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Offer: Instructor, Psychological Science and Counseling:Austin Peay State UniversityJob description:Instructor, Psychological Science and CounselingPlease see Special Instructions for more details.Each applicant must include the names and contact information for three references, one of which must be from your most recent or current employer, with your application materials. If you would like to additionally attach Letters of Recommendation to your online application, letters must be dated one year or less from the date of your application. You may attach your letters of recommendation in the ?Optional Documents? section under the ?Letter of Reference? tab.Letters of recommendation from your references may be sent by email to ?facultyapplications@apsu.edu? or hard copy to ?Austin Peay State University, Human Resources Dept., PO Box 4507, Clarksville, TN 37044? with your name and desired position clearly indicated after your online application is completed. If granted an interview, unofficial transcripts will be required of candidates and official transcripts will be required of the selected candidate before the candidate will be offered a position. Information technology is highly recommended that you attach unofficial transcripts in PDF format to your online application in the ?Optional Documents? section under the ?Unofficial Transcript? tab before finalizing and submitting your application. You will not be able to attach your letters of recommendation, unofficial transcripts or any other supplemental document(s) nor modify your application after Information technology has been submitted Please refer all questions to facultyapplications@apsu.edu IT IS A CLASS A MISDEMEANOR TO MISREPRESENT ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS Austin Peay State University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, discapability or age in its program and activities. The Office of Institutional Culture has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the University's nondiscrimination/harassment policies, Browning Building, Room 136, Clarksville, TN 37044, Phone: (931) 221-7267, Email address: OEAI-Diversity@apsu.edu.
Posting DetailsPosition InformationPosting Number: 2012633Faculty Working Title: Instructor, Psychological Science and Counseling Pay Rate: income is competitive and commensurate with practice and education. Regular/Temporary: Regular If temporary, list duration: 3 years renewable Type of Appointment: Temporary Contract Period: 9 month Employment Job Category: Adjunct Position?: No Position Summary Information Position Summary: Applications are invited for the position of Instructor in the Department of Psychological Science and Counseling, area of specialization is open. This is a full-time, 9-month, 3-year (with potential to renew) position to begin August 2025. The Department of Psychological Science and Counseling is a diverse, dynamic, and collegial environment that is home to a large undergraduate program in psychological science, a Master of Science program in Industrial and Organizational Psychology (MSIO), a Master of Science program in Counseling, and a PsyD program specializing in working with military families. For more information about the department, visit: http://www.apsu.edu/psychology/index.php . The department is housed within the College of Behavioral and Health Sciences which affords rich opportunities for interdisciplinary collaborations. Examples of recent and continuing college collaborations include a grant-funded research and intervention project aimed at supporting student veteran transitions to college and a juvenile justice mentorship project. and a working group focusing on trauma-informed pedagogy. Austin Peay State University is located in Clarksville, TN, which Money Magazine rated number 1 in its 2019 Best Places to Live rankings: https://clarksvillenow.com/local/clarksville-named-best-place-to-live-by-m oney-magazine/ . Clarksville is a vibrant, diverse community with a low cost of living, and easy interstate access to nearby Nashville. Clarksville is centrally located in the region, with Memphis, Louisville, Atlanta, St. Louis, Chicago, Cincinnati, Indianapolis, New Orleans, and many other major cities a day's drive away. For additional information about APSU including our mission and vision please visit: https://www.apsu.edu/about-apsu/index.php Major Responsibilities Teaching responsibilities will include a range of undergraduate courses in the Bachelor of Science program, including courses in the selected candidate's specialty area . Preference will be given to candidate who can contribute to one or more of the following areas: research methodology courses, brain and behavior/neurocognition, sensation and perception, cross-cultural psychology, psychology of women, and/or African-American psychology. Follow the link for a list of departmental undergraduate courses . The teaching load for this position will be 15-hours each semester, which can include credit for leading research teams comprised of undergraduate researchers. Research activity is not required for this position but would be supported should there be an interest. The Department of Psychological Science currently has a variety of laboratory spaces and a collaborative developmental and play observation/lab space. In addition, the university has funding opportunities to help support research and teaching equipment expenses. Candidates who demonstrate a strong interest in undergraduate education, strong interest in contributing to general education teaching and advising, and departmental service are preferred. More information about the department and its programs can be found on our website: https://www.apsu.edu/psychology/ . Primary tasks and Job responsibilities: » Demonstrate availability and capability to work effectively with colleagues to support the mission of the institution and related academic units. » Be willing to teach at times and places necessary to meet student needs. » Be willing to adopt innovative teaching methods and delivery as appropriate. » Possess the expertise, talents and expertise in the discipline to promote effective teaching. » Demonstrate respect for the diverse learning needs of students. » Demonstrate the capability to develop and implement curriculum objectives and content for courses offered and taught in one's curriculum area. » Demand and maintain high standards and expectations for all students. » Implement teaching activities and a diversity of teaching techniques, procedures, and resources including application of technology. » Develop and implement evaluation and assessment techniques that are appropriate for each course. » Use multiple measures to assess student learning on a regular basis and provide frequent feedback to students relative to their performance. » Be available and expertiseable and demonstrate proficiency in the practice of academic advisement of students. » Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development and growth by being suitably active in professional and community service. » Exhibit motivation and initiative in keeping up-to-date and current in one's curriculum area by reading/reviewing current scholarly or creative works in their field and by attending conferences, seminars, workshops, courses, and development activities sponsored by the University. » Serve effectively on committees and other appropriate functions that assist in University governance. expertise, expertise, and Abilities: » expertise of discipline specific pedagogical approaches; » Broad, generalist expertise base in Psychological Science Physical Requirements: » Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Required Minimum Appropriate qualifications: » A Ph.D. in Psychology is required, with the area of specialization open. ABD will be considered if the Ph.D. will be completed by August 1, 2025. » Evidence of teaching effectiveness » A background search will be required of the prosperous applicant. Posting Detail Information Open Date: 09/05/2024 Close Date: Open Until Filled: Yes Special Instructions to candidates: Each applicant must include the names and contact information for three references, one of which must be from your most recent or current employer, with your application materials. If you would like to additionally attach Letters of Recommendation to your online application, letters must be dated one year or less from the date of your application. You may attach your letters of recommendation in the ?Optional Documents? section under the ?Letter of Reference? tab. Letters of recommendation from your references may be sent by email to ?facultyapplications@apsu.edu? or hard copy to ?Austin Peay State University, Human Resources Dept., PO Box 4507, Clarksville, TN 37044? with your name and desired position clearly indicated after your online application is completed. If granted an interview, unofficial transcripts will be required of candidates and official transcripts will be required of the selected candidate before the candidate will be offered a position. Information technology is highly recommended that you attach unofficial transcripts in PDF format to your online application in the ?Optional Documents? section under the ?Unofficial Transcript? tab before finalizing and submitting your application. You will not be able to attach your letters of recommendation, unofficial transcripts or any other supplemental document(s) nor modify your application after Information technology has been submitted Please refer all questions to facultyapplications@apsu.edu IT IS A CLASS A MISDEMEANOR TO MISREPRESENT ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS Austin Peay State University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, discapability or age in its program and activities. The Office of Institutional Culture has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the University's nondiscrimination/harassment policies, Browning Building, Room 136, Clarksville, TN 37044, Phone: (931) 221-7267, Email address: OEAI-Diversity@apsu.edu. Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents» Cover Letter » Curriculum Vitae Optional Documents » Unofficial Transcript » Letter of Recommendation 1 » Letter of Recommendation 2 » Letter of Recommendation 3 » Teaching Philosophy » Other Document Skills:
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