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Assistant Professor, Psychology, Tenure Track, James Madison University

Teachpsych, Virginia, Minnesota, United States, 55792


Assistant Professor, Psychology, Tenure Track, James Madison University

Working Title: Assistant Professor, Psychology, Tenure TrackPosition Number: 2352Posting Number: F2355Position Type: Instructional Faculty - Full TimePosition Status: Full TimeCollege/Division: College of Health and Behavioral StudiesDepartment: PsychologyPay Rate: Commensurate with ExperienceAbout James Madison University:Mission:

We are a community committed to preparing students to be educated and enlightened citizens who lead productive and meaningful lives.Vision:

To be the national model for the engaged university: engaged with ideas and the world.Who We Are:

Located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA. With a population of just over 53,000, Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in Virginia. JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students, faculty, and staff.The Department of Psychology at JMU invites applicants for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 2024. We are excited to welcome candidates who have a demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence, including diversity, equity, inclusivity, justice, and accessibility practices.The successful candidate will join a student-centered faculty with a strong commitment to open, respectful, and supportive collegiality. Faculty are expected to develop an active program of scholarship that involves undergraduate students in research, serve as academic advisors to Psychology majors, and contribute to service activities of the department, college, and university.Duties and Responsibilities:Teaching assignments include consideration of class sizes and supervision of student research. Faculty are expected to develop an active program of scholarship that involves undergraduate students. There is also an opportunity for course instruction and supervision of graduate students enrolled in JMU’s Psychological Sciences M.A. Program.Qualifications:Required qualifications for this position include:A completed doctoral degree or ABD in Psychology or a similar fieldA documented history of submitting scholarship for peer-reviewed publicationPreference will be given to applicants who can teach statistics and methods courses and/or large sections of General Psychology, as well as courses in their area of expertise.Conditions of Employment:

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check. E-Verify Notice applies.Documents Needed to Apply:Letter of InterestTeaching StatementResearch StatementStatement of Inclusive ExcellenceNames and contact information for three referencesQuestions about the position should be directed to the Search Chair, Dr. Michael Hall (hallmd@jmu.edu, 540-568-7877).

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