, USA E-mail this message to a friend University or Organization: University of Texas at Arlington Department: Department of Curriculum & Instruction Job Location: Texas, USA Web Address: http://www.uta.edu/coehp/mind-brain Job Rank: Associate Professor Specialty Areas: Cognitive Science Required Language(s): English (eng) Description: The Department of Curriculum and Instruction in the College of Education and Health Professions at the University of Texas at Arlington invites applications for the tenure-track faculty position of Associate Professor in Mind Brain and Education to begin in August, 2011. Requirements include an earned Doctorate in Education or related field. We seek candidates who have a strong interest and ability to relate research to practice, a practical and theoretical understanding of current models and tools in the cognitive and/or neurosciences, and can contribute to the emerging field of Mind, Brain and Education (MBE). Successful candidates must have an established record of scholarly research, grant proposal writing, and successful college teaching. Responsibilities include conducting and disseminating research in the field of MBE, obtaining grants to support research and scholarly activities, developing and teaching courses in the new Masters in MBE, advising graduate students, and providing service to the profession. The search committee will begin reviewing applications on Nov 30, 2010, and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should send (1) their curriculum vitae, (2) a cover letter describing their research and teaching interests, (3) two examples of their work, and (4) a list of four individuals who can write letters of recommendation upon request. We prefer all materials be sent as PDF files to the email address listed below. Alternatively, requested materials may be sent to the address listed below. UT Arlington, one of the largest of the 15 institutions in The University of Texas System, is a Research University/High Activity institution with more than 30,000 students including 6,000 graduate students in 34 doctoral programs and 75 master's programs. UT Arlington, located in the heart of the Dallas/Forth Worth Metroplex, is a world-class institution attracting students from around the globe. The College of Education and Health Professions is NCATE-accredited, and is known for program excellence in PK-12 Teaching and Learning, Science and Mathematics Education, Bilingual Education, Educational Leadership, and Kinesiology. UT Arlington is also home to the Southwest Center for Mind, Brain, and Education. This is a security sensitive position, and a criminal background check will be conducted on finalists. The University of Texas at Arlington is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation in employment or in the provision of services. Effective August 1, 2011, the use of tobacco products by students, faculty, staff, and visitors are prohibited on all UT Arlington properties. Application Deadline: 01-Mar-2011 Mailing Address for Applications: Cecilia Garcia-Blizzard Box 19545 701 Planetarium Place, Hammond Hall #417 Arlington, TX 76019-0545 USA Email Address for Applications: mbeuta.edu Web Address for Applications: http://www.uta.edu/hr/eos/faculty-search/opportunities.php Contact Information: Administrative Assistant Cecilia Garcia-Blizzard Email: mbeuta.edu Phone: 817-272-0526 Fax: 817-272-9424 Read more issues|LINGUIST home page|Top of issue Page Updated: 04-Jan-2011       About LINGUIST    |   Contact Us       While the LINGUIST List makes every effort to ensure the linguistic relevance of sites listed on its pages, it cannot vouch for their contents.