ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - Psychological Science 00086140
Missouri University of Science & Technology
Rolla, MO
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 25, 2024
Hiring Department
Psychological Science
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled with review of applications to begin September 29, 2023
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time, Benefit Eligible
Job Description
The Department of Psychological Science at Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T) seeks applicants for a tenure-track position in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, or a related area, at the assistant professor level beginning August 2024. Applications from candidates with an interest in technology at work, occupational health, and/or talent management would be especially welcome.
The Psychological Science Department has 9 full time faculty members, an MS degree program in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, and recently remodeled lab space. The successful candidate for this position must be committed to both teaching and scholarship, and able to develop an active research program that involves undergraduate and graduate students. The typical teaching load is two courses per semester with some using distance education technology. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology or a related field and evidence of excellence in teaching and research. The person who holds this position will teach both graduate and undergraduate courses in industrial psychology and organizational psychology, with the potential to develop new courses. Ideal candidates would be expected to employ inclusive teaching practices to design learning environments that meet the needs of a diverse range of learners.
Interested candidates should electronically submit an application consisting of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement providing evidence of teaching effectiveness, and a statement of research goals to the Missouri University of Science and Technology's Human Resource Office:https://hr.mst.edu/careers/academic-employment/. Applicants should arrange for three reference letters to be emailed directly to the Psychological Science Department at psych@mst.edu.All submitted application materials must have the position reference number 47563 in order to be processed.Preferred format for attachments is PDF; hardcopy application materials will not be accepted. For full consideration, please apply bySeptember 29, 2023. The position will remain open until filled.
Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research universities. Located about 100 miles southwest of St. Louis in the community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks scenery. Missouri S&T offers degrees in engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business, with master's and Ph.D. programs available in many areas. We are currently ranked as one of the top ten online psychology Master's programs in the country byForbes. With nearly 9,000 students enrolled online and on campus, Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a diverse population but small enough for individuals to stand out. Additional information about the university is available athttp://www.mst.edu.
Research opportunities may be available at Ft. Leonard Wood, MoDOT (Missouri Dept. of Transportation), and the regional medical center (Phelps Health). Additional information on the department and faculty research interests is available athttp://psych.mst.edu.
Qualifications
Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology or a related field and evidence of excellence in teaching and research.
Preferred Qualifications
Emphasis in technology at work, occupational health, or talent management
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