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Full-time Teaching Faculty , Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences, Indiana University-Bloomington. The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences seeks to fill a full-time teaching faculty Lecturer position.   Position will begin August 2020.  The area of expertise within psychological and brain science is open. We especially welcome candidates who add diversity to the department, are deeply committed to evidence-based pedagogy and innovative methods, and could provide instruction in developmental, cognitive, or social psychology, with experience in modern neuroscience methods in one or more of these areas.  The ideal candidate will be an experienced instructor at the college level with an interest in adding value to the undergraduate program.  Rank is open. For junior candidates, the initial contract period is for three years, with reappointment annually and decision for promotion to Senior Lecturer and long-term contract made in the sixth year.  The teaching load is five courses a year.  Applicants should have an advanced degree (a PhD in Psychology or Neuroscience is preferred), and documented teaching experience.  Applicants should submit a letter of application that includes a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, evidence of teaching effectiveness, a diversity, equity, and inclusion statement, a curriculum vita, and have three letters of recommendation submitted on their behalf.                              Interested candidates should review the application requirements and submit their application at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/ 8620 .  Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to:  Cherlyn Crees, Assistant to the Chair, ATTN: Lecturer Search, Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences, 1101 E. 10th Street, Bloomington, IN  47405-7007 or chcrees@indiana.edu  Applications received by January 10, 2020 will receive full consideration.  However, the search will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.  Information about the department and the university is available at  http://www.psych.indiana.edu .  The College of Arts and Sciences is committed to building and supporting a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community of students and scholars. Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.

Visiting Assistant Professor , Indiana University-Bloomington: The Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences is seeking to fill one position for a visiting assistant professor to teach undergraduate courses in the areas of Introductory, Cognitive, Social, Developmental, or Neuroscience.  Position will begin August 2020.  The ideal candidate will be an experienced instructor at the college level with an interest in adding value to the undergraduate program.  This will be a 1 year appointment, renewable for one additional year.  The teaching load is five courses a year.  Applicants should have an advanced degree, at the time of appointment (a PhD in Psychology or related field is preferred), and documented teaching experience.  Applicants should submit a letter of application that includes a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, evidence of teaching effectiveness, a curriculum vita, and have three letters of recommendation.                                                                    Interested candidates should review the application requirements and submit their application at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/ 8615 .  Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to:  Cherlyn Crees, Assistant to the Chair, ATTN: Instructor Search, Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences, 1101 E. 10th Street, Bloomington, IN  47405-7007 or chcrees@indiana.edu.  Applications received by January 10, 2020 will receive full consideration.  However, the search will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.  Information about the department and the university is available at  http://www.psych.indiana.edu .  The College of Arts and Sciences is committed to building and supporting a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community of students and scholars.   Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.

About Our College: Situated in one of the world’s most beautiful regions – SUNY Plattsburgh’s main campus is on Lake Champlain between the Adirondack Mountains of New York and Green Mountains of Vermont. SUNY Plattsburgh is a vibrant, public, comprehensive college, and member of the State University of New York’s (SUNY) comprehensive system of higher education committed to student-centered academic excellence. While the college enrolls more than 5,500 students in 70+ baccalaureate, certificate, and master’s programs, an average class size of 22 students allows the individual attention necessary to ensure that its graduates are educated to succeed in an increasingly complex, multicultural and interdependent world. About The Position: The School of Arts & Sciences provides excellence in learning opportunities for all students at SUNY Plattsburgh through a core liberal arts education. We develop students who can think critically, have mastered their discipline, can communicate effectively, and are broadly educated. The Psychology Department invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of assistant professor beginning Fall 2020. We seek an individual with an open area of specialization. We are especially interested in individuals with training in applied areas (e.g., health, forensic, counseling, etc.), and/or with training in social/personality psychology. The successful candidate will be committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service in an institution dedicated primarily to undergraduate education. It is expected that the person appointed to this role will demonstrate an understanding of and sensitivity to diversity and gender issues, as SUNY Plattsburgh is committed to ensuring that its graduates are educated to succeed in an increasingly complex, multicultural, and interdependent world. The successful candidate may be asked to teach courses in a distance learning format.   SUNY College at Plattsburgh is a fully compliant employer committed to excellence through diversity. To learn more about this position and to apply, please visit http://jobs.plattsburgh.edu/postings/10958

