Assistant Professor (Psychology) Pos. #73321

Title:                              Assistant Professor (Psychology)

Position number:          73321

Hiring Unit:                   College of Arts & Sciences, Psychology Dept.

Location:                       UH Hilo

Date Posted:                 November 4, 2024

Closing Date:                Continuous recruitment, application review begins on or about

                                       January 10, 2025 (updated Nov. 6, 2024) and will continue until filled.

Salary:                           Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Monthly Type:               9-month

Tenure Track:                Tenure-track

Full time/Part time:        Full Time

Temporary/Permanent: Permanent 

Other Conditions:         Appointment to begin August 2025, pending position clearance and availability of funding.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

1. Teach courses in sensation/perception, survey of psychology, statistics and research methods, and courses within the candidate’s area of specialization.
2. Provide academic advising to students.
3. Conduct program of scholarly research.
4. Participate in department, academic, university and community service. 

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Doctoral degree in psychology or related discipline from an accredited university by the time of employment.
2. Demonstrated recent experience in undergraduate teaching.
3. Ability to teach sensation/perception.
4. Evidence of current research productivity.
5. Clear potential for developing a strong program of research in sensation/perception. 

Desirable Qualifications: 

1. Documented excellence in teaching courses listed under Duties
2. Ability to teach learning and motivation, cognitive psychology or introduction to biopsychology.
3. Experience in mentoring undergraduate students. 
4. Strong research record as evidenced by empirical publication in recognized scholarly journals and research grants in the area of sensation/perception. 

To Apply: 

Click on the “Apply” button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach the required documents.  A complete application must include: 

1. Cover letter addressing ability to perform stated duties and specifically explaining how each minimum and desirable qualification is met
2. Current curriculum vitae;
3. Names and addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three [3] current professional references (letters of recommendation may be requested after initial review)
4. Academic transcript(s) showing degrees and course work appropriate to the position (copies are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required prior to employment).  

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Inquiries: Dr. Eric Heuer, eheuer@hawaii.edu

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