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    Instructor of Psychology - Austin, United States - Tarleton State University

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    Job Title

    Instructor of Psychology

    Agency

    Tarleton State University

    Department

    Psychological Sciences

    Proposed Minimum Salary

    Commensurate

    Job Location

    Stephenville, Texas

    Job Type

    Faculty

    Job Description


    The Department of Psychological Sciences in the College of Education invites highly qualified candidates to apply for the Instructor of Psychology.

    This is a 9-month non-tenure-track appointment located on Tarleton's main campus in Stephenville, Texas. Summer appointment is dependent upon need and funding availability.


    Work hours:
    Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work and teaching requirements indicate. May be required to teach at other campuses or online at the institution's discretion. This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.


    The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching, mentor undergraduate students, and participate in the necessary operation of the institution.


    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

    100% Teaching and Service:

    • Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or laboratory offerings to undergraduate and/or graduate students, which may include general education core curriculum.
    • Develop course syllabi, select instructional materials, and design assessments such as exams, quizzes, papers, etc.
    • Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and evaluate student learning outcomes to inform teaching practices and curriculum improvements.
    • Engage students in active learning, foster critical thinking skills, and provide opportunities for discussion, collaboration, and hands-on learning.
    • Provide academic support and guidance to students through office hours, feedback on assignments, and mentoring.
    • Adhere to university policies, academic integrity standards, and accreditation requirements related to teaching responsibilities.
    • Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technologies, and pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning and engagement.
    • Engage in ongoing professional development activities to stay current in the field, improve teaching skills, and explore new instructional strategies.
    • Collaborate with colleagues, departmental faculty, and university staff to coordinate course offerings, share resources, and contribute to program development and improvement.
    • Participate in institutional service roles including but not limited to, college committees, advisory committees, student/faculty recruitment, and mentoring of new and part-time faculty.

    Minimum Requirements:

    • Earned master's degree in Psychology (or a closely related field) from an accredited university
    • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Prior university teaching experience
    • Ability to teach courses in statistics and/or research methods

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:


    Knowledge and understanding of disciplinary subject matter at a level adequate for graduate-level instruction; written and oral communication skills sufficient to conduct effective teaching and research activities; ability to interact with students, staff, and faculty in a professional, collegial, and collaborative manner.


    Application Procedure:
    During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application.

    Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.


    Employment applications must include (required):

    • Completed online application
    • Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications
    • Curriculum Vitae or Resume
    • Proof of Teaching Excellence (including teaching philosophy)
    • At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information, and
    • Unofficial transcripts
    All positions are security-sensitive.

    Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

    Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.


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