Assistant Professor of Psychological Science at Simpson College

LINK: https://apply.interfolio.com/115079

Description

The Department of Psychological Science at Simpson College seeks a colleague who is broadly trained in cognitive and biological aspects of psychology and who complements existing strengths in the department. 

The selected candidate will:

  • Teach 6 courses (24-credit hours) across the 2023-24 Academic Year (fall semester, spring semester, and May Term). Courses include Cognitive Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience. Opportunities to teach additional courses aligning with the curricular needs of the department (statistics, research methods, and/or intro psych) and the candidate’s area of expertise and are also available.

  • Contribute to student success and completion by mentoring students and by enhancing equity and an inclusive environment

  • Conduct research, especially research in collaboration with undergraduates

  • Provide service to the department of psychological science, the interdisciplinary neuroscience program, the college, and/or the profession.

  • Contribute to the psychology and neuroscience majors.

Teaching responsibilities will begin in late August 2023; advising and service to the college will begin the following year.

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in psychology. ABD candidates nearing completion of their Ph.D. will also be considered

  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching, scholarship, and/or service

  • Experience in teaching college or university-level classes (preferred)

  • Research experience collaborating with undergraduate researchers (preferred)

The Department and Institution

Simpson College encourages innovative teaching and seeks colleagues who will help its students of all ages develop critical intellectual skills and nurture values that foster personal worth and individuality for the purpose of living fulfilled lives within a creative, diverse and just community.

Simpson’s main campus is in Indianola, Iowa, a part of the Des Moines metropolitan area. The Des Moines area has a population of over 600,000, and economic growth has outpaced the U.S. as a whole. In addition, the cost of living is well below the national average. To learn more about Simpson College, please visit: www.simpson.edu.

Application Instructions

To apply please submit:  

  1. a letter of application

  2. curriculum vitae

  3. a teaching statement

  4. graduate transcripts (unofficial)

  5. three letters of recommendation from professional references

  6. a diversity statement to help us identify candidates who have professional skills, experience and/or willingness to engage in activities that would enhance campus diversity and equity efforts

  7. teaching evaluations and/or other evidence of teaching effectiveness

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  All applications received by January 23, 2023 will receive full consideration.

Tori Pena