The Department of Psychological Science at Boise State University invites interested applicants to apply for the position of Assistant Professor beginning in Fall 2024. We are seeking a dedicated teacher and researcher with an area of specialization in clinical or counseling psychology (or a related field). Candidates that can teach courses in abnormal psychology, community psychology, counseling skills, and/or learning psychology are encouraged to apply. We seek candidates who can maintain an active program of research in counseling/clinical psychology that involves undergraduate students as research assistants, with a program of research sufficient to produce a minimum of three peer-reviewed publications in a five-year span prior to tenure application. The successful candidate will also engage in service activities (e.g. committee assignments) benefiting the Department, College of Arts and Sciences, and University, as well as the local community, state, region, and discipline.
The successful candidate will join a department dedicated to curriculum and pedagogy that is culturally responsive to the students it serves. The successful candidate will have the ability to engage all students in the classroom using evidence-based and inclusive teaching practices. The standard teaching load is the equivalent of 3 courses per semester, with possible adjustments for service activities or work on externally funded research projects. Flexibility in course modality and scheduling is available. This is a nine-month academic year tenure track position, with opportunities for salary enhancement through summer teaching or work on externally funded research projects.
Department Overview
The Department of Psychological Science boasts a highly interdisciplinary faculty with a strong history of success in teaching, research, and service. As a department, we value effective and inclusive mentorship, cooperative and supportive interpersonal relationships, data-informed decision-making, and providing a rigorous evidence-based curriculum that is culturally responsive to all the students it serves. We have active relationships with multiple organizations in the community, including state agencies, schools, and a variety of non-profit organizations. Additionally, Boise State University offers rich opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration with other departments in the College of Arts and Sciences and throughout Boise State.
About Boise State
Boise State University, powered by creativity and innovation, stands uniquely positioned in the Northwest as a metropolitan research university of distinction. Learn more about Boise State and the City of Boise .
Boise State University is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty, staff, students, and academic program offerings and to strengthening sensitivity to diversity throughout the institution. Boise State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. We are a welcoming campus that supports diversity and inclusion. To learn more visit https://www.boisestate.edu/admissions/nextsteps/diversity/ .
At a minimum, candidates should have:
- An earned doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology (or related field) by August 1, 2024.
- Experience with evidence-based and inclusive teaching practices which seek to promote equitable access to educational opportunities.
- Research experience enabling the management of a program of research.
The preferred candidate will have:
- Demonstrated success or potential for success in teaching, research, and service.
- A research program focused on clinical or counseling psychology, with specific field of specialization open.
- Positive evaluations of skilled teaching
- Experience teaching desired courses (abnormal psychology, community psychology, counseling skills, learning psychology, and/or personality)
- A breadth of teaching experience (i.e., large classes and multiple modalities)
Required Application Materials
- A cover letter outlining your interests and qualifications relating to teaching, research, and service
- A current CV
- Electronic PDFs of reprints or preprints
- Research statement
- Teaching statement (including discussion of implementation or preparation of evidence-based teaching practices)
Closing Date
Interested applicants should electronically submit their application by 11:59 p.m. MST on December 1, 2023. Please ensure that all requested application materials are uploaded prior to submission of online application.
Salary and Benefits
Salary (9 month contract) ranges from $56,000 to $58,000, and is commensurate with experience. The successful candidate will also receive some start-up funding to support their research.
Boise State University is committed to offering a benefits package that provides health and financial protection plans as well as resources to promote health and well-being. Our program provides flexibility so you can choose the benefits that are right for you and your family.
Advertised: October 26, 2023 Mountain Daylight Time
Applications close: December 1, 2023 11:55 PM Mountain Standard Time