Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Empire State University seeks candidates for a two-year Visiting Assistant Professor position in Psychology and Human Development through the Promoting Recruitment, Opportunity, Diversity, Inclusion and Growth plus (PRODiG+) Fellowship program. The role involves developing and teaching online courses, mentoring students, and participating in curriculum development and academic assessment initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Develop and teach online courses such as:Introduction to PsychologyAbnormal PsychologySocial PsychologyOther courses in Psychology and Human Development as aligned with departmental needs
- Mentor students throughout their degree program journey
- Participate in curriculum/program development and academic assessment initiatives
- Engage in university service activities
- Maintain an active research agenda
Skills
- Eligibility to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
- PhD or relevant terminal degree in Counseling/Clinical Psychology or closely related discipline from an accredited institution (completed prior to start date)
- Eligible candidates must demonstrate personal, academic, and/or work experience engaging with diversity, equity, and inclusion and/or a commitment to facilitating and enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in the campus community. Such experience may include, but is not limited to, an academic/scholarly track record focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion; work, volunteer/unpaid/community service; or related experience/expertise in serving underserved or vulnerable areas and/or populations
- Experience teaching and mentoring in online learning environments
- Background in academic program development
- Knowledge of learning assessment and contemporary pedagogical approaches
- Graduate of a CACREP-accredited program or Licensed Psychologist in New York State
Benefits
- NYS health insurance
- Free dental and vision
- Competitive retirement options
- Generous vacation, sick and holiday accruals
- Strong emphasis on work-life balance
Company Overview
Empire State University is an public university. It was founded in 1971, and is headquartered in Saratoga Springs, New York, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.sunyempire.edu.