Chairperson of the Department of Psychological Science
- Employer
- Ball State University
- Location
- Indiana, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Nov 4, 2020
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Social & Behavioral Sciences, Psychology
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Job Details
Posting Details
Position Title
Chairperson of the Department of Psychological Science
Additional Information
The Department of Psychological Science at Ball State University invites tenured applicants for a senior faculty position. The occupant will also serve as Department Chairperson for a 3-year term (renewable) beginning July 2021. The successful candidate will possess administrative experience and demonstrate commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, to effective undergraduate and graduate teaching, to a well-established research agenda, and to academic service.
As Department Chairperson, the candidate will provide leadership to a department with 24 full-time tenured, tenure track, and contract faculty members. Teaching assignments may include introductory courses as well as upper division courses.
Benefits and Community
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/benefits-and-community/professional-staff
Relocation
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/working-at-ball-state/relocation
FLSA
Administrative Exemption
Hrs/Week
40
Length of Assignment
Fiscal Year - FT Continuing Contract
Position Function
Provide administrative and faculty leadership for the department and its reporting units, teach courses in general and expertise-specific areas of the discipline as negotiated with the Dean, conduct research and publish in areas of specialization; provide an example of engagement through academic, professional, and public service.
Minimum Education
Ph.D. in Psychology or closely related field from an accredited institution.
Minimum Experience
Five years of tenure line teaching experience in a psychology program or closely related field; demonstrated record of research and publication in any area of psychology; and have earned tenure.
Minimum Other
Authorization to work in the US
Employer will consider sponsorship.
Preferred Education
Preferred Experience
Ten or more years of teaching experience in an undergraduate and/or graduate psychology program; demonstrated administrative experience at the department level; substantial record of research and publication in own area(s) of specialization; demonstrated excellence in teaching.
Preferred Other
Demonstrated record of research and publication in any area of psychology adequate for appointment as an associate or full professor; teaching experience at both undergraduate and graduate levels in a psychology program; commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment; demonstrated record of application for external funding to support research and/or education and training in psychology; and record of service at university, community, and/or professional levels.
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
Administrative Coordinator; all faculty.
Required Certifications
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
EEO /AA Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
About Ball State University
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. Ball State aspires to be the model of the most student-centered and community-engaged of the 21st century public research universities, transforming entrepreneurial learners into impactful leaders – committed to improving the quality of life for all.
Department
CSH Deans Office:700010
Department Information
Department Email or Phone Number
lnlittleford@bsu.edu
Duties & Responsibilities
Ranking
1
Job Duty
Effectively represent the department and its faculty to the college and university.
Ranking
2
Job Duty
Plan strategically with the members of the department for the department’s future development.
Ranking
3
Job Duty
Continually assess progress toward department goals.
Ranking
4
Job Duty
Manage department budget.
Ranking
5
Job Duty
Plan and allocate department resources.
Ranking
6
Job Duty
Plan curricula with faculty.
Ranking
7
Job Duty
Assign teaching loads.
Ranking
8
Job Duty
Ensure adequate student advising.
Ranking
9
Job Duty
Address student concerns.
Ranking
10
Job Duty
Manage departmental office and personnel.
Ranking
11
Job Duty
Provide leadership and support to the faculty in their teaching.
Ranking
12
Job Duty
Conduct research and participate in service endeavors.
Ranking
13
Job Duty
Willingly engage external constituents (e.g., alumni, friends, etc.) in support of the mission of the department, the college and the university.
Ranking
14
Job Duty
Assign and review work, orient and train staff, and make recommendations in all areas related to supervision, including but not limited to interviewing and selection, compensation, discipline, performance appraisal, and training and career development of personnel.
Ranking
15
Job Duty
Supervise research projects of undergraduate and graduate students.
Ranking
16
Job Duty
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Posting Number
202000649P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
07/01/2021
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
11/04/2020
Applications Accepted Through Date
01/04/2021
Open Until Filled
No
Information regarding transcripts
Special Instructions Summary
The Department of Psychological Science requests that you submit a Personal Leadership statement and Diversity statement as part of your required Applicant Documents.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Position Title
Chairperson of the Department of Psychological Science
Additional Information
The Department of Psychological Science at Ball State University invites tenured applicants for a senior faculty position. The occupant will also serve as Department Chairperson for a 3-year term (renewable) beginning July 2021. The successful candidate will possess administrative experience and demonstrate commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, to effective undergraduate and graduate teaching, to a well-established research agenda, and to academic service.
