Job Summary:

Radford University is seeking applications for a Full–Time, Special-Purpose Faculty position at the rank of Instructor or Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology to serve as Program Coordinator for the Undergraduate Major and lead student retention and engagement initiatives. Area of specialization is open. The position is a renewable nine-month, non-tenure-track position.

The position will begin August 10th, 2024. Applicants should have a master’s or doctoral degree in psychology, with degree awarded by start date, and experience teaching. Preferred applicants will also have experience advising undergraduate students.

The Department of Psychology is part of the College of Humanities and Behavioral Sciences ( CHBS ). The department supports an undergraduate major and minor in psychology, a master’s program with concentrations in Experimental and Industrial Organizational Psychology, and an Ed.S./M.S. program in School Psychology. Additionally, the department supports the university’s General Education curriculum and supports required courses within a number of other majors.

The primary purpose of this position is to support the undergraduate major and minor. This position is split between ½ time dedicated to teaching and ½ dedicated to service duties. Teaching includes courses within one’s area of expertise and potentially behavioral statistics, research methods, and topical courses in research. Service duties include, but are not limited to: general advising for majors, consulting with psychology faculty on student advising, consulting on the undergraduate curriculum and schedule, internship supervision, representing the department at campus recruitment events, mentor psychology club and Psi Chi, and developing student retention and engagement initiatives.

Located in the scenic New River Valley in the Blue Ridge Mountains, 40 miles south of Roanoke, Radford University is a comprehensive public university of more than 7,700 students that has received national recognition for many of its undergraduate and graduate academic programs, as well as its sustainability initiatives. In 2022, the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education elevated Radford University to the Doctoral/Professional classification due to the increased number of doctoral degrees awarded. Radford University was recently recognized among the top National Universities by the U. S. News & World Report’s 2023 Best Colleges report. In addition, Radford University was recognized as one of the “Best Regional Universities in the Southeast” by the Princeton Review in 2023. Radford University was also recognized as one of the Best Colleges of Public Distinction for 2022-2023. Radford University serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic, cultural, human service and research programs. Well known for its strong faculty/student bonds, innovative use of technology in the learning environment and vibrant student life on a beautiful 211-acre American classical campus, Radford University offers students many opportunities to get involved and succeed in and out of the classroom. The University offers 76 bachelor’s degree programs in 47 disciplines, two associate degrees, and six certificates at the undergraduate level; 28 master’s programs in 23 disciplines and six doctoral programs at the graduate level; and 17 post-baccalaureate certificates and one post-master’s certificate. A Division I member of the NCAA and Big South Conference, Radford University competes in 16 men’s and women’s varsity athletics. With over 200 clubs and organizations, Radford University offers many opportunities for student engagement, leadership development and community service. Please visit the Radford University website at http://www.radford.edu.

Required Qualifications:

Applicants should have a master’s or doctoral degree in psychology, with degree awarded by start date, and experience teaching.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience advising undergraduate students.

Work Location: Roanoke & Radford

Posting Number: F00279P

Position Number: F06670

Department: RUC-Psychology, Dept of- 11126

Application Review Date: 04/08/2024