ABOUT THE POSITION: We are seeking a full-time faculty colleague to join our Social Sciences department, who is committed to advancing the College’s mission by delivering high-quality courses that feature engaged learning, curricula, and pedagogy aligned to the needs of our students. The ideal candidate will have expertise in teaching a variety of psychology courses. We seek someone who brings a passion and commitment to teaching, advising, and collaboration. We are particularly interested in faculty committed to promoting and valuing diversity, and who bring a social justice perspective to social sciences in 21st century America. We seek a candidate who would bring valuable perspectives of underrepresented groups to our campus community. GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES : Teach Principles of Psychology and a range of other psychology courses (such as Research Methods, Statistics for the Social Sciences, Developmental Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Personality Psychology, Social Psychology, and/or areas of special interest); Participate in curriculum development, and assessment strategies in support of academic program review; Provide academic advising for approximately 18 students; Maintain regular office hours; Contribute to program student learning outcomes assessment activities; Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and collaborate learning environment; Serve on college committees as elected or appointed; Participate in regularly scheduled departmental, divisional, and college meetings; and Perform other duties as assigned within the MCCC collective bargaining agreement. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in psychology, or closely related field; Successful experience teaching psychology at the college level; Demonstrated online teaching experience, or demonstrated commitment to integrating technology and pedagogy; Transdisciplinary expertise in how psychology impacts other fields and degree programs (criminal justice, education, health professions, human services, sociology, etc.); Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse abilities, needs, and concerns of community college students; Demonstrated commitment to the community college mission; and Commitment to fostering healthy collegial relationships within the department and throughout the college. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Earned doctorate (Ph.D., Psy.D., or Ed.D.) in psychology; Experience with curriculum and program development in psychology; Experience teaching college level courses in a field related to psychology; Successful community college teaching experience; At least three years’ experience teaching a range of undergraduate psychology courses; Demonstrated commitment to building academic-community relationships; Demonstrated commitment to social justice, equity, and human rights issues; and Commitment to professional growth and development. EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Candidates selected for an interview will be asked to conduct a teaching demonstration and to provide a statement outlining their Teaching Philosophy. Please do not submit Teaching Philosophy statement until requested to do so. RANK AND SALARY:   Rank and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience in keeping with the collective bargaining agreement. Anticipated salary range is $46,687 – 62,640.  The appointment salary is based on the classification compensation structure and it is unlikely the offered salary will be at or near the top of the range. START DATE:   August 2020 TO APPLY: In order to be considered for this position, you must submit your credentials online.   Create a Greenfield Community College account at http://gcc.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=118531 . You will be able to upload the following required documents for consideration:  Resume Cover letter Contact information for 5 professional references When preparing your cover letter and resume, please refer to the minimum and preferred qualifications and, if applicable, include an equivalency statement.  Successful completion of a CORI check WILL be required as a condition of employment. Official copies of all academic transcripts will be required at the time of hire.  Review will begin with applications received up to and including January 10, 2020.  Additional applications may be submitted through February 10, 2020 and MIGHT be considered until the position is filled. AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT: Greenfield Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence.

Winona State University invites you to join our Community of Learners as an Instructor/Assistant Professor of Psychology.  This position is a one-year/fixed-term sabbatical replacement for the 2020-2021 academic year.  First duty day is August 17, 2020.  As a faculty member, you will be responsible for teaching undergraduate psychology courses within your area of expertise. Additionally, courses taught would include some combination of Introduction to Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Health Psychology, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, and/or Psychological Testing & Measurement. Minimum qualifications for this position include (1) a PhD in Psychology (ABD may be considered); and (2) education and training sufficient to teach scientifically grounded Psychology courses such as Introduction to Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Health Psychology, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, and/or Psychological Testing & Measurement. For a complete job description and information on applying for this position, please go to https://winona.peopleadmin.com . Review of applications begins 1/16/2020.   WSU is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities and is an equal opportunity educator and employer.

