Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Harris-Stowe State University
Job overview
The Assistant Professor of Psychology at Harris-Stowe State University is a tenure-track faculty role focused on teaching, research, and service within the Department of Social Sciences, impacting undergraduate education and academic program development.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves teaching up to four undergraduate courses per semester including core and specialized psychology classes, developing and updating curriculum, assessing student learning outcomes, utilizing innovative teaching technologies, participating in student recruitment and retention, conducting original research, and contributing service to the college and community.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Psychology with a focus on Social, Health, or Consumer Psychology, preferably with college teaching experience, curriculum development skills, and proficiency in both online and on-campus teaching methods along with strong communication and organizational skills.
Work environment and culture
Harris-Stowe State University is a diverse, historically Black institution located in a vibrant cultural area, emphasizing inclusivity and equal opportunity in a supportive academic environment.
Company information
Harris-Stowe State University is a historically Black institution located in St. Louis, Missouri, known for its diverse student body and wide range of academic programs.
Job location and travel
The position is based at Harris-Stowe State University in mid-town St. Louis, Missouri, near cultural landmarks and educational institutions.
Unique job features
The job includes opportunities to teach both online and on-campus, develop innovative curricula, and engage in research and community service within a culturally rich university setting.
Company overview
Harris-Stowe State University (HSSU) is a historically Black public university located in St. Louis, Missouri, offering a range of undergraduate programs with a focus on education, business, and science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. The university generates revenue through tuition fees, state funding, and grants. Founded in 1857, HSSU has a rich history of providing higher education opportunities to underrepresented communities and has evolved to meet the educational needs of a diverse student body.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your Ph.D. in Psychology with a focus on Social, Health, or Consumer Psychology, highlighting your ability to teach both specialized and core undergraduate courses such as introductory psychology, research writing, research methods, and statistics.
Highlight your experience or aptitude in curriculum design, innovative teaching methods, and familiarity with e-learning platforms like Canvas or My HSSU E-Learning Management Systems to align with the university's teaching approach.
Apply through multiple channels including Harris-Stowe State University's official career portal and LinkedIn to maximize your application reach and visibility.
Connect with faculty members or administrators in the Department of Social Sciences at Harris-Stowe State University on LinkedIn; start conversations with ice breakers like commenting on recent departmental research, asking about their experience teaching diverse student populations, or inquiring about the university’s community engagement initiatives.
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