What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor of Psychology position at Northern State University?
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Responsibilities The Department of Psychology and Counselor Education at Northern State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Psychology. Responsibilities include teaching both face-to-face and online undergraduate and, possibly, graduate courses in a learner-centered environment. Teach courses across core areas of psychology using a variety of innovative and engaging instructional strategies. Course topics may include developmental, cognitive, biological and social psychology as well as testing and measurement, statistics and research methodologies.
Responsibilities will also include scholarly activity, and service within the department, school, university, and discipline.
Qualifications : The ideal candidate will have an earned doctorate in Psychology or closely related field; however, applicants who complete their degree before the date of appointment will be considered.
Posting Date 02 / 19 / 2025 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 04 / 01 / 2025 Advertised Salary Depends on Experience Duration of the Term 9 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100% Tenure Status Tenure Track Proposed Rank Assistant Professor Work Hours Varies Typical Hours Worked Per Week 40 Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search Department Description and Cultural Expectations Setting : Northern State University (NSU) is a premier regional institution known for its exceptional instruction, strong community engagement, and outstanding co-curricular opportunities. Consistently ranked among the top public undergraduate institutions in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report, NSU offers a high-quality academic experience. NSU is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, along with specialized accreditations from organizations such as CAEP and CACREP.
Located in Aberdeen, South Dakota—a vibrant city of approximately 30,000—NSU benefits from its role as a regional hub for culture, retail, banking, agribusiness, and healthcare. The university maintains a strong and positive relationship with the city and surrounding region. Over the past decade, NSU has experienced significant growth, with more than $100 million invested in campus improvements. Recent projects include major renovations to the Johnson Fine Arts Center and Barnett Athletics Center, three new residence halls, the Jewett Regional Science Education Center, and a state-of-the-art regional Sports Complex featuring athletic and recreational fields. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Northern State University is committed to building a welcoming culture of belonging and collegiality that respects diversity in knowledge, culture and world view. Northern seeks faculty who will engage with individuals of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and perspectives to increase awareness, understanding, respect and opportunity for all.
