What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychology, Bio/Neuro - Full-Time, Tenure-Track Assistant Professor position at Inside Higher Ed?
Psychology, Bio/Neuro, Full-Time, Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor
College/Department Overview
The College of Education and Professional Studies currently has 100 full-time and over 100 part-time faculty organized in seven departments. The college offers 21 undergraduate majors and 29 graduate majors. All teacher education programs are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). The College has an enrollment of nearly 3500 students, about one-fourth of whom are graduate students. For further information see our website at http://www.uco.edu/ceps.
The Department of Psychology resides within the College of Education and Professional Studies and has one undergraduate major, five master’s programs, and an Education Specialist degree in School Psychology. Accreditations include those from the master's in psychology and counseling Accreditation Council (MPCAC), the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP), and a verified course sequence by the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI).
Position Overview
Teaches, advises, and mentors students, evaluates student performance, and maintains department and student records in accordance with university policies. Adheres to the educational philosophy of the university. Works in a collaborative manner with colleagues and professional peers. Participates in university meetings that relate specifically to faculty. Serves on department, college, and university committees as requested. Prepares departmental reports as requested. Engages in teaching, service, and scholarly and/or creative activities as defined by the tenure and promotion policy in the UCO Employee and Faculty Handbook. Reports to the Chair of the Department and the Dean of the College.
This is a full-time, tenure-track position and will start August 2026. Review of applications will begin September 1, 2025.
Department Specific Essential Job Functions
Primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate (master’s level) Neuroscience/Biological/Physiological Psychology courses and other service courses such as General Psychology, Research Design, and Statistics as needed. Instruction in courses may require a variety of formats (face-to-face, hybrid, and online) and teaching day and evening courses on rotation. Additional responsibilities include involving students in research, supervising master’s thesis projects, serving on committees, and advisement.
Qualifications/Experience Required
An earned doctorate degree awarded by a regionally accredited or internationally recognized institution in the field specified in the position announcement (exceptions require Academic Affairs approval).
NOTE: ABDs (all-but-dissertation) may apply, but if the doctorate is not obtained and submitted by the time of employment, the position rank will change to Tenure Track-Instructor.
Qualifications/Experience Preferred
Teaching experience in higher education and a sustainable research program. Salary is commensurate with credentials and experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Training and research in neuroscience, health psychology, experimental psychology, forensic psychology, learning and behavior, or cognitive psychology. Other areas may include social, developmental, and applied psychology. Ability to mentor or advise student thesis research in topic areas.
Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
College/Department Overview
The College of Education and Professional Studies currently has 100 full-time and over 100 part-time faculty organized in seven departments. The college offers 21 undergraduate majors and 29 graduate majors. All teacher education programs are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). The College has an enrollment of nearly 3500 students, about one-fourth of whom are graduate students. For further information see our website at http://www.uco.edu/ceps.
The Department of Psychology resides within the College of Education and Professional Studies and has one undergraduate major, five master’s programs, and an Education Specialist degree in School Psychology. Accreditations include those from the master's in psychology and counseling Accreditation Council (MPCAC), the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP), and a verified course sequence by the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI).
Position Overview
Teaches, advises, and mentors students, evaluates student performance, and maintains department and student records in accordance with university policies. Adheres to the educational philosophy of the university. Works in a collaborative manner with colleagues and professional peers. Participates in university meetings that relate specifically to faculty. Serves on department, college, and university committees as requested. Prepares departmental reports as requested. Engages in teaching, service, and scholarly and/or creative activities as defined by the tenure and promotion policy in the UCO Employee and Faculty Handbook. Reports to the Chair of the Department and the Dean of the College.
This is a full-time, tenure-track position and will start August 2026. Review of applications will begin September 1, 2025.
Department Specific Essential Job Functions
Primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate (master’s level) Neuroscience/Biological/Physiological Psychology courses and other service courses such as General Psychology, Research Design, and Statistics as needed. Instruction in courses may require a variety of formats (face-to-face, hybrid, and online) and teaching day and evening courses on rotation. Additional responsibilities include involving students in research, supervising master’s thesis projects, serving on committees, and advisement.
Qualifications/Experience Required
An earned doctorate degree awarded by a regionally accredited or internationally recognized institution in the field specified in the position announcement (exceptions require Academic Affairs approval).
NOTE: ABDs (all-but-dissertation) may apply, but if the doctorate is not obtained and submitted by the time of employment, the position rank will change to Tenure Track-Instructor.
Qualifications/Experience Preferred
Teaching experience in higher education and a sustainable research program. Salary is commensurate with credentials and experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Training and research in neuroscience, health psychology, experimental psychology, forensic psychology, learning and behavior, or cognitive psychology. Other areas may include social, developmental, and applied psychology. Ability to mentor or advise student thesis research in topic areas.
Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.