"Assistant Professor of Psychology (Tenure Track)"

Title Assistant Professor of Psychology (Tenure Track)

Campus Stockton

Department Department of Psychology

Posting Number F00893

Full or Part Time Full Time

Open Date 08/02/2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Days Per Week

Weeks Per Year

Position Description

Primary Purpose and Essential Functions

The Department of Psychology in the College of the Pacific at the University of the Pacific invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning August 2025. The Department specializes in Health-Related and Applied areas of Psychology and is looking for faculty whose expertise will both complement and expand those of current faculty. We are especially interested in candidates with demonstrated expertise in the conceptual and experimental (basic or applied) foundations of behavior analysis. Potential applied specialty areas include, but are not restricted to, health and wellness, public health, aging, organizational behavior management, behavior therapies, education, developmental/intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, and severe problem behavior.

The primary responsibilities include: Teaching four courses per academic year; mentoring and advising undergraduate and graduate students; engaging in scholarly activity; publishing in academic and professional journals and presenting at academic and professional conferences; and serving on departmental, college, and University committees.

The successful candidate will teach courses within general education, including introduction to psychology and the College’s first-year seminar program, as well as research methods and upper-division lab courses within their area of expertise. Our faculty are dedicated teachers, mentors, and advisors who develop innovative pedagogies to enhance student learning in addition to engaging actively in scholarship and service. We are excited to welcome new colleagues who are eager to be part of our vibrant academic community and to contribute to the College’s growth and development.

The Department of Psychology consists of eight full-time faculty that provide coursework in theoretical and research foundations of psychology, with intensive student involvement in research and applied experiences. Psychology is one of the largest majors in the University, with close to 200 undergraduate majors. The Department also houses a master’s degree program focused on Behavior Analysis and on doctoral preparation for Ph.D. programs in behavioral clinical psychology and behavior analysis. The graduate course sequence is verified by the Association for Behavior Analysis, International. Candidates would be expected to contribute to both the graduate and undergraduate programs.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

Review of applications will begin September 9, 2024.

Minimum Qualifications

A doctorate by August 2025 in behavior analysis or a closely related field with an emphasis on behavior analysis, evidence of scholarly productivity, and experience teaching at the college level as the instructor of record.

Teaching experience and evidence of scholarly productivity are required.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with one or more of the following:

Board Certification in Behavior Analysis (BCBA or BCBA-D) is preferred but not required.

Record of teaching multiple college courses teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate level

Record of scholarship that demonstrates ability to conduct independent research that will meaningfully contribute to the field of behavior analysis.

Experience with mentoring and supervising graduate and/or undergraduate students in research and applied settings

Board Certification in Behavior Analysis (BCBA or BCBA-D)

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment/Work Week/Travel 

Work schedule is dependent on Department need.

Hiring Range $72,000 - $74,000. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Special Instructions

For more information about the department, visit:

https://liberalarts.pacific.edu/liberalarts/academics/departments-and-programs/psychology/psychology-program.

Reference Letter Information

Are Applicants Required to Submit References for This Posting? Yes

Minimum Number of References 2

Maximum Number of References 3

Background Check Statement

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AA/EEO Policy Statement

University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.

Required Documents

Curriculum Vitae

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Teaching Philosophy

Other Document