Assistant Professor of Psychology

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Kansas City, MO

Position Summary

The Avila University School of Psychology in the College of Arts and Sciences, guided by our mission of excellence in teaching and learning, and dedicated to the service to the Dear Neighbor, is actively seeking a full-time Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Psychology that can teach in the undergraduate and graduate (Masters of Science in Counseling Psychology) programs.

Responsibilities:

  • Teach a minimum of 12 credit hours each Fall and Spring semester.
  • Teaching and instruction: at least two graduate courses per semester (e.g., orientation to counseling, counseling theories, practicum/internship), with additional teaching responsibilities in the undergraduate program (e.g., orientation to the major, practicum courses, senior seminar, general psychology).
  • Curriculum and Program Development: Contribute to the design and enhancement of the psychology curriculum at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
  • Student Support and Mentorship: Provide guidance, training, and support to students, including mentorship on academic matters, career paths, and research opportunities. Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment conducive to students’ intellectual growth and critical thinking.
  • Provide service to the program, school, college, university and community.
  • Deliver content using effective methods that are appropriate to students with differing abilities, levels of preparation, and cultural experience.
  • Use Canvas Learning Management System as part of course delivery.
  • Perform other duties as needed related to assigned courses.
  • Work collaboratively with School colleagues, the Chair of Psychology, and faculty at Avila University to improve programming, culture, teaching, and access to education.
  • Engage in scholarly and professional activities.

Qualifications:

  • The candidate must hold a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology or a related field and have some experience teaching in higher education.
  • Licensed or license eligible in Missouri or Kansas (e.g., licensed psychologist, licensed professional counselor).
  • Successful candidates should highlight their experience and be committed to contributing to a climate that supports a diverse student body, serves first-generation college students, and contributes to equity and social justice through teaching, committee work, and/or scholarship.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Successful candidates should be committed to contributing to a climate that supports a diverse student body, serves first-generation college students, multilingual learners, and contributions to equity and social justice through their work.

Benefits: This is a full-time position, eligible for the usual and customary benefits. Avila University’s comprehensive benefit package includes a generous holiday schedule, tuition remission for employee and dependents, vacation and sick leave, retirement benefits and health insurance.

The Community: Kansas City, a two-state metropolitan area with a population of nearly two million, offers a wide variety of cultural, educational and social life opportunities. Avila University, a Catholic university founded and inspired by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, provides undergraduate and graduate education in the liberal arts and professional studies, preparing lifelong learners who make meaningful contributions to the global community.

Additional Employment Information: Avila University is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of, sex, race, religion, age, color, sexual orientation, disability, national or ethnic origin, marital status, veteran’s status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

You must be at least 18 years of age to be employed by Avila University.

All new employees will be required to complete an “Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9)” and produce requested documentation after employment.

In compliance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, the university’s annual security and crime statistics report is available at https://www.avila.edu/campus-resources/campus-safety. A copy of this report is available upon request from the Campus Safety Office in the Whitfield building any weekday between 8am and 5pm.

Avila University requires the successful completion of a background check as a condition of employment.

Avila University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, tenure, disability or any other factors that cannot be lawfully considered in its programs and activities as required by all applicable laws and regulations.

How to apply

Please attach the following documents tand upload as a single PDF: a cover letter, a 2-3 page statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial graduate transcripts, and any relevant supplemental documents (e.g., recent publications, student teaching evaluations). Upload your CV separately in the “Resume” option when submitting application. Review of applications begins October 1st and will continue until the position is filled