Teaching Assistant Professor

Department Psychology and Neuroscience – 319100 Posting Open Date 03/05/2024 Application Deadline Open Until Filled Yes Position Type Permanent Faculty Working Title Teaching Assistant Professor Appointment Type Fixed Term Faculty Vacancy ID FAC0004982 Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Permanent Hours per week 40 FTE 1 Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range Commensurate with experience Proposed Start Date 01/01/2025 Be a Tar Heel!

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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The primary purpose of the Psychology and Neuroscience Department is to provide excellent education, research and service in the field. This goal breaks down into four important components: 1) to teach psychology and neuroscience to undergraduates in a manner that will introduce them vigorously to its broad scope; 2) to offer scientific and professional training to graduate students in the areas of behavioral and integrative neuroscience, clinical, cognitive, developmental, quantitative, and social psychology; 3) to carry out cutting-edge research in these areas, and 4) to provide consulting and administrative support services to the science and profession of psychology as well as to the university, the community, the state, and the nation.

The Department consists of six programs: behavioral and integrative neuroscience; clinical psychology; cognitive psychology; developmental psychology; quantitative psychology, and social psychology. Each program is designed to acquaint the student thoroughly with the theoretical and research content of the specialty and to provide training in the research skills needed to become a competent and creative investigator. In addition, the programs focus on the development of appropriate professional skills.

The Department of Psychology and Neuroscience ranks 2nd in the College in grant funding with over $12 million annually in grant expenditures and approximately $20 million annually in expenditures from all funds. The Department of Psychology and Neuroscience has the largest undergraduate major in the College of Arts and Sciences with approximately 1500 majors, and one of the largest graduate Ph.D. programs with approximately 120 graduate students. The Department is also home to four community clinics which generate fee revenue (Adult Clinic, Anxiety Clinic, Child and Family Clinic, Couples Clinic), known collectively as the UNC Psychology and Neuroscience Community Clinic (the Clinic).

Position Summary

The Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill invites applications for three full-time (9 mos.) fixed-term Teaching Assistant Professors with three-year contracts which are renewable. Teaching faculty in the Department typically teach three courses per semester for a total of six courses each academic year, along with service/administrative responsibilities. Additionally, this position offers excellent career advancement opportunities, including promotion to Teaching Associate Professor and Teaching (Full) Professor.

The Department and its faculty, students, and staff view diversity, equity, and inclusion as central values to our mission and are committed to supporting and promoting diversity in all forms with respect to personnel, research, teaching, service, and departmental climate. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups and welcome all to apply.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a related field and experience teaching in an academic environment.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

We are seeking instructors with a specialty in neuroscience and demonstrated excellence in undergraduate education. We are particularly interested in individuals who are qualified to teach in the following areas: cellular and molecular neuroscience courses including introduction to neuroscience, a neuroscience laboratory course based undergraduate research experience (CURE) in the applicant’s area of expertise, and other key courses in the UNC neuroscience curriculum such as Learning and Sensation & Perception. This position would build upon the existing strengths in teaching and research of our faculty and highlight the technologically-sophisticated nature of the field of neuroscience.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.

Special Instructions

Please submit curriculum vitae/resume, cover letter, teaching philosophy and/or teaching portfolio, course evaluations, and any other supplemental documents. Please also submit email addresses for three (or four) individuals who will provide letters of reference to this electronic submission website. Reference letter writers will receive an email with instructions for submitting letters of recommendation to the recruitment system. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and will continue until the positions are filled.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran. More information about the department can be found at http://psychology.unc.edu/.

Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/275664 Department Contact Name and Title Natalie Nesbitt, HR Specialist Department Contact Telephone or Email nnesbitt@unc.edu Academic Personnel Office Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to facultyrecruitment@unc.edu.

Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status. 

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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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