Assistant Teaching Professor (Non-Tenure Track) - Social Psychology

The Department of Psychological Sciences at the University of Missouri-Saint Louis

Position Summary:

The Department of Psychological Sciences at the University of Missouri-Saint Louis invites applications for a full-time non-tenure track position at the assistant teaching professor rank, to begin August 15, 2025, though a January 2025 start could be negotiated. We seek an energetic and enthusiastic individual who shares our dedication to excellent student-centered teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful applicant will join one of the largest and most dynamic departments at the University of Missouri-St. Louis. The teaching position will support undergraduate and graduate coursework in the following areas of course focus: social psychology, stereotype and discrimination, and organizational behavior/group.

The Department of Psychological Sciences has long been one of the College and campus' high performing departments in terms of teaching, research, and service. It is among the largest departments on campus both in terms of faculty and students; the latter spread over affiliated majors (i.e., BA/BS Psychological Sciences, Child Advocacy Studies), minors, multiple certificates (i.e., Child Advocacy Studies, Neuroscience, Trauma Studies), and graduate programs (i.e., PhD Clinical Psychology, MA & PhD in Psychological and Brain Sciences). Additionally, there are a host of training clinics and research centers that are affiliated with the Department (i.e., Community Psychological Service, Child Advocacy Center of Greater St. Louis, Center for Trauma Recovery, Center for Behavioral Health, Missouri Institute of Mental Health) and are in step with the university's mission of community engagement.

We welcome applications from professionals who are ABD or have a Ph.D. in Social Psychology, Social/Cognitive/Affective Neuroscience, Organizational Psychology, or a related discipline within the field. Successful applicants will demonstrate experience and capacity to engage students from both traditional and non-traditional educational trajectories. Responsibilities of this position include a teaching load of four courses per semester with in-person and online modalities, advising undergraduate students, and participating in departmental and faculty governance. Areas of teaching for this position could include, but are not limited to, social psychology, stereotype and discrimination, and organizational behavior/group.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. ABD or PhD in Psychology or related field by the time the position starts.
2. Diverse teaching experiences; variety of modalities, student populations, etc.
3. Ability or experience teaching psychology courses at the undergraduate level. Teaching responsibilities will encompass the following courses: social psychology, stereotype and discrimination, and organizational behavior/group processes, with the ability to teach special topics in one's research area.
4. Demonstrates knowledge of, sensitivity to, and ability to work effectively with the educational needs of individuals and groups with a diverse range of identities, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities in a global environment.
5. Evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the racial, socioeconomic, academic, and cultural diversity a large, urban, metropolitan university, including students with different abilities (e.g., physical and or learning
6. Demonstrated understanding of equity-minded and inclusive teaching practices and pedagogy.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Ability or experience working with historically under-served and/or underrepresented populations, and first-generation college students.
2. Evidence of valuing equity, treating cultural and linguistic diversity as assets, and sensitivity to and understanding of diverse students.
3. Ability or experience in the recruitment and/or retention of underrepresented students, including students of color.
4. Commitment to professional development, scholarship and service to the university, students, and community.

For priority consideration, please submit applications by October 15, 2024. Position will remain open until filled. Interested candidates should submit: a current CV, and a cover letter that includes relevant teaching experiences, teaching statement, and how your experiences and expertise align with the UM System Values Statement (below). Finalists will be asked for references as part of a phone reference check. If you have questions regarding this position, please contact: Dr. Matthew Taylor, Interim Department Chair (taylormatt@umsl.edu).

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

To request ADA accommodations, please email the Office of Human Resources at umslhr@umsl.edu.