Assistant Teaching Professor – Psychology

Assistant Teaching Professor in Psychology

Non-Tenure-Track

Derner School of Psychology

Adelphi University

JOB SUMMARY:

The Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology seeks to enhance its roster of faculty through the addition of an Assistant Teaching Professor. The position is a non-tenure-track, three-year renewable appointment with opportunities for advancement to the ranks of Associate and Full Teaching Professor. Specialty is open, but applicants will be expected to teach sections of Psychological Statistics and Research Methods at the undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as other foundational courses in line with the applicant’s expertise. Applicants must have a PhD in psychology or a related field and will begin teaching in Fall 2025. We are seeking candidates who have a strong commitment to teaching students from diverse cultural backgrounds. 

SALARY INFORMATION:

In compliance with New York’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $80,000 – $82,000. Adelphi University considers factors such as departmental budgets, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. An annual base salary higher than the range may be warranted in circumstances where a candidate has demonstrable equivalent prior higher education experience at another University.

Adelphi University provides a comprehensive benefit package for faculty and staff employees. For a list of benefits provided to employees, please click here.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Candidates will be expected to teach 24 credits (approximately 6-8 courses) a year across the undergraduate and graduate programs including but not limited to psychological statistics, research methods, and other foundational courses in line with his/her area of expertise and department needs. Advising and mentoring of students may be required, in addition to service to the Derner School of Psychology and Adelphi University, more broadly, as determined by the Dean.

2. This position will contribute primarily to our undergraduate and MA programs, but there may also be opportunities to teach in the doctoral program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Candidates with a strong background in psychology, statistics, and research methods will be considered.

2. Priority will be given to candidates with teaching experience in the following areas: statistics, research methods. However, candidates with expertise in other areas are also encouraged to apply.

3. Priority will be given to candidates with experience teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

4. Experience teaching students with diverse cultural backgrounds.

APPLICATION:

1. Applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a statement that includes their teaching philosophy, as well as past teaching achievements and future teaching goals, teaching evaluation forms (from undergraduate and graduate level courses, if available), and three letters of recommendation. Please have letters sent to [email protected].

2. Applications will start being reviewed on November 15 on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Questions about the position should be forwarded to the search chairs, Dr. George [email protected] or Dr. Marini ([email protected]).

3. To be considered, applications must be submitted through the Adelphi website at https://www.adelphi.edu/hr/open-positions/

ABOUT ADELPHI:

Adelphi University, New York, is a highly awarded, nationally ranked, powerfully connected doctoral research and teaching university dedicated to transforming students’ lives through small classes with world-class faculty, hands-on learning and innovative ways to support academic and career success. Adelphi offers exceptional liberal arts and sciences programs and professional training, with particular strength in our Core Four—Arts and Humanities, STEM and Social Sciences, the Business and Education Professions, and Health and Wellness. Recognized as a Best College by U.S. News & World Report, Adelphi is Long Island’s oldest private coeducational university, serving more than 8,100 students at its beautiful main campus in Garden City, at learning hubs in Manhattan, the Hudson Valley and Suffolk County, and online. The University offers students more than 50 undergraduate majors and 70 graduate programs in the liberal arts, the sciences and professional training. With powerful partnerships throughout the New York area, more than 115,000 graduates across the country, a growing enrollment of students from 41 states and 58 countries, and rising rankings from top publications and organizations, Adelphi is a dynamic community that plays a leadership role on Long Island and in the region.

ABOUT THE GORDON F. DERNER SCHOOL OF PSYCHOLOGY:

The Gordon F Derner School of Psychology is committed to having a diverse and inclusive faculty and thus especially invites applications from women, minorities, and historically disadvantaged groups. We are committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. For further information about the Derner School of Psychology which includes an APA approved PhD in Clinical Psychology, a School Psychology PsyD, and MA programs in General Psychology, School Psychology, and Mental Health Counseling, and post-graduate programs as well as one of the largest undergraduate majors at Adelphi, please click here: https://derner.adelphi.edu. 

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