Psychology Assistant Professor - Tenure Track

St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in its psychology program. Start date is negotiable (i.e. as soon as August 2024 or as late as January 2025). The University's psychology program-one of the University's most highly enrolled undergraduate programs-prides itself on preparing students for a wide variety of careers and graduate programs in the health sciences and social service industries.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold a PhD in psychology (ABDs will be considered).
• Be prepared to teach undergraduate psychology courses on brain and behavior (physiological psychology), sensation and perception, learning, and psychological research. The successful candidate may also enjoy opportunities to teach in additional areas that align with their areas of interest and expertise.
• Be enthusiastic about approaching teaching and learning in innovative ways that generate interest in the discipline, strengthen student engagement, and prepare students for professional success.
• Be firmly committed to high quality teaching / learning facilitation and to active, project-based/applied learning.
• Demonstrate the capacity to work productively and collaboratively with faculty and staff in the program, College, and University.
• Have successful teaching experience at the college level or demonstrate promise thereof.
• Be comfortable with, or willing to learn, the use of digital technologies to enhance student engagement and learning.
• Have the ability and desire to mentor and guide undergraduate student research.
• Possess the willingness and capacity to teach in a variety of different formats (i.e., face-to-face, online, and hybrid) as dictated by program and student needs.
• Be committed to mentoring students, including serving as an academic advisor.
• Have the desire and ability to maintain an ongoing program of professional development and service.

To apply:

Interested candidates should apply and submit their materials online at https://stambroseuniv.applicantlist.com.

All applications must include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information (including phone numbers and email addresses) of three professional references. Original transcripts and background check will be required before the university makes an appointment.

Candidates are encouraged to provide evidence of their ability to successfully facilitate student learning including strong professor-student relationships, commitment to student development, and creative pedagogical practice.

St. Ambrose reserves the right to modify all job postings and job descriptions. Review of applications will begin July 1, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

The mission of St. Ambrose University-an inclusive, Catholic, and diocesan community of learners-is to empower all Ambrosians to act courageously, to seek wisdom through faith and reason, to work for justice, and to lead lives of service.

Under the dynamic leadership of President Amy Novak (now in her third year), St. Ambrose aspires to become a vibrant, sustainable, and learner-focused model for Catholic higher education. The University is committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive environment that recognizes and embraces diversity among students, faculty, and staff. The current enrollment of approximately 2,900 students includes 650 graduate students.

St. Ambrose University is an Equal Opportunity Employer welcoming and encouraging applications from members of underrepresented groups.

St. Ambrose University is located in Davenport, Iowa, a part of the Quad Cities metro region. The Quad Cities, located on the Mississippi River, have a population of close to 400,000 and represent the second largest metro region in the state of Iowa. The University is within a three-hour drive of Chicago and a four-hour drive of St. Louis. EOE