Assistant/Associate Professor of Psychology (Tenure-Track)

Athens State University; Ohio; On-site; USD 52,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Athens State University in Alabama invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Psychology to support student-centered teaching, scholarship, and service.

The duties include teaching upper-division psychology courses in various formats (in-person, online, hybrid), advising students, conducting research, and contributing to program accreditation efforts. Salary range listed and requirements noted.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Psychology from a regionally accredited institution is required.
• Experience teaching at the baccalaureate level or higher.
• Ability to teach a variety of courses such as Abnormal Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Drugs and Behavior, and Internship in Psychology.

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of upper-division psychology courses in-person, online, and hybrid formats.
• Develop and revise courses to ensure quality and assessment.
• Advise a range of psychology students to support academic and career success.
• Engage in research/scholarship to maintain currency in the field.

Skills

Teaching experience

Course development

Student advising

Research & scholarship

Education

Ph.D. in Psychology

Job description

Assistant/Associate Professor of Psychology (Tenure-Track)

Closing Date:

Job Duties:

The College of Arts and Sciences (COAS) psychology program at Athens State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Psychology to support the University's mission of providing student-centered, quality education and are committed to the success of our students and the university. This involves teaching effectiveness, scholarship, institutional service, and professional and community service. During the annual contract of employment, faculty members are expected to be available to assist and work with students and respond to program, division, college, and institutional needs.

In addition to the duties listed below, faculty members must adhere to the general faculty guidelines and perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, the Dean of Colleges, and the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs.

DUTIES:

• Teach a variety of upper-division (junior/senior) courses in support of programs in psychology in a variety of formats (in-person, online, and hybrid courses).
• Develop, revise, and deliver courses that ensure quality and effective assessment.
• Work with and advise a range of students in psychology to assist them in achieving academic and career success.
• Engage in research/scholarship/professional development appropriate for a teaching institution to maintain currency in disciplinary field(s).
• Maintain office and student contact hours.
• Serve on university, college, division, and psychology program committees and assist with accreditation efforts as needed.
• Participate in the recruitment activities of the psychology program, college, and university as appropriate.
• Assist in the proposal, development, and delivery of graduate psychology programs and certificate psychology programs.
• Assume any other professional duties and responsibilities as assigned by administrative personnel.

Required Qualifications:

• An earned Ph.D. in Psychology from a regionally accredited institution.
• Experience teaching at the baccalaureate level or higher.
• Ideal candidate will be qualified to teach a variety of courses according to their interest and expertise, such as, but not limited to: Abnormal Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Drugs and Behavior and Internship in Psychology.

QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED:

• The ideal candidate's area of expertise will be in Clinical Psychology or a closely related specialization.
• The ideal candidate should also have experience and be ready to work with student internships and related career-development student activities in partnership with community organizations.

Salary Schedule:

Salary Range: $51,970 – $88,632; includes Assistant/AssociateTo

view salary schedules visit: https://www.athens.edu/about/offices/human-resources/resources/salary-schedule-tables

Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Special Instructions to Applicants

• Unofficial transcripts should be from the college or university which verifies qualifications for the position.

Note: Credential evaluations are needed for all transcripts obtained outside the U.S. before uploading and submitting an application. (Credential evaluators should provide course-by-course evaluations and transcribed in English.)

Upon an offer of employment, official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended must be submitted. Continued employment is contingent upon receipt of transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.

About Athens State University

Located in historic Athens, Alabama, Athens State University offers junior and senior-level coursework to community college graduates and transfer students holding sufficient credits from other institutions. Presently, over 3,100 students have selected Athens State because of its neighborly environment where 50 majors and degree programs are offered, with courses taught by a supportive and exceptional faculty. Approximately 80% of the students are enrolled in at least one online course. The typical student is working adult who commutes.

Recently, the University was featured in the 2015 Best Value Online College Rankings by OnlineU.org for four online programs including computer science, accounting, education and human resources.

The University offers undergraduate degree programs in Liberal Arts, Teacher Preparation, and Business.

The University employs more than 350 full and part-time employees with approximately 90 full-time faculty members in three colleges: College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, and College of Education.

Seventy-five percent of the full-time faculty members hold a terminal degree.

The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

Athens, Alabama is located in north Alabama equidistant between Nashville, TN and Birmingham, AL. Athens is home to several events and festivals that have been featured as the Southeast Tourism Society's “Top 20 Events in the Southeast” including the Athens Storytelling Festival and the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention.

In accordance with Athens State University Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check

Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from that criminal background check.

Non-Discrimination Policy Statement

Athens State University, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. Athens State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, religion, genetic information, or veteran status in employment, or admissions to or participation in educational programs and activities. Inquiries or concerns may be addressed to the Office of the Vice President of Enrollment and Student Support Services, 300 N. Beaty St., Athens, AL 35611, 256- 233-8175.