St John Fisher University Hiring for Assistant Professor of Psychology at 3690 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 Full Time

Assistant Professor of Psychology

Status:

Tenure Track

Overview:

St. John Fisher University, an independent, liberal arts institution in the Catholic tradition located in Rochester, New York, invites applications for a tenure-track position in cognitive or developmental psychology at the level of assistant professor.

Job Responsibilities:

This position is open to developmental and cognitive psychology candidates who focus on neuroscience in their work. The successful candidate will be expected to teach in-person undergraduate courses in behavioral neuroscience/physiological psychology, drugs and behavior/psychopharmacology, and either developmental or cognitive psychology, depending on the specialty. The position will also contribute to teaching in the University’s general education curriculum. Applicants must have demonstrated expertise in neuroscience and a Ph.D. prior to the start date in cognitive or developmental psychology or a closely related subfield is required.

The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the department’s teaching, research, and service while demonstrating a strong commitment to excellence in teaching. Thus, applicants with evidence of their commitment to undergraduate teaching and research will be given priority. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate teaching effectiveness, involve students in their research, and advise students with regard to academic progress and future careers. Faculty are expected to maintain an active research program, provide mentorship and guidance to undergraduate students, foster an inclusive learning environment, and collaborate within the department and across disciplines. Applicants with a specialization that augments and/or diversifies the expertise of our current faculty are encouraged to apply.

Education / Experience:

Ph.D. prior to start date

Work Environment:

Founded in 1948, St. John Fisher University has a rich history of academic excellence and an outstanding reputation for its commitment to a student-centered, personalized educational environment. The educational philosophy of the founding Basilian Fathers—Teach me goodness, discipline, and knowledge—reflects Fisher’s traditions and values today, and the campus prepares individuals for lives of intellectual, professional, and civic integrity and where diversity and service to others are valued and practiced. See www.sjf.edu.

The School of Arts and Sciences at St John Fisher University serves all undergraduate students through 33 programs, the Core general education curriculum, and pre-professional requirements. The School provides all the liberal arts offerings required for baccalaureate degrees, thus providing critical skills and perspectives across a wide range of disciplines.

Work Hours:

9 month

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of St. John Fisher University to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with the applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in each locality in which the University has employees.

The University does not discriminate against applicants or employees in hiring, promotion, termination or the terms and conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, perceived sex, gender identity, gender expression, the status of being transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital status, military status, veteran status, predisposing genetic, characteristics or genetic information, arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Title IX Coordinator is the designated University official with primary responsibility for coordinating compliance with Title IX and related federal and state laws. The Title IX Coordinator, Meg Flaherty, Ph.D., can be reached by phone (585-385-8232), email ([email protected]), in-person in Campus Center 206, or outside of business hours by contacting the Office of Safety and Security (585-385-8111).

Work Location:

3690 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14618

FLSA:

Exempt

Salary / Hourly Range:

60-70k

Note:

The salary range for this role is set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to internal equity, qualifications, experience, and education. The above hiring range is one component of the University’s competitive Total Rewards package which can be viewed here

Posting Number:

F00127P

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Applicants must submit a complete application consisting of a cover letter, curriculum vitae with contact information for professional references (we will only contact references for finalists), a one-page statement of your teaching philosophy, and a one-page statement of your scholarship (including how you might succeed in this area at St. John Fisher University). The initial review of applications will begin November 15 and continue until the positions are filled. Questions should be directed to the chair, Tim Franz, at [email protected].