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Open Rank Faculty, Psychology (Tenure-Track)
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Position Number: 5786133
Location: Athens, AL
Position Type: Liberal Arts - Psychology

Open Rank Faculty, Psychology (Tenure-Track) Closing Date:

Job Duties:

POSITION SUMMARY:
The College of Arts and Sciences (COAS) at Athens State University invites applications for Open Rank Psychology Faculty (tenure eligible). The position requires teaching effectiveness, scholarship, institutional service, professional and community service. During the 9-month contract of employment, faculty members are expected to be available to assist and work with students and respond to unit, departmental, college, and institutional needs.

In addition to adhering to the general faculty guidelines, as specified by Athens State University, the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, and the Provost/VPAA, duties include:

DUTIES:
Teaching a variety of upper-level Psychology courses in various formats including quality distance learning courses.

Working with a range of students to assist them in reaching goals and learning outcomes.

Professional development and/or scholarship appropriate for a teaching institution to maintain currency in disciplinary field.

Maintaining office hours and advising students.

Serving on committees and assessment efforts as needed.

Assuming any other professional duties and responsibilities as assigned by administrative personnel.

Required Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
An earned Ph.D. in Psychology from a regionally accredited institution.

Experience teaching at the baccalaureate level or higher.

Ideal candidate will be qualified to teach a variety of courses that may include Social Psychology, History and Systems of Psychology, Gender and Multicultural Studies, and Child Psychology.

QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED:
The ideal candidate should also have experience and be ready to work with student research, directed study, and related student activities.

The search committee is especially interested in candidates who, through their research, teaching and/or service, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

Salary Schedule:

RANK & SALARY: Salary Band: AS70/AO20/PR40

To view salary schedules, visit: https://www.athens.edu/about/offices/human- resources/salary-schedule-tables/

Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Unofficial transcripts should be from the college or university which verifies minimum qualifications for the position. Upon an offer of employment, official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended must be submitted. Continued employment is contingent upon receipt of transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Please provide contact information for three professional references on your application. Include correct email addresses if available.

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://jobs.athens.edu/postings/search

About Athens State University
Located in historic Athens, Alabama, Athens State University offers junior and senior-level coursework to community college graduates and transfer students holding sufficient credits from other institutions. Presently, over 3,100 students have selected Athens State because of its neighborly environment where 50 majors and degree programs are offered, with courses taught by a supportive and exceptional faculty. Approximately 80% of the students are enrolled in at least one online course. The typical student is a working adult who commutes. Recently, the University was featured in the 2015 Best Value Online College Rankings by OnlineU.org for four online programs including computer science, accounting, education and human resources. The University offers undergraduate degree programs in Liberal Arts, Teacher Preparation, and Business. The University employs more than 350 full and part-time employees with approximately 90 full-time faculty members in three colleges: College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, and College of Education. Seventy-five percent of the full-time faculty members hold a terminal degree. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Athens, Alabama is located in north Alabama equidistant between Nashville, TN and Birmingham, AL. Athens is home to several events and festivals that have been featured as the Southeast Tourism Societys "Top 20 Events in the Southeast" including the Athens Storytelling Festival and the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention.

In accordance with Athens State University Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from that criminal background check.

Non-Discrimination Policy Statement Athens State University, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. Athens State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, religion, genetic information, or veteran status in employment, or admissions to or participation in educational programs and activities. Inquiries or concerns may be addressed to the Office of the Vice President of Enrollment and Student Support Services, 300 N. Beaty St., Athens, AL 35611, 256- 233-8175.