Professor - Psychology jobs in Lynchburg, VA

Professor - Psychology teaches courses in the discipline area of psychology. Develops and designs curriculum plans to foster student learning, stimulate class discussions, and ensures student engagement. Being a Professor - Psychology provides tutoring and academic counseling to students, maintains classes related records, and assesses student coursework. Collaborates and supports colleagues regarding research interests and co-curricular activities. Additionally, Professor - Psychology typically reports to a department head. Requires a PhD or terminal degree appropriate to the field. Has considerable experience and is qualified to teach at undergraduate and graduate levels and initiates research and case studies in field of interest and may publish findings in trade journals or textbooks. Provides intellectual leadership and has made significant contributions to the field. May offer independent study opportunities and mentoring to students. Typically this individual is a leader in the field and has been published. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Assistant Professor of Psychology
  • Sweet Briar College
  • Sweet, VA OTHER
  • Job Details

    Level:    Experienced
    Job Location:    Sweet Briar College - Sweet Briar, VA
    Position Type:    Faculty
    Education Level:    Terminal degree (Master, Ph.D.)
    Salary Range:    Undisclosed
    Travel Percentage:    Negligible
    Job Shift:    Day
    Job Category:    Education

    Assistant Professor of Psychology

    Sweet Briar is a liberal arts college for women with a long history of forging female leaders. Sweet Briar College is repeatedly named by the U.S. News and World Report as one of the most innovative liberal arts colleges in the nation.  Sweet Briar College is growing rapidly, attracting students who are drawn to it for its excellent liberal arts program, coupled with distinctive programs in women leadership, engineering, sustainability, arts and its legendary equestrian program. Its finances are robust, and validated by balanced budget and positive bond ratings.

    Located in the foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains approximately 12 miles north of Lynchburg and 54 miles south of Charlottesville. Its campus is one of the nation’s most spectacular, replete with nature sanctuaries, lakes, forests, trails, and most recently, vineyards, apiary and greenhouses.

    The College boasts a modern core curriculum focused on women's leadership in the 21st century and undergraduate programs in the arts, sciences and humanities, as well as a Master of Arts in Teaching. It is one of only two women’s colleges in the United States with an ABET-accredited engineering degree. The women’s leadership core curriculum is innovative and energizing.

    When students graduate, they are persuasive communicators who know how to think on their feet and bring people together. No matter what they study or where they go, Sweet Briar women are prepared to lead. The campus community is a family of faculty, staff, coaches, and alumnae who support and encourage students and each other. With a student-to-faculty ratio of 8 to 1, students lead research, ask questions and forge supportive relationships with faculty that can last for decades.

    As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Sweet Briar College is committed to enhancing our community and encourages applications from qualified individuals with varied backgrounds, experiences and ideas who would increase the diversity of the College.

    Job Title:   Assistant Professor of Psychology

    Classification:  Full-time, benefits eligible, tenure-track faculty position

    Reports To: STEM Division Head

    Job Summary/Objective:

    Assistant Professor of Psychology faculty position beginning Fall 2024.  Candidates from any subfield of Psychology are encouraged to apply, but we are prioritizing candidates who have success in teaching in the areas of Physiological Psychology, Sensation & Perception, and/or Drugs & Behavior. The candidate must be committed to teaching excellence in a liberal arts community while maintaining an active program of scholarly research that involves undergraduates. A research laboratory and startup monies are available. Teaching assignments are 3/3, and candidates will teach both classes in their area of specialization, along with shared departmental courses (Introductory Psychology, Research Methods).  The College’s academic calendar, with immersive three-week terms bookending traditional 12-week terms, creates an opportunity for innovative courses to take advantage of close student faculty interactions and collaboration across disciplines. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to make contributions to our women’s leadership and core curriculum.

    Candidates ready to work with a diverse student body are especially welcome. Sweet Briar prides itself on creating a learning environment that encourages young women to fulfill their highest potential. Leadership in all walks of life is fostered by the special connections our faculty make with their students, and Sweet Briar women translate their academic experiences into interesting and important lives.

