Assistant Professor of Educational Psychology

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Learn More Position Title Assistant Professor of Educational Psychology About this Opportunity The department of Educational Psychology welcomes applications for a full-time tenure track faculty member to teach undergraduate courses in creativity, gifted students, assessment, learning, and motivation as well as graduate courses in giftedness, curriculum development, and research methods.
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Possible teaching responsibilities could include undergraduate courses in creativity, gifted students, assessment, learning, and motivation as well as graduate courses in giftedness, curriculum development, and research methods.
Specific courses will be determined by the successful candidate’s specialties.
The successful candidate’s research will include aspects of giftedness, creativity, and/or talent development.
This research could incorporate a variety of subfields, such as twice exceptionalities, social emotional learning, motivation, leadership, curriculum/program development or related areas.
The successful candidate will also provide additional support for initiatives at the Center for Gifted Studies and Talent Development.
This position requires an on-campus presence.
Collectively, high quality teaching, an active research agenda, and participation in service activities are required for successful progress in the tenure process.
Minimum Qualifications Completion of a doctoral degree in educational psychology or related field from an accredited institution by date of appointment.
Active research agenda within giftedness, creativity, and/or talent development.
Authorization to work in the US Employer will consider sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications University teaching experience, experience in PK12 educational settings, experience publishing and presenting within the gifted and/or related fields.
Required Certifications/Licensures Pre-Employment Screening Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised None.
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Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Department Educational Psychology:800050 College/Department Information Department Email or Phone Number llmrubenstein@bsu.
edu Posting Detail Information Posting Number 202301214F Desired Start Date 08/15/2024 Position End Date 05/16/2025 Posting Date 12/05/2023 Applications Accepted Through Date 01/15/2024 Open Until Filled Yes Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here.
(Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled.
The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.
) 01/15/2024 Information regarding transcripts The option to upload transcripts is available.
Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU).
Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile).
In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values, including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.
’ Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information Lisa Rubenstein Email: lmrubenstein@bsu.
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