Assistant Professor of Psychology

Under the general direction of the Chair, Department of Psychology and Counseling, the full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor will begin August 1, 2023. The Assistant Professor will possess a Ph.D. in Psychology (those who are ABD will also be considered) and be prepared to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, including specialty courses within their area of expertise, more general courses within the department, as well as courses within the Honors and first-year seminar programs. Candidates are expected to exhibit a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, as well as be able to involve students in their research area and participate in service. 

Essential Duties include the following.  Other duties may be assigned. 

• Teaching (60%):
  • Strong commitment to excellence in teaching, and an active research program that can involve students.
  • Ability to teach a range of graduate and undergraduate courses in psychology, particularly clinical and developmental psychology, and within the area of expertise.
  • Willingness to teach general courses within the department.
  • Plan course syllabi and assignments for the semester of study to meet Hood College and departmental curriculum requirements.
  • Instruct students in course content and provide learning opportunities to achieve course objectives.
  • Encourage class participation and provide assistance to students, as appropriate, in completing class assignments. Manage classroom interactions and establish and maintain a climate that encourages learning.
  • Critique performance on various assignments to measure the quality of learning, to build thinking skills, to challenge students’ assumptions, and to reinforce concepts, which may include practical application of new skills.
  • Maintain regular office hours and contact with students, as appropriate. Work with students to address problems and resolve issues.
  • Accompany students on field trips or other off-campus learning opportunities, as appropriate.
  • Determine grades for assignments and for overall achievement in class. Provide appropriate documentation of grades to students and department, as appropriate.
• Research (20%):
  • Involve students in active research area.
  • Conduct empirical research that adds to the evidence-base of the discipline and provide publication opportunities.
  • Present (and co-present with students) research findings in academic papers and posters at professional conferences.
• Service (20%):
  • Participate in college committees and/or professional organizations to develop professional partnerships and meet academic needs of the institution.
  • Support the College’s initiatives to recruit and retain talented students.
  • Act as an active member of the Hood College community.
• Supervisory Responsibilities
  • Carries out supervisory responsibilities as they may occur for directing students in honors theses, internships, independent studies, or X-credits.
  • Responsibilities may also include interviewing students as potential laboratory/research assistants, appraising performance, addressing concerns, and resolving problems.
• Weekly Work Hours
  • The position typically requires teaching between 8 AM and 5 PM, although evening teaching or attendance at campus events outside of these hours is sometimes required.
  • Evening or weekend hours could be required to support programs or special events.
• Travel (if applicable)
  • While travel is not a daily component of this position, faculty members often travel to present their research at professional conferences.

Qualifications

We seek a candidate who values diversity, equity and inclusion in all that they do. Candidates must have strong organizational skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively with partners across campus in support of Hood College’s mission as a student-centered, liberal arts institution.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Psychology (those who are ABD will also be considered)

Technology Skills

Proficient in MS Office tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), e-mail and Internet.  Ability to learn new applications quickly including organization-wide information systems and department-specific software applications. 

Language Skills

Proficient in office productivity suite software (such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), e-mail, and Internet. Ability to use available instructional technology resources to effectively teach in a manner conducive to classroom presentation including, but not limited to, use of audio visual equipment, computer, educational software (e.g., Blackboard), statistical software (e.g., SPSS), etc.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with mathematical concepts as appropriate for the discipline. Higher-level concepts may be required for some disciplines.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a number of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.  Ability to work independently and as a member of a group in developing and executing project plans. Ability to work in theoretical arena and apply logic as appropriate.

To Apply

We invite qualified candidates to apply on-line via our electronic application which requires submission of a CV, teaching and research statement, relevant publications, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and three professional references. Questions about the position and letters of recommendation should be addressed to Dr. Molly Moreland at psychandcoun@hood.edu. For full consideration, please apply by October 31, 2022.

If you need assistance with the on-line application process, please email humanresources@hood.edu or call (301) 696-3592.

Hood College is committed to diversity in its faculty and staff and subscribes to a policy of hiring only individuals legally eligible to work in the United States.  EOE/AAP/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer

Hood College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, disability, religion, or age in recruitment, admission and access to, or treatment, or employment in its programs, services, benefits, or activities as required by applicable laws including Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodation for disabled applicants and students. Inquiries about discrimination or reasonable accommodation should be referred to the Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator at Alumnae Hall, 401 Rosemont Avenue, Frederick, MD. 21701 (AD 312), (301) 696-3592.  For complete information on Hood College’s nondiscrimination policy, please visit http://www.hood.edu/non-discrimination/.

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