Assistant Professor in Psychology

University of North Florida, United States

Updated: 11 days ago
Location: Jacksonville, FLORIDA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Position Information


Job Title Assistant Professor in Psychology
Position Number 313660
Requisition Number B08575
Position Type Faculty 9-10 Months
Class Code
Time-limited through N/A
Type of Appointment Full-Time
Faculty Position Sub-Type Regular
Length of Appointment 9 months
Internal Recruitment? No
Working Hours Varies
Department Psychology
Organization COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES
Division Academic Affairs - DIV
College College of Arts and Sciences
Approved Hiring Salary Range $64,000 to negotiable
Pay Basis Annually
Equal Opportunity
In 2020, the University of North Florida (UNF) received the prestigious INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, the only application-based national award for U.S. colleges and universities that exhibit an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion across their campuses. In addition, UNF ranked highest among the HEED institutions and was recognized as a 2020 Diversity Champion.
The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.
Carnegie
UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF’s mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.
Faculty Initiatives
The University of North Florida promotes the quality and effectiveness of education and strives to maintain the highest standards of academic excellence in all phases of instruction, research/scholarship/creative activity, and service.
General Description / Primary Purpose
The Department of Psychology at the University of North Florida invites applications for one tenure-track Assistant Professor (Position #313660). The specific area is open; candidates from any subfield of Psychology are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will strengthen existing areas of emphasis within the department and teach courses within the Psychology curriculum, including Research Methods in Psychology, Introduction to Psychology, and other undergraduate or graduate courses within their area of expertise. Individuals with experience teaching undergraduate Research Methods in Psychology are particularly encouraged to apply. The position will begin in August 2024.
The position is a full-time tenure track appointment with primary responsibilities in teaching, research, and service/outreach. The successful candidate will become an integral part of the programs within the Psychology Department, with duties to include: teaching courses in the department curriculum consistent with their background, developing a research program that involves undergraduate and graduate student researchers, and participating in professional and university outreach and service activities. The University of North Florida and the Department of Psychology value diverse perspectives and hope to attract applicants who are committed to helping students from underrepresented backgrounds succeed.
The Psychology Department at UNF offers a BA and a BS in Psychology, a BS in Behavioral Neuroscience, and a MS in Psychological Science. Over 1200 undergraduate psychology and behavioral neuroscience majors and 35 graduate psychology students are enrolled at the University of North Florida. The department’s research collaborators include faculty within other academic departments, the Jacksonville Zoo, and Mayo Clinic research centers. In addition, the department features functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), BIOPAC physiological systems, virtual reality, eye-tracking equipment, thermal imaging cameras, ELISA systems for hormone assays, a driving simulator, and a campus aviary.
UNF is part of Florida’s State University System and is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level and reflects UNF’s mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.
Our campus is located on a 1000-acre nature preserve, 10 miles from the Atlantic Ocean in Florida’s largest city. For information about UNF and the Department visithttp://www.unf.edu/coas/psychology/ . For more general information about UNF, seehttp://www.unf.edu/employment-opportunities/ .

Essential Duties


Job Function
Successful candidates are expected to establish and maintain a productive program of research; teach undergraduate and graduate courses in psychology, including courses related to the candidate’s particular area of expertise (3-3 teaching load); supervise undergraduate and master’s students’ research projects; and contribute to service in the department, university, and profession. We are particularly motivated to select candidates who demonstrate the ability to work with and engage diverse students, colleagues, and research participants from diverse backgrounds. UNF faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of academic excellence in all phases of instruction, research/scholarship/creative activity, and service.
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Posting Detail Information


Marginal Functions
Required Qualifications
Faculty Position Required Qualifications
1. PhD in Psychology or related field by August 1, 2024;
2. Commitment to student, faculty, and staff excellence;
3. Potential to conduct and publish high-quality research, as indicated by publications in peer-reviewed journals and transparent research practices; and
4. Evidence of or potential for excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring.
The successful candidate will be a dynamic researcher and communicator who has excellent written and oral communication skills namely the ability to teach, inspire, and mentor students; the ability to establish a research program; an appreciation for diverse constituencies and effective interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate successfully with diverse faculty, staff, and students.
Departmental Requirements
N/A
Statement(s) of Understanding Definition
Background Check: This position requires a level II background check, which includes fingerprinting. In conjunction with the University’s policy, this position may also require a credit check.
Foreign Influence Review:
Pursuant to Florida Statute 1010.35, this position requires additional information from all applicants seeking research or research related positions prior to an interview or offer of employment. Applicants must fully complete the Foreign Influence Review section of their application. Additional documents (e.g., passport) may be required based on form responses.
Responsible Employee: The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator.
Required Licensure or Certification
N/A
Machines/Equipment used regularly
N/A
Anticipated Start Date 08/05/2024
Job Posting Date 10/09/2023
Application Review Date 11/10/2023
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled Yes
Point of Contact Information Dr. Gabriel Ybarra, [email protected]
Hiring Official Dr. Lori Lange
Location if not Jacksonville N/A
Special Instructions
Applicants must complete the application online at http://www.unfjobs.org and must upload all required documents. Applicants who do not upload all required documentation cannot be considered for an on-campus interview. Once you submit both your completed application and uploaded documents you will receive a confirmation number. Keep the confirmation number for your records. Applicants must include three (3) references with contact information in the application. Letters of recommendation will be requested for shortlisted candidates.
To apply submit the following:
1. A cover letter addressing the above required qualifications;
2. A statement of research program;
3. A statement of teaching philosophy and experience;
4. A current curriculum vitae; and
5. Unofficial transcripts
Individuals who require reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or selection process must notify Dr. Lori Lange, department chair, at (904) 620-1638, a minimum of five (5) working days in advance. Please contact Dr. Gabriel Ybarra, Search committee chair, at [email protected] or Delores Irvin, at [email protected], for general information regarding the positions. Initial review of applications will begin on November 10, 2023. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.
UNF is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action Institution.
Quicklink https://www.unfjobs.org/postings/25645

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