Assistant/Associate Professor of Psychology, Portland, OR and Longview, WA

Duties: Teach assigned courses preparing students for careers in psychology, counseling, social work, and human development. Articulate and model current best practices in teaching, especially related to first generation University students. Advise and mentor students in psychology majors. Develop and review curriculum for courses in psychology, and related areas, including potential online curricula. Develop and implement assessment tools for psychology majors. Keep abreast of current developments in the field of psychology and related areas. Work collegially with faculty, staff, and students. Understand and promote the mission, values, and core themes of Warner Pacific University. Exhibit excellent communication skills in all interactions with faculty, staff, and students. Contribute to the support and implementation of the University Strategic Plan. Continue professional growth, including participation in the professional development opportunities provided by the institution. Adhere to university policies and procedures. Demonstrate a commitment to a Christ-centered liberal arts education by upholding the mission of the university and abiding by the Employment Standards and Lifestyle Agreement. Exhibit commitment to inclusiveness and sensitivity in areas of national origin, ethnicity, culture, gender, and disabilities.

Requirements: a Master’s degree or the equivalent in Psychology, Human Development, or a related field, combined with at least 1 year of experience as a Primary Classroom Instructor at a university level (experience gained during post graduate studies is acceptable), including the following:
 

• 1 year of experience working with diverse populations
• 1 year of experience teaching at a university level in the areas of psychology and/or human development
• A record of research or publication in a specialty area related to psychology and/or human development, as evidenced by one or more of the following:
  • Completed graduate thesis/dissertation in specialty subject area related to psychology and/or human development (listed on CV), and/or
  • Publication of articles/essays in a specialty area related to psychology and/or human development in an academic journal (listed on CV), and/or
  • Presentation/Paper delivered at a professional conference in a specialty area related to psychology and/or human development (listed on CV)

Must pass pre-employment criminal background check.

All education, training, and experience may be gained concurrently.  Applicants must be U.S. workers (includes U.S. citizens, permanent residents, foreign nationals granted temporary residence under one of the 1986 legalization programs, refugees, and asylees).  Interested candidates should apply online at https://warnerpacific.catsone.com/careers/ by selecting the Assistant/Associate Professor of Psychology position and following the “Apply Now” steps to submit cover letter and resume, complete application.