Assistant Professor - Psychology - Bellevue Program
Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology
Eastern Washington University Department of Psychology invites applications for a full-time, academic year Lecturer with the working title of Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology in the Department of Psychology and assigned to our program on Bellevue College Campus in Bellevue, Washington, to begin September 2019. This position is eligible for annual renewal.
Eastern's Department of Psychology has offered a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology on the Bellevue Campus since 2008. The most popular of the EWU programs offered on the Bellevue campus, the 70-credit major is designed to provide students with foundation in the science and profession, with emphasis on up-close, hands-on focused experiences such as involvement in research and internships. Class offerings primarily in the evenings prepare students for a wide variety of career areas as well as application for graduate study.
Responsibilities
- Teaching a variety of undergraduate courses to fulfill the needs of the Program and Department, including Introductory Statistics and Research Method
- Engaging in effective teaching and assessment of student learning
- Actively involving undergraduate students in research projects and presentations
- Advising declared majors and graduate students on Department, College, and University requirements; graduate school preparation; and career opportunities
- Participating in Department meetings and collaborating with colleagues to fulfill the missions of the Department
The typical teaching load is 45 credits per year, spread over three quarters, with release for advising and supervision of student research. The candidate is not required to serve on committees, but should be an active member in the department.
Information About Eastern Washington University
EASTERN is a comprehensive public university. We are a driving force for the culture, economy and vitality of the Inland Northwest region. Over 10,000 students, 600 faculty and 800 staff make Eastern their destination of choice for learning opportunities and professional achievement in high-quality liberal arts and professional programs offered in Spokane, Bellevue, Everett, and Vancouver, as well as on our beautiful main campus in Cheney.
EASTERN is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty, staff, students and academic program offerings and to strengthening sensitivity to diversity throughout the institution. We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Successful candidate(s) will be required to pass a background check and show proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. pursuant to U.S. immigration laws.
SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS: Eastern strives to satisfy all requests for special access needs for persons with disabilities. Requests for such accommodations are welcome and may be made by calling Human Resources at: (509) 359-2381.
Conditions of Employment
The required start date for this position is 09/16/2019. To be considered eligible for appointment into the position, applicants must be available and able to start in the position no later than 09/16/2019.
Required Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Psychology; ABDs in Psychology may be considered, but the doctorate must be completed no later than 9/15/2019.
- Ability to teach a variety of core courses and specialty areas within psychology (such as Statistics, Research Method, Cultural Psychology, Theories of Personality, Social Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, History of Psychology, Tests and Measurement, and others in area of expertise), as demonstrated by coursework, prior teaching experience, research, and/or publications/presentations.
- Demonstrated ability to supervise student research and directed studies, and advise Psychology majors as indicated by previous advising, managerial, supervisory, and/or leadership experience.
- A high degree of interest in human and cultural diversity, social justice and experiential and community-based education.
- Mastery of basic computer skills including word processing, database, email, and other forms of instruction technology.
- Demonstrated ability to apply a culturally responsive and flexible approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff, and the public.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preference may be given to candidates who also offer one or more of the following:
- At least one-year experience teaching university or college level psychology courses.
- Commitment to quality teaching, to students, and an active research program that involves undergraduates.
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