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"<p>Position Summary</p> <p> </p> <div> <p>Join a vibrant campus community whose excellence is reflected in its diversity and student success. The Department of Psychology invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Psychology, Diversity Science Specialty. The position begins in August 2023.  </p> </div> <div> <p> </p> </div> <div> <p>West Chester University, a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, is a public, comprehensive institution committed to offering high-quality undergraduate education, selected post-baccalaureate and graduate programs, and a variety of educational and cultural resources for its students, alumni, and citizens of southeastern Pennsylvania. The University offers more than 100 graduate and undergraduate programs in the sciences and mathematics, business and public management, arts and humanities, health sciences, education and social work, music, and interdisciplinary studies. We are a community of educators dedicated to developing graduates who succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good. </p> </div> <div> <p> </p> <p>The mission of the Department of Psychology, part of the College of Sciences and Mathematics, is to advance the discipline of Psychology as an area of scholarly, professional, and scientific endeavor in a diverse and inclusive environment. Focusing on providing high quality education, the students and faculty members exchange ideas stemming from a variety of viewpoints in an environment of mutual respect, collaboration, and equity. The department accomplishes its mission via effective recruitment and retention, training, ground-breaking clinical work, advancing research, community service, and innovative teaching, while demonstrating open and productive dialogue, advocacy, and support. </p> </div> <div> <p> </p> </div> <div> <p>The faculty member’s experience, expertise, and specialized training will serve to strengthen the department’s mission, vision, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The ideal candidate is an applicant whose work focuses on diversity science (e.g., the scientific study of racism or antiracism; feminism or intersectionality; socioeconomic and health/mental health disparities; bias; socioeconomic or structural factors that reinforce and reproduce oppressive conditions and their cognitive, behavioral, or social-emotional correlates; or the application of psychological knowledge to social justice).  </p> </div> <div> <div> <p> </p> <p>RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: </p> </div> <div> <ul> <li> <p>Teach four courses in both the fall and spring semesters. </p> </li> <li> <p>Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the areas of Psychology and Diversity Science. Additional courses within area of specialization may be assigned based on departmental needs. </p> </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div> <div> <ul> <li> <p>Establish a productive program of diversity science research that includes student researchers. </p> </li> <li> <p>Engage in scholarly activities such as research, presentations, and publications. </p> </li> <li> <p>Serve the University and the community through participation in various committees. </p> </li> <li> <p>Mentor and advise students. </p> </li> <li> <p>Other duties as assigned. </p> </li> </ul> </div> </div> <p> </p> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <p> </p> <div> <div> <ul> <li> <p>Ph.D. in Psychology. (ABD may be considered. Must be conferred before August 2023). </p> </li> <li> <p>Demonstrated experience teaching in higher education. </p> </li> <li> <p>Research productivity in diversity science as evidenced by peer reviewed publications. </p> </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div> <div> <ul> <li> <p>Experience mentoring undergraduate or graduate student research. </p> </li> </ul> </div> </div> <p> </p> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <p> </p> <div> <div> <ul> <li> <p>Experience teaching undergraduate and graduate courses. </p> </li> <li> <p>Experience mentoring undergraduate and graduate student research. </p> </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div> <div> <ul> <li> <p>Demonstrated experience teaching or preparing to teach one or more of the following classes: Multicultural Psychology, Psychology of Women, and other classes related to diversity of science. </p> </li> </ul> </div> </div> <p> </p> <p>Special Instructions</p> <p> </p> <div> <p> Apply online at  <a href=\"/externalLink.cfm?link=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Eschooljobs%2Ecom%2Fcareers%2Fwcupa\">https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/wcupa</a> . Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.  </p> </div> <p> </p> <div> <p>Review of applications will begin in September 2022 and continue until the position has been filled.</p> </div> <div> <p> </p> </div> <div> <p>Finalist must successfully complete an interview, teaching demonstration, and research presentation. </p> </div> <div> <p> </p> </div> <div> <div> <p>Required Documents for Consideration </p> </div> <div> <p>To be considered as an applicant for this position, please submit the following: </p> </div> <div> <ul> <li> <p>Cover letter </p> </li> <li> <p>Curriculum vitae. </p> </li> <li> <p>List of three references with contact information. </p> </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div> <div> <ul> <li> <p>Statement of teaching philosophy. </p> </li> <li> <p>Statement of research interest (Include no more than 3 linked published articles). </p> </li> <li> <p>Diversity statement (see below) </p> </li> </ul> </div> <div> <p> </p> </div> <div> <p>Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion </p> </div> </div> <div> <p>West Chester University has joined EAB’s Moon Shot initiative for Equity in Higher education. This initiative is designed to support faculty, students, and staff who are typically excluded and therefore are underrepresented. As part of your application for a tenure-track faculty position, we request a Diversity Statement. This request highlights our department's commitment to promote diversity and inclusiveness and to cultivate a campus environment that welcomes all. This commitment reflects the Diversity Theme of West Chester University's Strategic Plan and supports initiatives of our Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (WCU Diversity Equity Inclusion). We expect that each applicant's statement will be unique, as informed by their own experiences and goals. Some topics you might address in a 1-2-page statement include the following: (1) How have you supported diversity and inclusion in your interactions with others in classroom and research environments? (2) What have you done to help students from diverse communities (such as underrepresented minorities, non-traditional, LGBTQ, veteran, rural, and/or first generation) succeed, including any programs for these students in which you have participated? (3) Describe your commitment to working toward achieving equity and enhancing diversity at WCU. How might you contribute to our current diversity initiatives, and do you have any other ideas to help promote equity on our campus? </p> </div> <div> <p> </p> </div> <div> <p>All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon satisfactory completion of all preemployment criminal background checks. </p> </div> <div> <p> </p> </div> <div> <p>Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty and staff advances West Chester University’s educational mission and strategic Plan for Excellence. West Chester University is an Affirmative Action – Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.</p> </div> "
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