[Face-research-list] Lecturer in the Biological Basis of Behaviour at Australian National University

Lecturer in the Biological Basis of Behaviour (A334-12MY) http://jobs.anu.edu.au/PositionDetail.aspx?p=2823 Department of Psychology, School of Health and Psychological Sciences, ANU College of Medicine, Biology and Environment Lecturer (Level B - 3 year contract) in the biological basis of behaviour - An opportunity to join an outstanding school. Location: Canberra/ACT Term of Contract: Fixed Term of 3 Years Grade: Level B Salary Package: $83,773 - $95,407 pa plus 17% superannuation <http://info.anu.edu.au/hr/Salaries_and_Conditions/Salaries/ index.asp> View Academic Salary Information... Closing Date: 29 July 2012 Position Overview The Research School of Psychology seeks a talented and enthusiastic researcher and teacher for a contract appointment of three years in the area of the biological basis of behaviour. The principal need is to ensure that students undertaking degrees in psychology are provided with a contemporary coverage of evidence based learning in the biological basis of behaviour. The Department currently offers two courses in the area, one at the second year level (PSYC2007) and the other at third year (PSYC3016) - the successful candidate will be required to take full responsibility for PSYC2007 and to coordinate PSYC3016, with the major teaching commitment coming from other areas in the University. The conduct of a strong and internationally recognised research program is an essential feature of the position. Supervision of the research of honours and panel membership of supervision panels for PhD students in the Research School of Psychology forms an important part of this requirement. Excellent opportunities are available for collaborative work with other parts of the ANU, including the Research School of Biology, the John Curtin School of Medical Research, and the Centre for Mental Health Research. Enquiries: Professor Don Byrne Telephone: +61 2 6125 3974 Email: Don.Byrne(a)anu.edu.au Additional Information PEWER - Signed.pdf <http://jobs.anu.edu.au/Downloads/2823_20120706025625.pdf> Position description Responsible to Director, Research School of Psychology Role statement PURPOSE STATEMENT: A Level B Academic (Teaching and Research) is expected to make contributions to the teaching effort of the institution and to carry out activities to maintain and develop his/her scholarly, research and/or professional activities relevant to the profession or discipline. KEY ACCOUNTABILITY AREAS: Position Dimension & Relationships: Biological Psychology forms an integral and essential part of the School's undergraduate curriculum. Teaching in the area is mandated by the external accreditation criteria to which this curriculum must comply. The Research School of Psychology wishes to strengthen its profile in the area of biological psychology and to capitalise on the established research strengths of the existing group in the area. Biological psychology also provides a strong vehicle for the School to extend its collaboration with other areas in the College, including the Research School of Biology, the John Curtin School of Medical Research, and the ANU Medical School. The area, and this position, therefore clearly fit the School's strategic plans. Role Statement: Specific duties required of a Level B Academic may include to: . Develop, convene and deliver a high quality course on the biological basis of behaviour to second year undergraduate psychology students (PSYC2007) and coordinate an advanced third year course on Issues in Behavioural Neuroscience (PSYC3016); . Supervise the independent research of students enrolled in the honours (fourth) year and contribute to postgraduate research supervision in psychology; . Maintain the development of innovative and contemporary course material at the undergraduate level; . Undertake original and creative research of high quality in psychology; . Maintain a significant profile of published work in refereed journals of high international standing, and report the results of research at appropriate national and international conferences; . Attend departmental meetings and assume roles on both School and ANU committees as appropriate; . Take reasonable care for their own workplace health and safety and not wilfully place at risk the health or safety of any other person in the workplace; and . Undertake other duties from time to time as directed by the Head of School. Skill Base A Level B Academic shall have qualifications and/or experience recognised by the institution as appropriate for the relevant discipline area. In many cases a position at this level will require a doctoral or masters qualification or equivalent accreditation and standing. In determining experience relative to qualifications, regard is had to teaching experience, experience in research, experience outside tertiary education, creative achievement, professional contributions and/or to technical achievement. Selection criteria 1. A PhD degree in psychology. 2. Experience in teaching the biological basis of behaviour to undergraduate students in psychology and an ability to develop creative course material and assessments in this area. 3. A demonstrated ability to carry out independent and original research in psychology as demonstrated by a body of published work including an ability to seek external competitive research grant funding. 4. An ability to contribute to the research supervision of fourth year (honours) and postgraduate students in areas relevant to the biological basis of behaviour. 5. A demonstrated willingness to be involved in academic administration. 6. Excellent oral and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with colleagues in an academic environment. 7. A demonstrated understanding of equal opportunity principles and policies and a commitment to their application in a university context. Information on applying for a position at ANU http://hr.anu.edu.au/employment-at-anu/job-opportunities/applying-for-a-pos…