Psychology, Assistant Professor

Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title Working Title Psychology, Assistant Professor (AA25105) Hire Types Faculty Division Academic Affairs Department Humanities & Social Sciences, College of Unit Psychology Location Mankato FLSA Exempt Full/Part Time Full Time FTE 1.0 Employment Condition Probationary Work Shift Work Schedule/Hours/Days Posting Details
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin on March 21, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.
POSITION: Tenure Track (Probationary*)
Salary Minimum Salary Maximum Salary Type Depends on qualifications Bargaining Unit/Plan 209, IFO Job Description
The successful candidate will be prepared to contribute to teaching core courses in the undergraduate psychology program which may include but are not limited to: Statistics for Psychology, Research Methods and Design, and courses in a specialty area of experimental psychology. The successful candidate will be prepared to teach advanced statistics courses at the undergraduate and graduate level. The successful candidate will be prepared to advise undergraduates and mentor undergraduates in research. Candidates should be prepared to actively engage in scholarship and service to the university, community, and discipline.
* A typical faculty workload responsibility may include up to twenty four (24) credits of instruction per academic year.
* The successful candidate may need to teach in other areas as assigned and qualified.
* May be expected to develop and deliver face-to-face, hybrid, and on-line instruction at the Mankato campus, online, and/or at the university's additional locations, as assigned.
* The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues in curriculum design, instruction and evaluation, conduct research productively and mentor students in research, help create innovative strategies for student recruitment, retention, and completion, and may be expected to develop external grant funding opportunities.
* All faculty members are expected to engage in scholarly or creative activity or research, in continuing preparation and study, in contributing to student growth and development, and in providing service to the university and community (See Article 22 and Appendix G of the IFO Master Agreement).
* This position will advise undergraduate majors.
* The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in Statistics for Psychology, Research Methods, and Advanced Statistics.
* The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching graduate courses in Advanced Statistics.
Required Qualifications
* Doctorate or terminal degree in Psychology or related field. (If ABD, degree must be conferred on an official transcript by May 31, 2024, and received in Human Resources by June 30, 2024.)
* Evidence of teaching success at college level.
* Demonstrated ability to serve a diverse population and apply an equity lens to this position including social justice and/or anti-racism.
Preferred Qualifications
* Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
* Demonstrated effective written, oral communication and/or presentation skills.
* Area of specialization in quantitative or experimental psychology.
* Demonstrated preparation to teach, advise, and support a wide variety of students.
* Evidence of teaching success at the college level in statistics and research methods.
* Demonstrated ability to teach using technology in the classroom and/or online course delivery.
* Demonstrated ability to work with faculty and staff in a collegial and cooperative manner.
* Demonstrate potential for research, creativity or scholarly activity.
* Have or potential to involve undergraduate and/or graduate students in research or creative activity.
Other Requirements
Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.
About
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The College of Humanities and Social Sciences is committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive communities. We encourage our students to be bold in their pursuit of learning and we aspire to provide them with transformative experiences that will enable them to better understand the people and cultures of the world and thrive in a diverse, globally connected workplace. We welcome innovative candidates committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive campus that serves all of our students and works to realize their intellectual success and career aspirations. We strive to foster a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment across all of our programs that encourages a culture of faculty research, professional development, and student success.
The psychology department at Minnesota State University, Mankato strives to provide an enriching educational environment for our undergraduate and graduate students and to contribute to the scientific understanding of behavior through research. The department integrates teaching, research and service activities to further the mission of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences and University.
University Demographics
Minnesota State University, Mankato is a member of the Minnesota State system. Minnesota State has established a strategic vision, Equity 2030, which aims to close the educational equity gaps across race and ethnicity, socioeconomic status, ability, and geographic location by the end of the decade at every Minnesota State college and university and to provide an opportunity for all Minnesotans to create a better future for themselves, for their families, and for their communities. The focus of the work includes:
* Enhancing access and student success.
* Providing Minnesota with the talent it needs.
* Anchoring the communities and regions we serve.
Equity 2030 seeks to bridge efforts occurring within divisions and institutions, creating an intentional statewide culture of equity-minded collaboration and resulting in equitable practice embedded throughout our institutions. The full Equity 2030 plan is linked here.
Minnesota State University, Mankato has identified five broad themes as our basis for discussion in developing our next comprehensive strategic plan. The themes are Serving Students and Managing Enrollment, Focusing our Resources, Offering an Exceptional Student Experience, Caring for Health and Well-Being, and Ensuring a Welcoming, Equitable, and Inclusive University. We seek to attract teacher-scholars who will be culturally and academically diverse faculty members, and staff with a demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. Minnesota State University, Mankato, is student-centered and focuses on applied research that expands knowledge; improves learning; and serves the region, state, and nation.
Founded as a Normal School in 1868, Minnesota State University, Mankato is now the second largest university in Minnesota with a tradition of combining big-ideas with real-world thinking to find solutions for pressing problems in the state, region, and global society. Mankato, Minnesota, is a community of nearly 44,500 people, about 85 miles southwest of the twin cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. The University acknowledges the land and the tribal nations upon this land whose work is being accomplished. We acknowledge that we are on Dakota land. We also take the opportunity to recognize that we live, work, and learn in the homeland of the Dakota people, whose language frames our name-Minnesota State University, Mankato.
Serving approximately 17,900 students annually, the University is an applied research institution, with more than 200 academic programs, from bachelor's through doctoral degrees. The University is a diverse and global campus with 18% students of color and 1,175 + international students from 95 countries, cutting-edge information technology solutions and extensive partnerships. With 1,600 faculty and staff, including 700 teaching faculty. The University has additional locations and a growing number of on-line programs to accelerate educational access and opportunity. These locations include partnerships in northern Minnesota's the iron range region. Fast facts about the university can be found here:
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
To apply for this position, please continue the process via this website:
A complete online application will include the following attachments. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee.
* Cover Letter
* Non-Photo Resume/Curriculum Vitae
* Contact Information for three (3) references
* Unofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degree
* A brief (no more than one-page) diversity statement defining diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and describing your views and actions toward advancing DEI including dimensions of social justice and racial equity related to race, gender, ability and culture. How would your views and prior actions regarding diversity, equity and inclusion align with Minnesota State University, Mankato's goals?
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Dr. Karla Lassonde
Psychology
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TTY: or 711
Email:
* Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at:
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Benefits Info
The following link provides a brief overview of benefits available to eligible employees of Minnesota State University.
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Benefits Overview
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number M407M Re-posting Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 08/19/2024 Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date 02/29/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary Accept Applications Yes Posting Contact Lacie Mitchell-Garza Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Minnesota State University, Mankato has a long-standing commitment to diversity and is actively seeking to nurture and enrich its underrepresented communities. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in