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Title:                                     Assistant Professor of Psychology, Developmental

 

Division:                              School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

 

Department:                      Psychology

 

Reports to:                         Chair, Psychology Department

Status:                                  Full-time, Tenure-Track Faculty Position                               

 

Position Summary

Dominican University of California is seeking a dynamic individual in the Department of Psychology for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor Position with a research focus in Developmental Psychology to begin August 2012.This is a full-time, 9.5-month position.  Additional consideration will be given to those applicants who can also teach research methods and/or statistics. 

The Psychology Program provides a comprehensive foundation in the psychological sciences, inclusive of theory, research, and practice, in an atmosphere that models mutual respect and encourages individual challenge.  The program’s size allows for one-on-one interaction with the department’s well-qualified faculty composed of practicing psychologists and researchers.

Courses focus on clinical psychology and counseling, human development, health and sports psychology, communication, social psychology, business/organizational psychology, cognition, and biological psychology. Classes take the form of seminars, lectures, experiential exercises and simulations, demonstrations, guided research, and independent study, all of which are intended to stimulate active student participation in learning.

We are a fun, team-oriented department, committed to academic excellence and supportive of faculty and student research.

Responsibilities

·         Teach undergraduate psychology classes, including Introductory Psychology and the undergraduate senior thesis (Directed Research)

·         Academic advising of students

·         Participate in curriculum development

·         Contribute to the department through research, publication and service

 

Qualifications

·      Doctoral degree in Psychology, Developmental focus only (from an accredited institution is required and ABD candidates will NOT be considered)

·      Prior college level teaching experience is required

·      Academic and research experience in one of the areas of Developmental Psychology (infancy or child preferred)

·      Ability to teach courses in all areas of Developmental Psychology, Introductory Psychology, and an undergraduate senior thesis course

·      Research experience in human development

·       Experience in teaching research methods and/or statistics is preferred

 

 

Additional Position Information

 

·         Priority will be given to applications submitted by January 28, 2012; however additional CVs may be considered until the position is filled

·         Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience

·         Standard benefits package, including Retirement Plan contributions upon date of hire

·         Dominican University of California is strongly committed to building a diverse community and is an equal opportunity employer

·         Must be willing to consent to a background check

·         Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job

For More Information Contact:

·         Dr.  LeeAnn Bartolini, Co-Chair, Psychology Department
Administrative Coordinator, Claire Cumings
Department of Psychology
Dominican University of California
50 Acacia Ave.
San Rafael, CA 94901
Email: Claire.cumings@dominican.edu 

 

Dominican University of California is an independent, international, learner-centered university of Catholic heritage, offering both undergraduate and graduate programs. Dominican has a 1:11 teacher-to-student ratio, an average class size of 15, with a small-town feeling in a park-like campus. We blend interdisciplinary core courses, real-world studies, and small classes with close and supportive academic advising and mentoring.

 

Application Procedures

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·         For further questions on the application process, please contact matthew.gaulding@dominican.edu or call 415-482-2444