Tenure Track Faculty - Department of Psychology

Teachpsych; Arcata (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 159,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

Cal Poly Humboldt invites applications for a full-time, academic year, tenure-track faculty position in psychology. The duties include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses and building a strong research program with student participation. The starting rank is Assistant Professor, with a salary range of $74,652 to $158,688 depending on qualifications.

A benefits package is provided. Minimum qualifications require a PhD or equivalent, with licensure eligibility for Clinical/Counseling or

Qualifications

• Earned PhD, PsyD or equivalent in Psychology or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
• Evidence of potential for university teaching and a student-centered learning environment.
• Ability to conduct and publish original research in peer-reviewed journals.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses aligned with department needs.
• Develop and maintain an active research program with student involvement.
• Advise students and supervise theses or projects as appropriate.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research record

Student-centered learning

Diversity awareness

Collaborative work

Scholarly publication

Education

PhD, PsyD or equivalent in Psychology

Job description

Tenure Track Faculty - Department of Psychology

Faculty Tenure-Track Position Starting Fall 2027
Department of Psychology

DESCRIPTION: Cal Poly Humboldt and the Department of Psychology invite applicants for a full-time, academic year, tenure-track faculty position in any field of psychology (e.g., Behavioral, Clinical, Cognitive, Developmental,Neuroscience, Quantitative, Social).

PROFESSIONAL DUTIES: Candidates should be committed to teaching excellence and to building a strong research record. Instructional assignments may include undergraduate and graduate courses (e.g. Introduction to Psychology, Introductory and Advanced Psychological Statistics, Introductory and Advanced Research Methods in Psychology, Psychology of Critical Thinking, etc.). Candidates may have the opportunity to teach other courses in their area of specialization. Instructional assignments will be consistent with the programmatic needs of the department and students.

RANK, SALARY AND BENEFITS: We seek to fill this position at the Assistant Professor rank; however, rank and salary are dependent on the appointee's qualifications and experience. The Assistant Professor Classification annual salary range for this position is $74,652 - $158,688; the anticipated starting annual salary is $80,000 - $84,000. Cal Poly Humboldt provides an excellent benefits package for faculty. Information about benefits plans can be found at: https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/benefits/Documents/employee-benefits-summary.pdf

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: An earned PhD, PsyD or equivalent in Psychology or a closely related field from an accredited college or university is required at the time of appointment. If ABD, degree requirements must be completed by date of appointment. Candidates specializing in Clinical/Counseling, or School Psychology must hold or be eligible for appropriate California professional licensure at the time of appointment. Candidates specializing in Behavior Analysis (BCBA or BCBA-D) must hold or be eligible for the professional certification required to perform the anticipated duties of the position at the time of appointment.

The successful candidate must demonstrate the following:

• Record of training or experience in the field of psychology or closely related field;
• Evidence of, or potential for, university-level teaching and creating a student-centered learning environment;
• Evidence of, or potential for, conducting and publishing original research on psychology or closely related field in peer-reviewed journals;
• Expertise in theoretical frameworks related to psychology or area of expertise;
• Willingness to work collaboratively and productively with colleagues;
• Demonstrated experience working effectively with diverse student and/or research populations;
• Demonstrated knowledge and familiarity addressing issues of concern facing students from diverse backgrounds in higher education; and
• Record of, or potential for, involving students in research and scholarly activity.

Preferred qualifications for this position include:

• Potential for effective teaching in a broad range of Psychology courses using a variety of instructional methodologies;
• Demonstrated program of research;
• Commitment to participating in professional development opportunities that build effectiveness in teaching, areas of inclusion, intercultural communication, and advancing diversity;
• Commitment to academic advising and student mentorship;
• Potential to supervise master's theses or projects; and
• Commitment to contribute to departmental, institutional, professional, and/or community service.