Assistant or Associate Professor of Psychology
About the role
The Department of Psychology, within the Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, is seeking an assistant or associate professor with a Ph.D. in Neuropsychology. Preference will be given to candidates with a research focus in 1) substance use disorders, 2) memory and cognition, 3) applied psychology, or 4) health psychology. The selected candidate will be expected to provide student-centered teaching and instruction of undergraduate courses in their discipline. They will also teach graduate level courses for the MS in Health Psychology and the PhD in Applied Psychology in courses aligned with their area of expertise.
Responsibilities
- Establish and sustain a strong, externally-funded research program aligned with their field of expertise.
- Produce an excellent record of scholarly publications.
- Incorporate modern pedagogical skills in undergraduate and graduate psychology courses.
- Supervise and support psychology students in independent research projects.
- Engage in service at the department, college and university as well as to appropriate community and professional organizations.
Requirements
- A minimum of a PhD in Psychology or a Ph.D. in a related field (e.g., Neuropsychology) with a significant research track record.
- Ability to establish and sustain a strong research enterprise, and have pedagogical skills to teach in areas relevant to their discipline.
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
- Demonstrated record of scholarly research.
- Strong commitment to promoting student success, enhancing inclusiveness, and collaboration in alignment with the University’s strategic goals.
Qualifications
- PhD in Psychology or related field.
- Significant research experience.
- Pedagogical skills relevant to teaching in psychology.
- Commitment to promoting student success and inclusiveness.
Skills
- Research focus in substance use disorders, memory and cognition, applied psychology, or health psychology.
- Effective teaching and course development skills.
- Ability to mentor and supervise students in research projects.
- Service-oriented mindset towards department, college, and university.
Benefits
- Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
- Community Service Leave
- Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
- NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
- Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Campus Recreation Center Discount
- University Bookstore Discount
- and more
Pay
Commensurate with education and experience.
Schedule
9-month, tenure-track position.
Special Instructions to Applicant
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.
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