"Instructor, Psychology"

Job Description

Instructor, Psychology Wright State University EEO Statement: Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer. Faculty Rank or Job Title: Instructor, Psychology Job Category: Faculty/Instructional Department: Psychology EEO number: 26Y042 Position FTE: 100% Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate: Negotiable Salary Band: NA Job Summary/Basic Function Provide up-to-date undergraduate course content, mentoring for students interesting in pursuing mental health careers, and guidance in pursuing internships or UG research experiences. Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. or PsyD in Psychology or related discipline , prior experience teaching psychology courses. ABD candidates will be considered, but must have Ph.D. Or PsyD by the start date or the offer will be withdrawn. Preferred Qualifications Ph.D. in psychology, particularly subfields related to clinical or developmental psychology, experience with delivering and/or developing high engagement class structures and developing/delivering online classes. Essential Functions and percent of time 80% Instruction of courses: May include evening and/or online courses. 20% Service: Includes serving on a departmental, college, or university committee (e.g., relating to petitions, curriculum, student conduct), attending student events (e.g., Psi Chi/Psych Club, other student groups), and/or other student interactions outside the classroom (e.g., talking with students about research/practicum opportunities on/off campus, grad school, career preparation, student success strategies). Teaching load will be 10 course sections per academic year with releases to perform specific essential administrative functions as defined by the chair. Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd) Non-Essential Functions and percent of time Working Conditions Office / Classroom TypicalSpecial contract terms and conditions of employment apply.To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University before making an employment offer conduct various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees. Special Instructions to Applicants Please include Prior Teaching Assessments and a summary of your teaching philosophy in your submission of documents. Applicants will be expected to teach a 45 minute colloquium as part of the interview process on a Psychology topic of their choice. First Consideration Date: 10/13/2025 Closing Date: Open Until Filled: Yes To apply, please visit: https://jobs.wright.edu/postings/21473