As Department Chairperson, the candidate will provide leadership to a department with 24 full-time tenured, tenure track, and contract faculty members. Teaching assignments may include introductory courses as well as upper division courses.
Benefits and Community
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/benefits-and-community/professional-staff
Relocation
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/working-at-ball-state/relocation
FLSA
Administrative Exemption
Hrs/Week
40
Length of Assignment
Fiscal Year - FT Continuing Contract
Position Function
Provide administrative and faculty leadership for the department and its reporting units, teach courses in general and expertise-specific areas of the discipline as negotiated with the Dean, conduct research and publish in areas of specialization; provide an example of engagement through academic, professional, and public service.
Minimum Education
Ph.D. in Psychology or closely related field from an accredited institution.
Minimum Experience
Five years of tenure line teaching experience in a psychology program or closely related field; demonstrated record of research and publication in any area of psychology; and have earned tenure.
Minimum Other
Authorization to work in the US
Employer will consider sponsorship.
Preferred Education
Preferred Experience
Ten or more years of teaching experience in an undergraduate and/or graduate psychology program; demonstrated administrative experience at the department level; substantial record of research and publication in own area(s) of specialization; demonstrated excellence in teaching.
Preferred Other
Demonstrated record of research and publication in any area of psychology adequate for appointment as an associate or full professor; teaching experience at both undergraduate and graduate levels in a psychology program; commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment; demonstrated record of application for external funding to support research and/or education and training in psychology; and record of service at university, community, and/or professional levels.
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
Administrative Coordinator; all faculty.
Required Certifications
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
EEO /AA Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
About Ball State University
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. Ball State aspires to be the model of the most student-centered and community-engaged of the 21st century public research universities, transforming entrepreneurial learners into impactful leaders – committed to improving the quality of life for all.
Department
CSH Deans Office:700010
Department Information
Department Email or Phone Number
lnlittleford@bsu.edu
Duties & Responsibilities
Ranking
1
Job Duty
Effectively represent the department and its faculty to the college and university.
Ranking
2
Job Duty
Plan strategically with the members of the department for the department’s future development.
Ranking
3
Job Duty
Continually assess progress toward department goals.
Ranking
4
Job Duty
Manage department budget.
Ranking
5
Job Duty
Plan and allocate department resources.
Ranking
6
Job Duty
Plan curricula with faculty.
Ranking
7
Job Duty
Assign teaching loads.
Ranking
8
Job Duty
Ensure adequate student advising.
Ranking
9
Job Duty
Address student concerns.
Ranking
10
Job Duty
Manage departmental office and personnel.
Ranking
11
Job Duty
Provide leadership and support to the faculty in their teaching.
Ranking
12
Job Duty
Conduct research and participate in service endeavors.
Ranking
13
Job Duty
Willingly engage external constituents (e.g., alumni, friends, etc.) in support of the mission of the department, the college and the university.
Ranking
14
Job Duty
Assign and review work, orient and train staff, and make recommendations in all areas related to supervision, including but not limited to interviewing and selection, compensation, discipline, performance appraisal, and training and career development of personnel.
Ranking
15
Job Duty
Supervise research projects of undergraduate and graduate students.
Ranking
16
Job Duty
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Posting Number
202000649P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
07/01/2021
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
11/04/2020
Applications Accepted Through Date
01/04/2021
Open Until Filled
No
Information regarding transcripts
Special Instructions Summary
The Department of Psychological Science requests that you submit a Personal Leadership statement and Diversity statement as part of your required Applicant Documents.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Diversity Statement
- Leadership Statement
Company
Founded in 1918 in Muncie, Indiana, the public research university has grown to more than 22500 students
Spirited and motivated, we learn, grow, and take flight. Our faculty and staff—everyone in our community—embrace students as learning partners from day one. In classrooms and labs, in immersive learning projects, on the sports fields—with creativity and determination—Cardinals Fly. We are grounded in our values, lifted by our knowledge, and go confidently upward toward ever greater opportunities. Ours is a simple promise: to challenge each other to excel. And with Beneficence as our guide—We Fly.
We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. We are excited that you want to join us in these endeavors!
The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay.
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