Assistant Professor (Teaching) - Psychology

Assistant Professor (Teaching) - Psychology Wayne State University is searching for an experienced AssistantProfessor (Teaching) - Psychology at its Detroit campuslocation. Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university locatedin the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from allbackgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Ourdeep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity,diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educationalopportunities which prepare students for success in a globalsociety. Essential functions (job duties): The Department of Psychology invites applications for a full-time(9 months) Assistant Professor (Teaching) position(non-tenure-track). We seek an active and engaged colleague withdemonstrated professional and teaching interests within Psychology.Preferred candidates should be able to teach several of ourundergraduate core major courses, which include Introduction toPsychology, Statistics, Research Methods, Learning and Memory,Perception, Cognition, Developmental Psychology, and HealthPsychology. Course format is primarily in-person, but may alsoinclude hybrid, or online delivery. Teaching load is 3:3 (fall andwinter semesters) Candidates are also expected to participate indepartment committees and activities. The successful candidate will join a vibrant and engaged academicunit. Our faculty have achieved national and internationalreputations for excellence in their respective fields of research.We offer a collegial environment, state-of-the art facilities,excellent programming, and extensive training opportunities forteaching-related careers, such as those offered by the University’sOffice of Teaching and Learning. Teach in-person, hybrid and/or online courses in the Psychologyundergraduate program. Courses could include Introduction toPsychology, Statistics, Research Methods, Learning and Memory,Perception, Developmental Psychology, Cognitive Psychology orHealth Psychology. Assist program faculty and staff with student recruitment andretention initiatives, program assessment and other duties requiredto meet organizational needs. Serve on departmental committees. Qualifications: Candidates with a Ph.D. in Psychology or a related field arepreferred. However, those who are ABD or hold a Master's degree andhave considerable professional experience may be considered. Evidence of effective university teaching experience, including inperson instruction using best practices in course design. School/College/Division: H12 - College of Liberal Arts & Science Primary department: H1224 - Psychology Employment type: Regular Employee Job type: Full Time Job category: Academic/Faculty Funding/salary information: Compensation type: Annual Salary Working conditions: This position must be filled pursuant to the provisions of acollective bargaining agreement, and as such may be filled by aqualified bargaining unit member, should one apply. Job openings: Number of openings: 1 Background check requirements: University policy requires certain persons who are offeredemployment to undergo a background check, including a criminalhistory check, before starting work. If you are offered employment,the university will inform you if a background check isrequired. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wayne State University