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Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Psychology-Open Area

University of Mount Saint Vincent•The Bronx, NY
•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Mount Saint Vincent, founded by the Sisters of Charity of New York, is an academically excellent, authentically inclusive, Catholic and ecumenical liberal arts university. It combines a strong core curriculum with a full array of majors in the liberal arts and selected professional fields. The University seeks to develop the whole person, fostering an understanding of our common humanity, a commitment to human dignity, and an appreciation of our obligations to each other. The Psychology Department invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August 2027. While the area of specialization is open, the department has a particular interest in candidates with expertise in forensic psychology or psychology and law, or in neurodevelopment/neurodiversity within frameworks such as neuropsychology, biological psychology, health psychology, school psychology, or educational psychology. The successful candidate will be committed to excellence in undergraduate teaching and supporting a diverse student population at an urban liberal arts college. The teaching load is 21 credits per academic year, including introductory psychology, courses in the candidate's specialty, and eventually the senior capstone course. Opportunities to develop new courses are available. The department values faculty mentorship and undergraduate research involvement. Candidates should demonstrate the potential for an active scholarship program aligned with the University's teaching-focused mission and for providing undergraduate research opportunities. Service responsibilities include advising Psychology majors, participating in departmental activities, and serving on University governance committees.

Requirements

  • Doctorate in Psychology or a closely related field from an accredited institution; candidates who are ABD on track to confer their degree by August 2027 will be considered.
  • Teaching or research expertise in one of the department’s priority areas (e.g., biological, cognitive, social, sociocultural, developmental, clinical).
  • Evidence of, or demonstrated potential for, excellence in undergraduate teaching.
  • Commitment to teaching and mentoring students from diverse backgrounds.
  • Potential to maintain an active research program involving undergraduate students.
  • Commitment to departmental service and University governance.
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States at the time of appointment (the University is unable to provide employment-visa sponsorship for this position).

Nice To Haves

  • Teaching or research expertise in forensic psychology or psychology and law.
  • Teaching or research expertise involving neurodivergent populations within neuropsychology, biological psychology, health psychology, school psychology, or educational psychology frameworks. Relevant areas of scholarship may include autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, cognitive development, academic functioning, psychosocial adjustment, or health and quality-of-life outcomes.
  • Experience mentoring undergraduate students in research.
  • Ability to develop courses that complement and expand the department’s existing curriculum.

Responsibilities

  • Teach 21 credits per academic year, including introductory psychology, courses in the candidate’s area of specialization, and other foundational courses in the psychology major.
  • Develop new courses to complement and expand the department’s curriculum.
  • Engage undergraduates in an active research program within the department.
  • Maintain an active program of scholarship appropriate to the University’s teaching-focused mission.
  • Provide meaningful opportunities for undergraduate research participation.
  • Provide academic advising for students.
  • Participate in departmental and University activities.
  • Serve on University governance committees.

Benefits

  • Salary Range: $68,000 - $70,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care
  • 100% employer sponsored life insurance, AD&D insurance and Long term disability
  • Retirement plan with employer matching
  • Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • Professional development opportunities via Coursera
  • Tuition benefits for their dependents
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee Assistance Plan

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

Ph.D. or professional degree

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