Assistant Professor in Psychology, Tenure-Track | Otterbein University
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Westerville, OH | United States
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Assistant Professor in Psychology, Tenure-Track Job Type: Faculty
Job Number: 00273
Location: Westerville, OH
Division: DESCRIPTION
DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY Assistant Professor of Experimental Psychology, Tenure-Track Otterbein University invites applications
for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Experimental Psychology , concentration open. We seek candidates with a demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching and research, as well as to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, who will contribute to the department's efforts to enhance diversity and provide an inclusive learning environment for all.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Full-time faculty teach seven courses per year (a temporary course reduction for new faculty is available). The successful candidate would be responsible for teaching courses in introductory psychology, research methods, and upper-level courses in at least one of the following areas: behavioral neuroscience, cognitive science, industrial/organizational psychology, or development and aging. Candidates may also teach Psychology courses in university-wide general education or interdisciplinary programs. All faculty are required to maintain an active research program incorporating undergraduate students and to contribute to the university through advising and service.
QUALIFICATIONS
Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology or related field is required. Specialty area is open. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate teaching excellence, an active program of scholarship involving undergraduates, teaching, advising, and mentoring students from diverse backgrounds, and the liberal arts tradition. Candidates should also demonstrate a strong background in research methodologies and data analysis.
Preference will be given to candidates with the ability to teach courses in either 1) behavioral neuroscience, 2) cognitive science, 3) industrial/organizational psychology, or 4) adult development and aging. All candidates should possess a willingness to develop additional courses in their area of interest.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
WHEN: This appointment begins in August 2024
DEPARTMENT: The Department of Psychology at Otterbein University currently has six full-time faculty and a number of committed and talented part-time faculty serving roughly 140 majors, along with our general education programs and students in Health and Sport Sciences, Nursing, Education, and Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. We offer a BS and a BA in Psychology, and we practice a mentorship model that incorporates our undergraduate students into our labs and leadership roles in the classroom. Our teaching and scholarship are also engaged with the local community. We prize academic freedom and autonomy in our professional lives, while creating a collegial and respectful community. We are committed to creating a diverse workplace and educational experience.
The mission of our department is to: 1) support the liberal arts mission of Otterbein University, 2) develop student knowledge of the scientific ethos, methods, and major models, as well as the real-world applications, of psychology for the understanding of self and society?, 3) develop student critical thinking, empirical, communication, and technological skills, and the ability to navigate complexity, 4) promote an appreciation for diversity and individual differences, 5) encourage intellectual, civic, and aesthetic engagement with the culture and the world, and 6) uphold ethical, socially responsible behavior with the ultimate goal of producing students who are prepared to pursue a career and community engagement and maintain intellectual curiosity and a commitment to lifelong learning. Our students are twice as likely as the national average to pursue graduate study, and we have recently developed a pathway in partnership with Antioch University that will allow seniors to begin working toward their Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in a CACREP-accredited program while completing their undergraduate degree. To learn more about the Psychology department, visit .
OTTERBEIN UNIVERSITY: Historically progressive. That is the hallmark of Otterbein University and those connected to this private university nestled in the picturesque, historic Uptown Westerville district in central Ohio and minutes away from Columbus, Ohio's largest city. Otterbein has set the pace by providing an educational experience that is progressive, innovative, and inclusive. Students come from towns throughout Ohio, as well as many states and multiple countries, enriching the campus through their individual and collective diversity. As a university that educates students of various racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, we strive for and value a diverse faculty and staff that reflects our student population and Franklin County. Otterbein is the first university in Ohio to be selected by the American Association of Colleges and Universities to host a Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation Campus Center. Otterbein will work with its own campus community as well as the Columbus City and Westerville City school districts to create positive narrative change about race; promote racial healing activities; and erase structural barriers to equity and opportunity. To learn more about Otterbein, visit .
WHERE: Otterbein University is located in Westerville, Ohio, a suburb of Columbus, and has received notable national designations, including two appearances on Money Magazine's Top 100 list of Americas' 'Best Places to Live' and recognized as one of Forbes 'America's Friendliest Towns.' Westerville has a population of approximately 37,000 people and combines the beauty and convenience of a medium-sized community with the cultural, educational, and economic benefits of Columbus, the state capital, a thriving and diverse metropolitan area of 1.4 million people. Central Ohio is the fastest growing area in the state with stability provided by a diversified economy.
APPLICATION: To apply send (1) a cover letter; (2) your curriculum vitae; (3) your teaching philosophy (not more than 3 single-spaced pages); (4) your research plans including how undergraduate students would be involved (not more than 4 single-spaced pages); (5) three references; and (6) a diversity statement consisting of no more than one single-spaced page, addressing the following two questions: How has a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion informed your teaching, scholarship, and/or professional experience to date? How do you see yourself contributing to Otterbein's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
For full consideration, applications should be received by February 12, 2024. Otterbein considers diversity and inclusion as integral parts of the University's achievement of excellence. We welcome applications from candidates from groups that have been historically underrepresented in higher education.
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About Otterbein University
UNIVERSITY SUMMARY: Historically progressive and building. That is the hallmark of Otterbein University and those connected to this private university nestled in the picturesque, historic Uptown Westerville district in central Ohio and minutes away from Columbus, Ohio’s largest city. Otterbein has set the pace by providing an educational experience that is progressive, innovative, and inclusive. Students come from towns throughout Ohio, as well as many states and multiple countries, enriching the campus through their individual and collective diversity. As a university that educates students of various racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, we strive for and value a diverse faculty and staff that reflects our student population and Franklin County. Otterbein has been selected as one of 23 universities across the US and the first in Ohio to host a Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation Campus Center. Otterbein will work with its own campus community as well as the Columbus City and Westerville City school districts to create positive narrative change about race; promote racial healing activities; and erase structural barriers to equity and opportunity.
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