Assistant Professor - Psychology

Assistant Professor - Psychology Full-time

Angola, Indiana

Summary

The Department of Psychology invites applications for a full-time assistant professor position on campus in Angola, Indiana. We are seeking a candidate who is committed to undergraduate instruction -- flexible, creative, and energetic with a strong desire to see students succeed. Candidates with a background in any area of psychology are urged to apply. Experience in cognitive and behavioral research preferred. Trine University does not offer tenure, but contracts are renewed annually, and faculty retention is outstanding.

Essential Duties and  Responsibilities 

• Teach a broad range of undergraduate courses in psychology.
• Advise students majoring in psychology.
• Provide service to the University by serving on committees, advising student groups, and assisting with departmental initiatives, etc.
• Work with the department chair and faculty on program assessment, course and program development, and student recruitment.

Education and/or Experience

The ideal candidate will have expertise in and the ability to teach a variety of undergraduate courses in the field of psychology.  A doctoral degree in psychology is preferred.  Candidates with master’s degrees will also be considered.

Outstanding Benefits Trine University offers a comprehensive benefit package designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Some benefits offered include:

Health – medical, dental, vision, flex spending, HSA accounts

Life Insurance – a variety of voluntary life options are available along with an employer paid employee life policy valued at 1½ times annual salary

Financial Insurance – employer paid Long Term Disability and voluntary Short-Term Disability, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness options are available

Paid vacation and sick time

Retirement – after one year of full-time service you are eligible for an employer contribution of 5% and up to an additional 5% employer match

Education – after 6 months of full-time service, undergraduate education benefits are available for employee, spouse, and dependent children  

Salary

Rank and salary will be based on qualifications.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.