    How to Apply:

    To apply, visit the Sweet Briar College Career Center: https://sbc.edu/human-resources/faculty-staff-job-openings/. All applications should include: 1) cover letter; 2) CV; 3) statement on teaching philosophy and research interests; and 4) a statement highlighting contributions to or future plans for promoting diversity and inclusion through work in this position; 5) the names and full contact information for three professional references. The materials should be assembled to a single pdf and loaded into the job application portal.  Review of applications will begin immediately and remain open until the position is filled. 

    Qualifications


    Required Qualifications:

    • A Ph.D. or ABD in Psychology from an accredited institution;  
    • Demonstrated excellence in teaching; 
    • Demonstrated interest in working across disciplines and engaging in collaborative scholarship, teaching, and service; and 
    • Excellent communication skills.
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Pediatric Psychologist/Assistant or Associate Professor, Pediatric Psychology University of Virginia School of Medicine
  • The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia
  • Charlottesville, VA FULL_TIME
  • The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Virginia School of Medicine is seeking a full-time clinical track Assistant or Associate Professor faculty Psychologist in the Section of Pediatric Ps...
  • 2 Months Ago

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CASAS Tutor: Psychology
  • Liberty University
  • Lynchburg, VA FULL_TIME
  • The tutor position is a student work study/assistant who works collaboratively with the Assistant Director of Tutoring Services in providing comprehensive and integrated academic support and resources...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Research Associate in Psychology
  • The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia
  • Charlottesville, VA FULL_TIME
  • The Long Term Memory Lab in the Department of Psychology at the University of Virginia invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher position. The position will involve working on a project funde...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Assistant Professor
  • The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia
  • Charlottesville, VA FULL_TIME
  • The Department of Psychiatry and Neurobehavioral Sciences at the University of Virginia seeks applicants for an Assistant Professor (tenure-track), who is engaged in basic research with applications f...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Associate Professor or Professor - Now Hiring
  • MRINetwork Jobs
  • Charlottesville, VA FULL_TIME
  • Job DescriptionAssociate Professor or Professor of Public Health Science(Racial and Ethnic Cancer Disparities)University of Virginia School of Medicine, Department of Public Health Sciencesand Univers...
  • 17 Days Ago

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FACULTY ADJUNCT CLINICAL MSN
  • Centramedicalgroup
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • **FACULTY ADJUNCT CLINICAL MSN** Location: Lynchburg, VA, United States Facility location: Centra College Of Nursing Dat...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Associate/Full Professor of Public & Community Health - Nutrition
  • Liberty University
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • Faculty are essential to Liberty University's mission of Training Champions for Christ. It is expected that a faculty me...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Adjunct Pool - Student Development (SDV)
  • Virginia Department of Transportation
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • **Adjunct Pool - Student Development (SDV)** ** | |** **Please see Special Instructions for more details.** If you have ...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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School of Music | Music Theory Grader
  • Liberty University
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • Grade student assignments for music theory and musicianship courses under faculty direction and provide tutoring service...
  • 3/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Strength & Conditioning Student Assistant
  • Liberty University
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • Working independently and exercising good judgment and discretion, the Sports Performance Assistant is responsible for t...
  • 3/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Member Frontline - High School Intern
  • Sam's Club
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • What you'll do at Position Summary... Want to make a lot of people's day? Our Member Frontline Cashier Associates are th...
  • 3/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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LU Serve Student Worker
  • Liberty University
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • Support the full-time staff of LU Serve through fulfilling professional administrative tasks to enhance and fulfill the ...
  • 3/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Videographer - Student Worker
  • Liberty University
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • The Student Videographer position within the Marketing Department works with the video team to produce high quality visu...
  • 3/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

Lynchburg is an independent city in the Commonwealth of Virginia in the United States. As of the 2010 census, the population was 75,568. The 2017 census estimates an increase to 81,000. Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains along the banks of the James River, Lynchburg is known as the "City of Seven Hills" or the "Hill City". In the 1860s, Lynchburg was the only major city in Virginia that was not recaptured by the Union before the end of the American Civil War. Lynchburg lies at the center of a wider metropolitan area close to the geographic center of Virginia. It is the fifth-...
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Income Estimation for Professor - Psychology jobs
$79,921 to $189,783
Lynchburg, Virginia area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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