User blog:FSUOC/Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Psychology, Framingham State University

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Framingham State University is a vibrant comprehensive liberal arts institution located just 20 miles west of Boston, which integrates an academically challenging liberal arts education with workforce preparation programs.

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Job Description:

General Statement of Duties:

The Department of Psychology and Philosophy at Framingham State University seeks applications for a tenure-track position in psychology at the assistant professor level starting fall AY19-20.

The position requires teaching General Psychology, Psychological Research Methods, and undergraduate capstone courses. Further, the successful candidate will teach courses in one or more of the domains from the psychology curriculum as well as upper division electives with a clinical bent (such as PSYC 322 Abnormal Psychology and PSYC 353 Topics in Human Services).

Candidates with a variety of applied interests in human services areas and clinical specialties are especially encouraged to apply.

FSU is dedicated to effective teaching with a 3-3 load and each course bears four credits. Contractual responsibilities also include academic advising, service to the university and department, and scholarship. Student-faculty collaboration is highly valued.

Requirements:

Minimum Requirements:
 * 1) Evidence of effective teaching at the undergraduate level
 * 2) Experience with or a demonstrated willingness to participate in teaching, mentoring, research, or service activities that promote an equitable, diverse, and inclusive academic environment,
 * 3) Scholarly competence, and
 * 4) Ph.D. or Ed.D. in psychology or a related field by 9/1/19.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time, exempt, benefits-eligible position in the MSCA bargaining unit. Salary commensurate with experience in accordance with Appendix O of the Massachusetts State College Association (union) contract.

Framingham State University conducts criminal history and sexual offender record checks on recommended finalists prior to final employment for all positions.

Framingham State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Members of underrepresented groups, minorities, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Instructions:

Candidates must apply online at https://framingham.interviewexchange.com by submitting, as separate documents: (1) a cover letter, (2) a CV/resume, (3) a diversity statement*, (4) a statement of teaching philosophy with a list of courses the candidate is prepared to teach (5) a statement of research interests, (6) evidence of effective teaching through the submission of syllabi, recent student evaluations, or similar supporting documents, and (6) the names and contact information for three professional references who will automatically be sent requests to electronically submit written letters of recommendation.


 * A diversity statement is a personal statement on a candidate's past efforts, as well as future plans, to enhance diversity and inclusion. Regardless of personal demographic characteristics, FSU has a commitment to hiring candidates who share our commitment to the American Association of College and Universities (AAC&U) Inclusive Excellence Model. Diversity statements will be considered as part of a transparent and comprehensive review of candidates' application materials.

For best consideration, all materials should be received by December 15, 2018. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Official transcripts must be submitted upon appointment.

Framingham State University only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you experience technical issues with the online application process, please submit a helpdesk ticket.

Framingham State University understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance, please contact the Human Resources Office at 508-626-4530 or [mailto:humanresources@framingham.edu humanresources@framingham.edu].

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