Assistant Professor-in-Residence, Psychology/Honors [R0152296]

About the role

The Honors College and the Department of Psychology at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas invite applications for a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure track teaching faculty member (Assistant Professor in Residence) to begin Fall, 2027. This position will report to both academic units and include teaching responsibilities equal to both units. The person in this position will also contribute to curriculum development, student mentorship, and other forms of college and university service.

Responsibilities

• Teach HON 201 (Honors General Psychology) and 400-level honors seminars that are interdisciplinary but rooted in psychology and the candidate’s area of expertise.
• Develop and instruct undergraduate courses in children’s mental health (a B.S. program in Children’s Behavioral Health Psychology has recently been developed and approved).
• Contribute to curriculum development, student mentorship, and other forms of college and university service.

Requirements

• A Ph.D. in psychology or related discipline from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
• Substantial teaching experience (including online teaching).
• A willingness to work with a program coordinator for purposes of assessment and quality control.

Qualifications

• A commitment to undergraduate education.
• A willingness to foster an environment in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive.

Skills

• Ability to teach interdisciplinary courses rooted in psychology.
• Experience developing and instructing undergraduate courses in children’s mental health.
• Willingness to work with a program coordinator for assessment and quality control.

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package including:
• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays.
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision.
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs.
• No state income tax.
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools.
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.
• Employee recognition and appreciation programs.
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost.
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles.
• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard.
• Support and resources available for veteran applicants.

Pay

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

Schedule

Full-time, 9-month, non-tenure track.

Contact Information

To apply, applicants should submit a cover letter of interest, teaching statement, learning environment statement, detailed vita listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. For assistance with the application process, please review instructions on How to Apply. For further assistance contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu.

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