Instructor I, Psychology (multiple vacancies)

Job Summary

As an Instructor I of Psychology, the successful candidate will teach at the undergraduate level; be involved in course and/or curriculum development; engage in professional development activities; and potentially participate on College and University committees.
Although the specific area of expertise is open, candidates that are able to teach psychology courses meeting department needs are especially encouraged to apply. This includes an ability to teach our general education courses including General Psychology and a lower level life-span developmental course. Candidates able to teach upper level courses including clinical or applied psychology, and adolescent development as well as courses in statistics and research methods are also encouraged to apply.
Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; committed to effective use of technology including distance learning; and provide service to the College, University and Community. Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within our region.
FGCU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity and Access Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, genetic predisposition, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, veteran status, and any other protected class(es), as required by applicable state and federal law, as well as University regulations and policies.

Job Description

Typical duties may include but are not limited to:

• Teaches 12 credit hours per semester of undergraduate courses in Psychology and related subjects.
• Prepares syllabi, instruction materials, coordinates lectures, tests, and evaluates
• Engages in reflective self-assessment of teaching styles and methods to ensure consistently effective instructional performance.
• Actively serves on university committees.
• Actively participates in institutional meetings.
• Assists with the development of curriculum.
• Continued professional development activity is expected at a level commensurate with rank and the mission of the University. Community, institutional and professional service in furtherance of FGCU’s mission is expected of all faculty.
• Other duties may be assigned by the Chair.

Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology, or a closely-related area from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent accreditation with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline.
• Demonstrated potential for, or a record of, achievement in teaching undergraduate courses.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology (Ph.D. preferred) from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent accreditation.
• Demonstrated expertise and ability to teach courses that meet department needs in a B.A. Psychology program.
• Evidence of successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Experience with and commitment to the use of instructional technology, a willingness to cultivate an interdisciplinary perspective; and a demonstrated commitment to professional development.
• Experience or commitment to the use of technology in distance learning & university teaching. Interest in collaborating both within and outside the University in the development and delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning. Must value continued service to the school and university.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Appointment will be made on a 9-month multi-year appointment basis available August 2024.

Because applications and materials are subject to public review and retention under Florida’s Public Records Law, please DO NOT send examples of your project/scholarship unless requested to do so. Therefore all submitted materials including articles, disks, slides, books, etc., become the property of FGCU and CANNOT BE RETURNED. As applicable, finalists will be notified of the need to submit specific additional materials. Such materials will become the property of FGCU.

Under Florida’s Public Records law, applications will be available for public review upon request.

Required Application Materials:

• Unofficial Transcripts
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Five (5) Professional References

The position is listed as “open until filled”, however applications received by November 30, 2023 will receive priority consideration.

Salary commensurate with education and experience.