Assistant Professor - Psychology

Texas A&M University - Victoria • Victoria, TX

21h • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Psychology in the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences at Texas A&M University - Victoria is hiring for a tenure track position to join the faculty at the Assistant Professor level. The academic specialty is open, and successful candidates will contribute to the general needs of the Psychology program at the undergraduate and graduate levels. This includes Introduction to Psychology as well as specialized classes compatible with the teaching and research interests of the candidate. Faculty members will teach four courses each semester (24 credits per academic year). Texas A&M University-Victoria has approximately 3,000 students, which allows a small faculty to student ratio. The department of psychology has 326 students and currently offers an undergraduate degree in Psychology and graduate degrees in Counseling Psychology and Forensic Psychology. Our recent entry into the Texas A&M University System is enabling us to build new dynamic university, focused on continuing our strong programs and building a vibrant residential student body. The position will be based in Victoria Texas a city of 65,000 surrounded by rural communities, but within an easy drive of Corpus Christi, San Antonio, and Houston. This is a face-to-face position, and the successful candidate will maintain a regular presence on campus.

Requirements

• PhD or PSYD in psychology or ABD.
• Applicants must apply online and include: Cover letter, Current CV, Full contact information for at least three academic references (at least two should be prepared to address teaching effectiveness), Evidence of effective teaching (such as student evaluations and/or a statement of teaching philosophy), Copies of all college transcripts (official transcripts will be required of all finalists).
• All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Nice To Haves

• Prior teaching and leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach four courses each semester (24 credits per academic year).
• Contribute to the general needs of the Psychology program at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Teach Introduction to Psychology as well as specialized classes compatible with the teaching and research interests of the candidate.
• Maintain a regular presence on campus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree