Psychology teacher Jobs in Newark, NJ

Position Details

Posting Summary

Position Title

Assistant Professor of Psychology

Status

Tenure Track

Overview

St. John Fisher University is an independent, liberal arts institution that provides a transformative education to approximately 3,800 undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students each year. Across its five Schools, Fisher offers nearly 40 majors in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, business, education, and nursing; 11 pre-professional programs; and master's and doctoral programs in business, nursing, education, pharmacy, and public health. The University's residential campus boasts a robust living and learning community and a successful intercollegiate athletics program. Fisher is a community where all are welcome, regardless of religious or cultural background.

The University continues to honor its founders, the Congregation of St. Basil, by embracing their motto, Teach Me Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge. We are located in Pittsford, N.Y., seven miles outside of the city of Rochester. The campus is situated on 164 park-like acres-a beautiful setting for a warm, friendly campus community.

The School of Arts and Sciences is the largest of the Schools at Fisher, offering degrees in over 20 undergraduate disciplines. The School is home to over 1,000 undergraduate students majoring in the humanities, natural sciences and mathematics, social sciences, and interdisciplinary studies. In addition, the School is primarily responsible for the Core Curriculum , the program of liberal arts courses that all undergraduates take as central to their academic experience. In addition to attending graduate school in any number of disciplines, graduates of the School of Arts and Sciences pursue careers in such fields as marketing, medicine, law, broadcasting, sales, human resource management, advertising and public relations, social work, media relations, information analysis, and scientific research and analysis.

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Job Responsibilities

The successful candidate will :

• Teach in-person undergraduate courses in their area of specialization.
• Contribute to major requirements such as research methods, statistics, and introductory psychology courses.
• Teach courses that align with the university's general education curriculum.
• Engage students in research and provide mentorship that fosters academic and professional growth.
• Create an inclusive learning environment that reflects the university's commitment to diversity and equity.
• Collaborate within the department and across disciplines.

Education / Experience

We seek candidates with a Ph.D. in psychology (or a closely related field) by the start date, with expertise in applied areas of psychology. Preferred specializations include clinical, positive, educational, sport, forensic, community, cross-cultural, diversity-focused, or other applied disciplines. Candidates who are licensed helping professional practitioners or on the path to licensure are especially encouraged to apply.

Competencies / Skills

Candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, community engagement, and student-centered research will be prioritized.

Supervision of Employees

Work Environment

Equipment to be Used

Job Type

Full-time

Work Hours

9-month position

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Minimum Number of References Requested

EEO Statement

It is the policy of St. John Fisher University to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with the applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in each locality in which the College has employees.

The University does not discriminate against applicants or employees in hiring, promotion, termination or the terms and conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, perceived sex, gender identity, gender expression, the status of being transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital status, military status, veteran status, predisposing genetic, characteristics or genetic information, arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Title IX Coordinator is the designated University official with primary responsibility for coordinating compliance with Title IX and related federal and state laws. The Title IX Coordinator, Meg Flaherty, Ph.D., can be reached by phone ), email ( ), in-person in Campus Center 209, or outside of business hours by contacting the Office of Safety and Security ).

Work Location

3690 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14618

FLSA

Exempt

Salary / Hourly Range

60,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year

Note

The salary range for this role is set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to internal equity, qualifications, experience, and education. The above hiring range is one component of the University's competitive Total Rewards package which can be viewed here

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

F00158P

Desired Start Date

08 / 11 / 2025

Open Date

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicant

Applicants must submit :

Application Deadline : Initial review begins January 24, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.

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