Assistant/ Associate Professor of Psychology

The Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences welcomes applications for a full-time, tenure track appointment at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor of Psychology. Appointments are set to begin no later than August 2023. A Ph.D. in Psychology is required; ABDs with planned completion dates prior to Spring 2023 may also be considered. Candidates should have experience teaching a broad range of courses (e.g., Introduction to Psychology, Human Growth & Development, Abnormal Psychology, Psychology of Exceptional Children, Psychology of Personality, and Research Methods, etc.) The specific area of research within psychology is open, but successful applicants will demonstrate evidence of productivity and possess strong skills in in writing, advising, and research. Applicants must also demonstrate a clear commitment to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level and should be able to teach both synchronous and asynchronous courses. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES: Faculty typically teach 12 hours per semester (undergraduate), including a combination of service courses, upper-level offerings (including lab-based courses), and courses in their specialty area. Faculty are expected to engage in professional development and scholarly pursuits and involve undergraduate students in these endeavors. Faculty are expected to contribute to the department, University and profession through appropriate service obligations, including the advising of students and committee service. Teach undergraduate social and behavioral science courses as assigned. Prepare course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts. Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, papers. Collect and analyze data for program and university assessment. Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records. Compile, administer, and grade examinations. Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions. Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues, to include internship placements. Develop and use multimedia course materials and other current technology, such as online courses. Perform administrative duties as needed. Collaborative with colleagues to address teaching and research issues. Participate in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist department chair with continual program development. Participate in unit meetings and other university-wide activities/committees. Other duties as outlined in the Faculty Handbook.