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Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology Open Area at Union College

Union College Schenectady, NY

Job Description

Union College invites applications for the position of Visiting Assistant Professor of PsychologyOpen Area beginning September 1 2026. Review of applications will begin on 1/2/2026 and continue until the position is filled. Applications received before 1/2/2026 will receive priority consideration.The Department of Psychology at Union College Schenectady New York invites applications for a three-year visiting faculty position at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor. Area of specialization is less important than teaching and research excellence. Ability to teach advise and mentor a diverse population of undergraduates is essential. A PhD in Psychology by the appointment date is required.Our new colleague will offer 2 courses per trimester (a total of 6 courses per academic year) at a variety of levels including content courses in their area of expertise. An ability to teach statistics and/or introductory psychology is a plus. We also welcome a colleague with the ability to contribute to the Colleges General Education curriculum.We expect that our new colleague will establish and maintain a dynamic research program that involves our undergraduate students. The college and department provide outstanding research support including internal funding opportunities for both faculty and student research. Shared departmental resources include eye-tracking and electroencephalography (EEG) equipment. The college also maintains an active Faculty Development Program that provides mentorship and various other forms of support towards growing faculty teaching scholarship and leadership.About the Psychology Department:The Psychology department consists of 14 accomplished scholars at various career stages with diverse research expertise. We teach small courses and work closely with students who are active in our research laboratories. We have ample research facilities institutional support for student research and host a vibrant speaker series that supports research collaborations.The department recognizes the rich possibilities of interdisciplinary studies and currently provides support for the Gender Sexuality and Womens Studies and Neuroscience programs.The department is strongly committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming environment for individuals from a full range of backgroundsperspectives and identities which is central to developing a rigorous and informed education in Psychology and to our mission of preparing students for a globally interconnected world. Our goal is to create and support a diverse environment in which people from varied backgrounds can succeed and thrive.Application instructions:Please submit all application materials as pdf files. Only the materials listed below will be considered.Cover letterCurriculum vitaeStatements of teaching and research interests which should include descriptions of experience commitment and activities toward making classroom and research spaces inclusive for all students and/or how personal approaches to teaching and research can contribute to a diverse communityExample syllabi from courses you have taught (no student evaluations please)Evidence of scholarship including selected peer-reviewed publications.Please direct inquiries to Joshua Hart Chair of the search committee at Applicants invited to the first round of interviews will receive a request for the contact information for three professional references who can speak to their abilities in research teaching and departmental and institutional service.CompensationThe annual salary range for this position is $68500-$70500. Except for roles with a set rate of pay the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors including but not limited to departmental budgets qualifications experience education licenses specialty and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the Colleges good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.Location: Schenectady NYWe offer exceptional benefits including:Healthcare Dental and Vision Insurance(Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness ProgramsEmployee Scholarships toward Certifications Seminars Training and Professional DevelopmentPre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement PlanSalary Continuation Program in the event of DisabilityTuition programsBackground Checks: In accordance with our background check policy finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education employment and criminal convictions.E-Verify Participation:Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar). Key Skills Active Directory,C++,HSE,Human Resources Administration,HR Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 68500 - 70500

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