Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor of Psychology (specialization in Developmental Psychology)

Overview

Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor of Psychology (specialization in Developmental Psychology)

Main Campus – Boston, MA
R10491

Simmons University – JOB POSTING

Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor of Psychology (specialization in Developmental Psychology)

Located in Boston's historic Fenway area, Simmons University has a strong tradition of empowering women and of challenging traditional gender roles. Simmons University was one of the first higher education institutions to focus on preparing women to become leaders and has evolved to become a university offering a women-centered undergraduate program, with graduate programs open to all. Simmons University strives for inclusive excellence in all aspects of an individual's community experience: One of our strategic goals is to become the most inclusive campus in New England. As a University committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we seek candidates with a demonstrated ability to work with students across a broad range of social and personal identities and perspectives. We particularly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups.

The Psychology Department at Simmons is a vibrant and collegial department, offering popular undergraduate majors in Psychology and Neuroscience & Behavior (interdisciplinary program with Biology), as well as an online program in Applied Psychology. Our department is housed in a newly renovated science center, with state-of-the-art teaching and research spaces.

The Department of Psychology is housed in the School of Sciences and Health Professions (SSHP) which was launched in July, 2024. SSHP is a collegial and supportive community of teachers and scholars within a uniquely multidisciplinary School. Simmons faculty and staff are truly committed to our mission of empowering students to navigate, innovate, advocate, and collaborate in the rapidly changing and diverse fields of science and the health professions. SSHP's vision is to actualize our knowledge of the sciences and health professions to lead with courage, practice with integrity, and bring about positive change and justice in our communities.

Job Summary:

The Department of Psychology at Simmons University is seeking applicants for a full-time (10-month), Boston-based, contract faculty position (non-tenure track) at the Assistant/Associate Teaching Professor level, starting in Fall 2025. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in psychology, with a specialty in any area of developmental psychology. We invite applications from candidates who share our commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and to working with students from diverse backgrounds and identities.

Primary Responsibilities:
Teaching is one of the primary responsibilities of this position. An annual seven-course teaching load is standard for contract faculty, with potential courses including: Developmental Psychology, Lifespan Development, Introduction to Psychological Science, and other courses in areas of interest. The faculty member is expected to advise and mentor undergraduate students, participate in curriculum development, and actively engage in service to the Simmons community.

Required Qualifications:
Simmons Department of Psychology is seeking candidates with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and mentoring. Candidates must have a PhD in psychology, with specialization in any area of developmental psychology. Candidates must also have experience in teaching at the college level and be committed to working with students from diverse backgrounds and identities:

• A PhD (or expected to complete degree requirements by May 2025) in psychology, with specialization in any area of developmental psychology;
• Demonstrated experience in undergraduate teaching;
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting students from diverse backgrounds and in fostering equity and inclusion for all students, through teaching, research, or service.

Application Instructions:
Interested candidates should submit the following electronically with their application: a letter of application addressing teaching experiences, teaching philosophy and course or content interests; and a curriculum vitae. Additional supporting materials to document excellence in teaching, such as course evaluations and syllabi of courses taught, are optional and welcomed. Professional references may be requested at later stages of the search process.

Review of applications will begin November 15, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.

For further information, please contact the Faculty Search Committee at:
developmentalpsychologyjob@simmons.edu

Instructions to Applicants: Please upload all applicable application materials (e.g. resume/cv, cover letter, writing sample, teaching philosophy, etc.) in the Application Materials box on page 2 ("My Experience") of this application. Documents can be uploaded individually or as a combined document (e.g. PDF).

Simmons University is committed to inclusive excellence in all aspects of an individual's community experience. As a university committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Simmons encourages applications from all under-represented groups. Simmons is committed to creating, developing, promoting, and enhancing inclusive hiring practices-at all levels, for all positions-ensuring diverse talent pools and the delivery of a consistent positive candidate experience. Simmons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to develop a more diverse faculty, staff, student body, and curriculum.

To apply, visit https://simmons.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Simmons-Careers/job/Main-Campus—Boston-MA/Assistant-Associate-Teaching-Professor-of-Psychology–specialization-in-Developmental-Psychology-_R10491

Located in Boston’s historic Fenway area, Simmons College is a small, private, non-sectarian College which has educated students for enriching careers and purposeful lives since 1899. Working at Simmons means joining a collaborative, diverse and mission-driven community of educators and professionals.

We prepare students to be leaders for themselves, their communities and the world. Our faculty and staff members lead by example – sharing a commitment to excellence and putting the students first.