Current Vacancies
Position: Assistant/Associate Professor: Developmental Psychology
Date posted: Monday, August 31, 2009
Department: Psychology
Location: Columbia, MO
Type: Academic
Term: Full time
Description:
Columbia College, founded in 1851, is a private, coeducational institution offering associate, baccalaureate and master's degrees. The college is ranked by US News and World Report in the Top Tier of Midwest Master Degrees Schools, is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association and holds specialized accreditation in its education program. The college is located in Columbia, Mo., one of America's most livable small cities.
The History and Social Sciences Department at Columbia College invites applications for a tenure-track assistant/associate professor position in developmental psychology.
Qualifications:
Employment will begin August 2010. Ph.D. in psychology by August 2010 required. The successful candidate will be a developmental generalist able to provide inspired teaching in courses on lifespan developmental psychology, child psychology, adolescent psychology, adult psychology, and general psychology. The successful candidate also should be willing to teach courses in research design and statistics for behavioral and natural sciences. Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate dedication to teaching excellence, including supervising original undergraduate research. Normal teaching load is four courses (12 hours) each semester. Professional development, advising, and service are expected.
Candidates must submit a letter of application, a current vita, statement of teaching philosophy, official graduate transcripts, three letters of reference and evidence of teaching effectiveness to: Executive Vice President and Dean for Academic Affairs, Columbia College, 1001 Rogers St., Columbia, MO 65216.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Columbia College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.