Lecturer-School Of Psychology
Chicago, IL 
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Job Description
Summary

The Psychology Program, housed within the Division of Social Sciences of the College of Liberal Arts & Education at Saint Xavier University, invites applications for a full-time, one-year contract lecturer, with the possibility of future renewal(s) based on performance. The area of expertise is open, but we particularly invite applicants with expertise in developmental, sociocultural, quantitative methods, clinical/counseling, cognitive, or biological psychology.


Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Teach a full load of psychology courses related to one's area of expertise (12 credit hours each semester)
  • Provide service to the program, including being available for the advising of undergraduates in-person and online
  • Participate in Division, College, and University faculty meetings, academic initiatives, and campus events

Qualifications

  • Doctorate (Ph.D.) in psychology or a closely related discipline (ABD applicants will be considered, contingent on a successful doctoral defense prior to August 19, 2024
  • Evidence of effective post-secondary teaching including high-impact practices
  • Cultural competencies to work effectively in a Minority Serving Institution (MSI)
  • Support for the Saint Xavier University Mission (https://www.sxu.edu/about/mission.asp)
Applicants should provide (1) cover letter, which specifies undergraduate psychology courses taught and, separately, undergraduate psychology courses qualified to teach, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) teaching philosophy, including a description of how they will engage students in research, (4) unofficial transcripts, and (5) contact information for three references. Each file should be labeled with the last name first (e.g., Lastname_CV.docx). Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Questions about the position or institution can be directed to Dr. Angela Pirlott, Director of Social Sciences and search committee chair, at pirlott@sxu.edu.

Deadline
Review of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Additional Expectations


We inspire success by working together to provide meaningful, personalized service in a spirit of excellence. SXU seeks candidates that deliver value-added services in a responsive, collaborative, effective, and respectful manner.

The University is committed to diversity and encourages applications from individuals with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Saint Xavier University affirms its position as a Catholic institution, inspired by the heritage of the Sisters of Mercy, and asserts its rights to employ persons who subscribe to the mission, vision and core values of the University.

Saint Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other factors protected by law. Hiring decisions will be based on the bona fide occupational qualifications of each applicant.


 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
Open
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