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Closing Date: 11/29/2023
The Department of Behavioral Science at Utah Valley University invites applications for an Assistant Professor (tenure-track) in psychology. The successful candidate will be able to teach at least two of the following courses (Cognitive Psychology, Research Methods for Psychology, Principles of Learning, or Sensation & Perception). Candidates should demonstrate a capacity to do research and continue research at UVU in ways that meaningfully include undergraduates.
The preferred candidate will also be able to teach in multiple modalities (face-to-face, online, livestream) and develop courses in topics such as (but not limited to) human factors, psycholinguistics, learning & memory, consciousness, problem solving, or attention. An ideal candidate should be committed to student success and learning, engage in professional development around pedagogy to develop their teaching, and be able to teach multiple class sizes effectively at an open enrollment institution.
Given recent department and university initiatives, we are especially interested in candidates who integrate concepts or methods related to equity, inclusion, and diversity in their teaching. We seek candidates who demonstrate the ability to work respectfully with students from diverse backgrounds, including those who are first generation, economically disadvantaged, and with varied educational, racial, ethnic, gender, and sexuality identities, both in teaching and mentorship roles.
Requirements
Ph.D. in psychology or related field by position start date from an accredited institution. Position is located in Utah and requires candidates to establish residency in Utah upon hire. We seek colleagues with a history of demonstrating respect for students and colleagues both inside and outside the classroom.
Submit (1) a cover letter that outlines how the candidate meets the job requirements (2) a vita, (3) unofficial transcripts, (4) a teaching statement, and (5) a research statement, and (6) if available, evidence of teaching effectiveness (syllabi, key assignments, student evaluations, observations, or other evidence related to teaching). References will be solicited at a later point in the hiring process.
About UVU
UVU provides accessible, equitable, and unique learning experiences and resources for students of all backgrounds, including those historically underrepresented in higher education. Our psychology program consists of nearly 2,000 undergraduate students and values diverse perspectives and aims to teach students to demonstrate a critical understanding of the impact of societal inequality and oppression on psychological processes. The psychology faculty is composed of collaborative academics who mentor many undergraduate majors in their scholarly activities. Workload expectations are teaching (80%), research (10%), and service (10%).
Utah Valley University and the psychology area are committed to cultural diversity in its people and programs. Our mission is inclusion-based and upheld by our university diversity, equity, and inclusion committee. In fact, our efforts were recognized with the Outstanding Member Institution award by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities. We have multiple groups on campus that provide resources and programming for faculty, staff, and students around affinity, cultural, and ethnic groups. We encourage the applications of individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups in academia.
UVU is a rapidly growing regional university of more than 40,000 students and is located in Orem, Utah—about 40 miles south of Salt Lake City. UVU is also near Utah’s emerging cluster of tech companies and start-ups, the Silicon Slopes, which include notable companies such as Adobe, Cisco, Facebook, and more. Central Utah boasts fine restaurants and cultural events and access to world-class ski resorts, hiking, fishing, biking and other outdoor activities. In addition, UVU is less than an hour from the Sundance Film Festival. Nearby world-renowned National Parks and recreation areas include Canyonlands, Arches, Zion, Bryce Canyon, the Wasatch Mountain range, the Uinta mountains and wilderness area--all within 1 to 4 hour drives. Grand Canyon National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Yosemite National Park, Lake Tahoe, San Francisco, Denver, and Las Vegas are all within a day's drive. Nearby ski resorts include Alta, Brighton, Deer Valley, Park City, Snowbird, Solitude, and Sundance.
If you have questions about the position, please contact:
Acacia Overono, Ph.D.
Search Committee Chair
Point of contact for search-related questions
email: acacia.overono@uvu.edu
Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. in psychology or related field by position start date from an accredited institution. Position is located in Utah and requires candidates to establish residency in Utah upon hire. We seek colleagues with a history of demonstrating respect for students and colleagues both inside and outside the classroom.
Submit (1) a cover letter that outlines how the candidate meets the job requirements (2) curriculum vitae, (3) unofficial transcripts, (4) a teaching statement, and (5) a research statement, and (6) if available, evidence of teaching effectiveness (syllabi, key assignments, student evaluations, observations, or other evidence related to teaching). References will be solicited at a later point in the hiring process.
EEO Statement:
UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant’s qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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