Assistant Professor Of Psychology

The College of Health, Arts, and Sciences at Oregon Tech is seeking applications for an Assistant Professor of Psychology position in the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS).
This position is based on the Klamath Falls campus and teaches a variety of undergraduate courses in our BS in Applied Psychology program. Depending on need, the percentage of teaching responsibility will be flexibly split between our Klamath Falls (.50) and Online (.50) programs. Potential courses include Social Psychology, Human Development, Career and Field Preparation, Capstone, Abnormal Psychology, Basic Counseling, and/or Introductory Psychology; as well as courses in the candidate’s area of expertise.
The Applied Psychology program is housed within Oregon Tech’s Humanities and Social Sciences department – a collegial environment who encourages interdisciplinary collaboration. The successful candidate will support our online and Klamath Falls programs through teaching, academic advising, program assessment, and engagement in student activities including applied research projects.
Applied research and excellence in instruction are expected of tenure track faculty at Oregon Tech. Service to the department, institution, and community are also highly valued.
Qualified candidates will have a doctoral degree in Psychology or related field from an accredited college or university. Qualified candidates should demonstrate the ability to teach a broad range of classes which support Oregon Tech’s current curriculum both on campus and online.
Doctorate in Psychology (PhD or PsyD) required. While ABD candidates will be considered, successful degree completion prior to January 1, 2025 is required for reappointment.

Departmental Information:

The Humanities and Social Sciences department at Oregon Tech, a public polytechnic university, offers undergraduate degrees in Applied Psychology and Population Health Management, minors in ALPs, Medical Sociology, and Psychology, undergraduate and graduate ABA course sequences, Master’s degrees in Applied Behavior Analysis and Marriage and Family Therapy, and a diverse collection of courses in support of Oregon Tech’s general education mission. All our programs work closely with community partners to provide applied learning experiences for our students. We are committed to our role in enabling students to develop intellectual curiosity, critical thinking skills, global knowledge, and ethical and cultural awareness.
Learn more about the department here: https://www.oit.edu/academics/health-arts-sciences/humanities-social-sciences.
 

Qualification Requirements:

• Doctorate (PhD or PsyD)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching online and on campus in Higher Education
   

Special Instructions to Applicant:
Initial review of applications will begin on January 31, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted after the initial review date until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. Therefore, at the discretion of the University, materials received after the initial review date may not receive full consideration.
To apply, visit: https://jobs.oit.edu/postings/6196

Then, upload the following elements to your application:
Required Documents

• Cover Letter, indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
• Curriculum Vitae, a comprehensive statement of your educational background, teaching, and research experience.
• Teaching Philosophy, a statement regarding your teaching philosophy.
• Portfolio, provide recent teaching evaluations.
• Other Document, provide a statement of your views/practices on diversity in education.
• Statement of Research Interests, a statement of your scholarly interests and accomplishments.

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Professional References List
• Transcripts (unofficial)

AA/EEO Statement:
Oregon Tech is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring, or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion or creed, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis in law.
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Oregon Tech proudly offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees; to learn more about the comprehensive offering of benefits visit: https://www.oit.edu/human-resources/benefits