What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor of Psychology (Experimental Psychology) - 2 positions to be filled position at Sam Houston State University?
Department
Psychology and Philosophy
Full Time, Tenure Track
Open until filled: Yes
Requisition number: 202500038F
Usual Duties
The Department of Psychology and Philosophy at Sam Houston State University (SHSU) invites applicants for two Assistant Professor positions in Experimental Psychology to begin in Fall 2025. This is an annual 9-month, tenure-track appointment. Summer teaching contracts may be available depending on department needs.
The person filling this position will serve as a core faculty member of theSHSUExperimental Psychology Masters program and will be responsible for the following: Teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in the Department of Psychology and Philosophy. Conducting research in the candidates area of expertise with the potential for extramural support. Advising and supervising undergraduate and graduate student research, with the potential of chairing theses and dissertations. Administrative support to the MA Experimental Psychology program and its initiatives. Providing service to the Department, College, and/or University as needed
Degree Requirements
Doctoral degree in psychology with a focus on an experimental area of psychology (i.e., physiological, quantitative methods, social, cognitive, developmental, or learning).
Experience Requirements
Ability to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in selected areas of Experimental Psychology. Ability to establish a productive program of research that would include working with undergraduate and/or graduate students. Ability to contribute to program administration
Other Requirements For The Position
The position is open to any area of experimental psychology. The department is especially in need of faculty members with expertise in physiological psychology, social psychology, and/or statistics/quantitative methods.
Special Instructions Summary
The application will require the following materials:
Letter of interest describing candidates alignment with the duties outlined above. Please specifically describe any training or expertise in any preferred area listed above, if applicable.
Statement of research interests
Statement of teaching that describes teaching interests, teaching experience, and general teaching philosophy
Full curriculum vita
Two representative publications
Three letters of recommendation.
Note.
ForABDapplicants, one letter must be from your dissertation director confirming that your dissertation will be successfully defended, and all PhD requirements will be met by August 25, 2025
Transcripts for all graduate education (applicants may submit unofficial transcripts for initial screening; however, official undergraduate and graduate transcripts are required for credential review prior to hiring).
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Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.
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Additional materials may be requested throughout the consideration process.
Review of applications will begin on**April 18, 2025.** The position will remain open until it is filled.
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an at will employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions atSHSUrequire background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.
Physical Address
Human Resources Department
1831 University Ave, John W. Thomason Bldg. Suite 202
P.O. Box 2356
Huntsville, TX 77341-2356
SHSU Employment Office: (936) 294-1070
Ema l: Employment@SHSU.edu
Employment Portal: shsu.peopleadmin.com
Psychology and Philosophy
Full Time, Tenure Track
Open until filled: Yes
Requisition number: 202500038F
Usual Duties
The Department of Psychology and Philosophy at Sam Houston State University (SHSU) invites applicants for two Assistant Professor positions in Experimental Psychology to begin in Fall 2025. This is an annual 9-month, tenure-track appointment. Summer teaching contracts may be available depending on department needs.
The person filling this position will serve as a core faculty member of theSHSUExperimental Psychology Masters program and will be responsible for the following: Teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in the Department of Psychology and Philosophy. Conducting research in the candidates area of expertise with the potential for extramural support. Advising and supervising undergraduate and graduate student research, with the potential of chairing theses and dissertations. Administrative support to the MA Experimental Psychology program and its initiatives. Providing service to the Department, College, and/or University as needed
Degree Requirements
Doctoral degree in psychology with a focus on an experimental area of psychology (i.e., physiological, quantitative methods, social, cognitive, developmental, or learning).
Experience Requirements
Ability to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in selected areas of Experimental Psychology. Ability to establish a productive program of research that would include working with undergraduate and/or graduate students. Ability to contribute to program administration
Other Requirements For The Position
The position is open to any area of experimental psychology. The department is especially in need of faculty members with expertise in physiological psychology, social psychology, and/or statistics/quantitative methods.
Special Instructions Summary
The application will require the following materials:
Letter of interest describing candidates alignment with the duties outlined above. Please specifically describe any training or expertise in any preferred area listed above, if applicable.
Statement of research interests
Statement of teaching that describes teaching interests, teaching experience, and general teaching philosophy
Full curriculum vita
Two representative publications
Three letters of recommendation.
Note.
ForABDapplicants, one letter must be from your dissertation director confirming that your dissertation will be successfully defended, and all PhD requirements will be met by August 25, 2025
Transcripts for all graduate education (applicants may submit unofficial transcripts for initial screening; however, official undergraduate and graduate transcripts are required for credential review prior to hiring).
**
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.
**
Additional materials may be requested throughout the consideration process.
Review of applications will begin on**April 18, 2025.** The position will remain open until it is filled.
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an at will employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions atSHSUrequire background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.
Physical Address
Human Resources Department
1831 University Ave, John W. Thomason Bldg. Suite 202
P.O. Box 2356
Huntsville, TX 77341-2356
SHSU Employment Office: (936) 294-1070
Ema l: Employment@SHSU.edu
Employment Portal: shsu.peopleadmin.com
