Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Hiring for Instructor (FY-) at School of Education, Health, and Human Behavior, Department of Psychology Full Time

Faculty Position FY24-004
July 12 2023

Position Title
Instructor

Hiring Unit
School of Education, Health, and Human Behavior, Department of Psychology

Job Description/Responsibilities

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s School of Education, Health, and Human Behavior is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time, non-tenure-track instructor position. Preferred applicants will demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, with an emphasis on online instructions. The successful applicant will contribute to our growing undergraduate Online Degree Completion program through the development and teaching of program courses. Responsibilities will also include some in-person teaching in the candidate’s area of expertise. Teaching responsibilities are four classes per semester, with additional opportunities for summer teaching. Full-time instructors are also required to maintain a “fifth-unit” of responsibility, which is negotiated with the Department Chair.

To learn more about the department, visit us online at: https://www.siue.edu/education/psychology/

The Department of Psychology seeks to attract an active, culturally, and academically diverse faculty. SIUE is committed to diversity to achieve domestic and international peace, social, justice, and the development of full human potential. Integral to this commitment, the School of Education, Health, and Human Behavior strives for a student body and a workforce that manifests diversity. Applicants who embody diversity of race, color, creed or religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or sexual identity are encouraged to apply.

Minimum Qualifications
Although a doctorate degree is preferred, a Master’s degree will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to teach undergraduate courses in areas of expertise and departmental need including, for example, Statistics and Research Methods, Capstone Seminar in Psychology, Social Psychology, and Careers in Psychology. Actual course assignments may vary depending on departmental need.
• Ability and interest to teach online-asynchronous courses.
• Demonstrated interest in teaching and working with students from diverse backgrounds
• Commitment to departmental and university collegiality through a “fifth-unit” service-related activity.
• Ability to contribute through interest, research, teaching, and/or service to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville nurtures an open, respectful, and welcoming climate that facilitates learning and work. SIUE is committed to education that explores the historic significance of diversity in order to understand the present and to better enable our community to engage the future. Integral to this commitment, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville strives for a student body and a workforce that is both diverse and inclusive. We strongly encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups, including women, members of racially minoritized groups, and individuals with disabilities, to apply. For more on our State of Diversity, visit SIUE Mission, Goals and Plans

Terms of Appointment

Full-time, continuing 9-month non-tenure-track instructor position. Summer appointment is contingent upon availability of funds and enrollment. Beginning date of appointment is January 2024.

Source of Funds
State

Salary
The position offers outstanding benefits and a competitive salary commensurate with education and training and consistent with bargaining unit contracts.

For more information about employment benefits and policies, visit: Faculty Employment Benefits

Application Process

Please submit a letter of application which includes contact information for three references, vitae, and academic transcripts electronically to:

Dr. Greg Everett

Psychology Department Chair

[email protected].

Application Deadline

Applicants will be reviewed on a continuing basis until the position is filled. Anticipated start date of position is January 2024, although an August 2023 start date may be considered.

SIUE is a state university – benefits under state sponsored plans may not be available to holders of F1 or J1 visas. Applicants will be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Acts (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, please call 618-650-2190 or email [email protected].

The SIUE Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.siue.edu/police/cleary-act-forms/ . The report contains campus safety and security information, crime statistics, fire safety policies, and fire statistics for the previous three calendar years. This report is published in compliance with Federal law, titled the “Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act” and the Higher Education Opportunity Act also known as the “Campus Fire Safety Right to Know.” For those without computer access, a paper copy of the report may be obtained, with a 24-hour notice, from the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Administration, Rendleman Hall, Room 2228, 618-650-2536.

Dual Career Support for New Faculty
The Career Development Center has partnered with SIUE’s Toward an Inclusive Model of Excellence project to provide a variety of career services and resources to partners of new faculty who have relocated to the Greater St. Louis area. Support for this initiative was provided by the National Science Foundation (NSF) through Award 1936141. Outlined below is a specific list of career services and resources available to help you on your career journey. Individuals are eligible to receive a maximum of three, one-hour appointments. Visit them online at: https://www.siue.edu/career-development-center/faculty/NSF-Advance-GrantLanding.shtml

Faculty Development and Other Support
Several units across campus offer various programs and training opportunities to new faculty members as they begin their employment at SIUE. Support units include but are not limited to the Faculty Development Center Ombuds Services , Office of Research and Projects, and Inclusive Excellence, Education, and Development Hub.

Employee Benefits
To support faculty in balancing work and family obligations, SIUE offers an exceptional array of comprehensive benefits including:
*Medical, dental and vision insurance;
*Life insurance;
*SURS retirement plan;
*Supplemental retirement savings plans;
*Generous holiday schedule;
*WorkLife programs;
*Employee Assistance Program (mental health and wellness);
*Employee discounts (local and national retailers);
*Flexible Spending Account Program;
*University tuition waivers (Employee and Dependents).

For more information, visit: SIUE Office of Human Resources- Benefits