Assistant Professor, Psychological Science

Position Summary

Applications are invited for the position of Assistant Professor of Psychological Science, area of specialization is open. This is a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track position to begin August 2024. The Department of Psychological Science and Counseling is a diverse, dynamic, and collegial environment that is home to a large undergraduate program in psychological science, a Master of Science program in Industrial and Organizational Psychology (MSIO), a Master of Science program in Counseling, and a PsyD in Counseling Psychology program specializing in working with military families. For more information about the department, visit: http://www.apsu.edu/psychology/index.php. The department is housed within the College of Behavioral and Health Sciences which affords rich opportunities for interdisciplinary collaborations. Some examples of recent and ongoing college collaborations include a grant-funded research and intervention project aimed at supporting student veteran transitions to college, a grant-funded project focused on student mental health and wellness, a juvenile justice mentorship project, and a working group focusing on trauma-informed pedagogy.

About the Role

Austin Peay State University is located in Clarksville, TN, which Money Magazine rated number 1 in its 2019 Best Places to Live rankings: https://clarksvillenow.com/local/clarksville-named-best-place-to-live-by-money-magazine/. Clarksville is a vibrant, diverse community with a low cost of living, and easy interstate access to nearby Nashville. Clarksville is centrally located in the region, with Memphis, Louisville, Atlanta, St. Louis, Chicago, Cincinnati, Indianapolis, New Orleans, and many other major cities a day’s drive away.

Major Responsibilities

• Teaching responsibilities will include a range of undergraduate courses in the Bachelor of Science program, including courses in the selected candidate’s specialty area.
• Preference will be given to candidates who can contribute to one or more of the following areas: research methodology courses, developmental courses, sensation and perception courses, cross-cultural psychology, psychology of women, and/or African-American psychology.
• The departmental teaching load is 12 hours each semester, which can include credit for leading research teams comprised of undergraduate researchers. Summer teaching opportunities are available.
• Research activity is required for this position and scholarship activities involving undergraduates will be encouraged.
• The department of Psychological Science currently has a variety of laboratory spaces and a collaborative developmental and play observation/lab space. In addition, the university has funding opportunities to help support research and teaching equipment expenses.
• Candidates who demonstrate a strong interest in undergraduate education, strong interest in contributing to general education teaching and advising, and departmental service are preferred.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Psychology or a closely related field, and a strong commitment to undergraduate education, research, and service. Experience in teaching and mentoring undergraduate students is highly desirable. Applicants should also demonstrate a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Application Instructions

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, research statement, and three letters of recommendation through this link.