Position summary: Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, Professor Larisa Heiphetz, the Research Staff Assistant will support research activities in Columbia's Social and Moral Cognition Lab ( columbiasamclab.weebly.com ). Studies in the lab focus on children's and adults' moral cognition, with some studies investigating connections to religious cognition and/or to the criminal justice system. Typical responsibilities include assisting with creating stimuli, recruiting participants, coordinating data collection, organizing and maintaining participant database, ordering supplies and facilitating the preparation of forms and reports (e.g. IRB documentation). In addition to assisting with on-going projects, the lab manager will have an opportunity to develop his or her own studies.  This is a one-year position with the strong expectation of renewal for a second year and possibility of further renewals for additional years. Start date can be arranged with Professor Heiphetz and is expected to be sometime between June 1st, 2020, and September 1st, 2020. Review of applications will begin on December 15th, 2019, and will continue until the position is filled. Please submit your application at the following link:  https://opportunities.columbia.edu/en-us/job/504367/research-staff-assistant . Please include your CV/resume; a 1-2 page cover letter describing prior research experience (if any) and future research goals; contact information for three professional references; and other information requested at the link (e.g., your name and contact information, etc.) Columbia University is an equal opportunity employer, and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply for this position.

VISITING ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF PSYCHOLOGY – PERSONALITY/DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY:   The Union College Department of Psychology seeks an excellent teacher-scholar specializing in personality and/or developmental psychology for a period of three years, with the possibility of extending to five.  The area of specialization is open, but the successful candidate will be able to offer our 200-level personality psychology course.  We will prioritize candidates who can also teach developmental courses.  An ability to teach statistics and introductory psychology would also be helpful.  Our new colleague might also contribute to the College’s general-education program by teaching a first-year preceptorial or sophomore research seminar.  These general-education courses are aimed at non-majors, focus on a topic of the faculty member’s choosing, and develop students’ writing, thinking, and secondary research skills.  We expect that our new colleague will establish and maintain a high-quality research program that involves undergraduate students.  PhD by appointment date preferred.  Union College recognizes the rich possibilities of interdisciplinary studies. The Psychology department currently provides support for the Gender Sexuality and Women’s Studies and Neuroscience programs. Candidates who can support these and/or other Interdisciplinary Studies programs, including those with cross cultural and community engagement interests, are encouraged to apply. Teaching load is two courses per ten-week trimester, six courses per academic year.  Salary and benefits are competitive. The College offers strong support for both teaching and research. Founded in 1795, Union College is a small, selective, private college with a history of excellence in the liberal arts, sciences, and engineering.  Both the College and the department take great pride in offering our students rigorous and engaging learning experiences and the opportunity to participate in cutting-edge research. The College is located in New York’s Capital Region, a metropolitan area of over one million people.  Our region offers affordable, livable neighborhoods and a variety of interesting cultural and recreational opportunities.  In addition, both New York City and Boston are located within a three-hour drive from campus. Union College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly committed to student and workforce diversity. Increasing diversity on campus is a critical priority for Union, one that is integral to our mission of preparing students for a globally interconnected world. Our goal is not only to increase diversity, but to support a diverse environment in which people from varied backgrounds can succeed and thrive. As such, we welcome applications from members of traditionally underrepresented groups. Applicants are encouraged to state in their cover letter how they will enhance the diversity of offerings and educational experiences if hired.  We value and are committed to a host of diverse populations and cultures including, but not limited to, those based on race, religion, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin and veteran status. Union College is committed to providing access and will provide reasonable accommodation in its application process to individuals with disabilities who request such accommodations. We ask that candidates submit the following via our portal at http://jobs.union.edu : (1) an application letter, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) statements of teaching and research interests, (4) evidence of teaching effectiveness including any course evaluations and peer evaluations that are available, (5) evidence of scholarship including copies of peer-reviewed publications, and (6) a statement describing experience working with diverse student populations and/or the ability to contribute to a diverse community.  Questions may be directed to Linda Stanhope, chair of the search committee, at STANHOPL@union.edu.  Review of applications will begin on December 15, 2019.