Urgently Require Assistant Professor of Cognitive Psychology in Oberlin, OH

Job title: Assistant Professor of Cognitive Psychology
Company: Oberlin College & Conservatory
Job description: Announcement Information

Job Summary

The Psychology Department at Oberlin College invites applications for a full-time tenure track faculty position in the College of Arts and Sciences in Cognitive Psychology. Initial appointment to this position will be for a term of three years, beginning fall semester of 2024 and will carry the rank of Assistant Professor.
About

Founded in 1833, Oberlin is a private four-year, highly selective national liberal arts college near Cleveland, Ohio and is also home to an outstanding Conservatory of Music. Together, the two divisions enroll approximately 2900 students. Oberlin College was the first college in the US to make interracial education and co-education central to its mission. The College continues to view a diverse, equitable and inclusive educational environment as essential to the excellence of its academic program. Among liberal arts colleges, Oberlin is a national leader in successfully placing graduates into PhD programs.

The Psychology Department has a strong tradition of teaching and research excellence. Faculty will be provided with research support. Faculty are eligible for conference travel reimbursement and may apply for supplementary support for teaching and research initiatives. As a 'gateway' STEM field, Psychology is committed to exploring pedagogical techniques that will further support a broad range of students and learning styles. Courses within the department typically enroll 35-45 students at the 100 and 200 level and 10-12 students at upper levels.

Faculty collaboration, support, and mentoring are available to assist faculty in further developing pedagogy that values diversity and fosters inclusion.
Responsibilities

The incumbent will teach the standard teaching load (4.5 courses per year) in the general area of Cognitive Psychology, including a seminar and advanced methods course within the incumbent's specialty. Interest in contributing to Introduction to Psychological Sciences, the Research Method sequence or one of Oberlin's concentrations (e.g., Data Science, Music and Cognition, Global Health) is a plus.

We welcome applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to high-quality research in any area of Cognitive Psychology. We are especially interested in candidates whose research and teaching are grounded in an appreciation of diversity in human behavior, emotion, and cognition.The incumbent will also be expected to engage in sustained scholarly research and/or other creative work appropriate to the position and participate in the full range of faculty responsibilities, including academic advising and service on committees.
Qualifications

Among the qualifications required for appointment is the Ph.D. degree (in hand or expected by first semester of academic year 2024-2025). Candidates must demonstrate interest and potential excellence in undergraduate teaching. Successful teaching experience at the college level is desirable. Oberlin College is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. The incumbent will bring understanding of or experience working with underrepresented and diverse academic populations. Oberlin is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the excellence and diversity of the academic community through their research, teaching, and service. Oberlin recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran's status, and/or other protected status as required by applicable law.
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Compensation

Within the range established for this position, salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and includes a competitive benefits package.
Special Instructions to Applicants

A complete application will be comprised of: 1) a Cover Letter describing your teaching, scholarship, mentorship, and service, detailing any connections to supporting an inclusive learning environment; 2) a Curriculum Vitae; 3) an unofficial graduate transcript; 4) a statement on your teaching philosophy; 5) a research statement that includes how you will support undergraduate research and, if applicable, how you might incorporate undergraduate students into your research program; 6) a statement on your philosophy on diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching, research, and service; and 7) Letters of Reference from three recommenders.*

All application materials must be submitted electronically through Oberlin College and Conservatory's online application process at:

*By providing three letters of reference, you agree that we may contact your letter writers.

Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications received by the October 1 deadline will be guaranteed full consideration.

Questions about the position can be addressed to: or Travis Wilson, Chair of Psychology, at 440-775-8365.
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