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Assistant Teaching Professor, Department of Psychology
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Position Number: 2234500
Location: University Park, PA
Position Type: Liberal Arts - Psychology

Assistant Teaching Professor, Department of Psychology

The Department of Psychology at Penn State (http://psych.la.psu.edu/) invites applications for the positions of Assistant Teaching Professor a non-tenure track faculty appointment to begin August 13, 2021.

The positions require teaching undergraduate research methods courses, possibly also introductory statistics, and courses in clinical, cognitive, developmental, industrial-organizational, or social psychology. Candidates should be available for both on-line and classroom teaching assignments.

Previous teaching experience and fit to the department's teaching needs are critical. These are full-time positions with a teaching load of three courses per semester during the academic year; summer teaching is negotiable. Ph.D. preferred and at least ABD status required at time of appointment. In addition, successful candidates must either have demonstrated a commitment to building an inclusive, equitable, and diverse campus community, or describe one or more ways they would envision doing so, given the opportunity.

The following clearances must be successfully completed for this position:

- Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check

- Pennsylvania Child Abuse History

- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Background Check

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the positions are filled. Candidates should submit a letter of application, including concise statements of teaching experience and interests, a CV, and the names and contact information for at least three references electronically. Questions may be addressed to Frank Hillary, Associate Head, at fhillary@psu.edu.

Apply online at https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Academic/job/University-Park-Campus/Assistant-Teaching-Professor--Department-of-Psychology_REQ_0000012181-1

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Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.