What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Psychology Professor position at New College of Florida?
Description
Tenure-Track Professor in Social Psychology
New College of Florida is searching for a tenure-track Assistant or early Associate Professor (with a maximum of 3 years of credit toward tenure) in social psychology to begin Fall 2025. Social Psychology continues to be the most popular area of psychology among students at NCF. The scholar we hire should be able and willing to teach courses and tutorials within the disciplines of Psychology and Statistics, at introductory through advanced levels. We are open to quantitative and qualitative researchers and especially invite applicants who use mixed methods approaches to investigate the complexities of human experiences. Research focus is open, but could include areas such as social cognition, group dynamics, prosocial behavior, social identity, social influence, and interpersonal relationships. NCF offers a competitive startup package to support research.
New College is driven by a mission to be the best liberal arts college in America. New College, the nationally recognized honors college of the State University System of Florida, is an innovative liberal arts institution where students learn how to think, not what to think.
Founded in 1960, the College has garnered national acclaim for its rigorous academics as students chart their own academic course with the assistance of faculty advisors and written assessments are given instead of letter grades. Conducting research is an important part of the undergraduate curriculum at New College with each student having to complete a senior thesis to graduate.
The New College campus sits on the scenic Sarasota Bay and directly adjacent to one of the fastest-growing airports in the nation. The region consistently ranks among the best for quality of life, featuring world-famous beaches, historic architecture, and iconic fine & performing arts institutions.
Interested candidates should apply online and upload the following: a cover letter, c.v., teaching statement, and a research statement. In addition, please identify three scholars who can provide letters of recommendation.
According to Florida law, applications and meetings regarding applications are open to the public upon request. For questions about the application process or accommodations, please contact Human Resources at
Review of applications will begin in December 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.
New College of Florida, an Equal Opportunity Employer, complies with all federal, state, and Florida Board of Governors regulations. In accordance with state law, all employees are subject to a background check at the time of hiring.
Examples of Duties
The teaching load is two courses per semester plus sponsoring individual and group tutorials. Faculty members also provide academic advising, supervise independent study projects, sponsor senior theses, and serve on baccalaureate committees.
Professors are expected to maintain an active research program. We are particularly interested in candidates with a commitment to innovative undergraduate liberal arts teaching.
New College of Florida (NCF) is an equal opportunity employer and educational provider committed to a policy of non-discrimination for any member of the NCF community on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veterans' status, marital status, or any other legally protected group status. This policy applies to faculty, staff, students, volunteers, visitors, applicants, and contractors in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, orders, and University policies, procedures, and processes.
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Tenure-Track Professor in Social Psychology
New College of Florida is searching for a tenure-track Assistant or early Associate Professor (with a maximum of 3 years of credit toward tenure) in social psychology to begin Fall 2025. Social Psychology continues to be the most popular area of psychology among students at NCF. The scholar we hire should be able and willing to teach courses and tutorials within the disciplines of Psychology and Statistics, at introductory through advanced levels. We are open to quantitative and qualitative researchers and especially invite applicants who use mixed methods approaches to investigate the complexities of human experiences. Research focus is open, but could include areas such as social cognition, group dynamics, prosocial behavior, social identity, social influence, and interpersonal relationships. NCF offers a competitive startup package to support research.
New College is driven by a mission to be the best liberal arts college in America. New College, the nationally recognized honors college of the State University System of Florida, is an innovative liberal arts institution where students learn how to think, not what to think.
Founded in 1960, the College has garnered national acclaim for its rigorous academics as students chart their own academic course with the assistance of faculty advisors and written assessments are given instead of letter grades. Conducting research is an important part of the undergraduate curriculum at New College with each student having to complete a senior thesis to graduate.
The New College campus sits on the scenic Sarasota Bay and directly adjacent to one of the fastest-growing airports in the nation. The region consistently ranks among the best for quality of life, featuring world-famous beaches, historic architecture, and iconic fine & performing arts institutions.
Interested candidates should apply online and upload the following: a cover letter, c.v., teaching statement, and a research statement. In addition, please identify three scholars who can provide letters of recommendation.
According to Florida law, applications and meetings regarding applications are open to the public upon request. For questions about the application process or accommodations, please contact Human Resources at
Review of applications will begin in December 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.
New College of Florida, an Equal Opportunity Employer, complies with all federal, state, and Florida Board of Governors regulations. In accordance with state law, all employees are subject to a background check at the time of hiring.
Examples of Duties
The teaching load is two courses per semester plus sponsoring individual and group tutorials. Faculty members also provide academic advising, supervise independent study projects, sponsor senior theses, and serve on baccalaureate committees.
Professors are expected to maintain an active research program. We are particularly interested in candidates with a commitment to innovative undergraduate liberal arts teaching.
New College of Florida (NCF) is an equal opportunity employer and educational provider committed to a policy of non-discrimination for any member of the NCF community on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veterans' status, marital status, or any other legally protected group status. This policy applies to faculty, staff, students, volunteers, visitors, applicants, and contractors in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, orders, and University policies, procedures, and processes.
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