| Location | Wichita Falls, TX |
Position Assistant/Associate Professor, Psychology Department Prothro-Yeager College of Humanities & Social Sciences Job Classification(s): The following positions will be considered for this opening.
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Starting Date Fall 2027 Responsibilities
As a faculty member in the Department of Psychology, you will be expected to: (a) Teach 12 credit hours (4 courses) a semester; (b) contribute to the teaching mission of Psychology; and (c) have the opportunity to start/continue your research program.
Candidate must be able to teach: General Psychology 1 and/or 2 ; Writing in Psychology and some of the following courses based on experience or graduate preparation: Critical Thinking in Psychology, Social Psychology, Human Sexuality, Child Clinical Psychology, Personal Relations & Interactions, Develop 1-2 courses in your area of specialty.
The department of psychology regularly has 200+ majors with an active Psi Chi/Psychology club chapter. We are a collegial department, and faculty are independent in that they get to best determine how to prepare and teach advanced classes-each faculty can design 1-2 courses of their choosing.
The Prothro-Yeager College of Humanities and Social Sciences consists of the academic departments of English, humanities, and philosophy; history; psychology; political science; sociology; and world languages and cultures. Each department offers majors, minors, and core curriculum courses. Faculty development funding is available at the university, college, and departmental levels.
Requirements
Required Qualifications:
ABD or PhD/PsyD in Psychology; Specialization may include Social Psychology, Health Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Experimental Psychology, or related field
Preferred Qualifications:
Teaching experience.
Standard Requirements
Requires the ability to maintain positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the community. Must adhere to University's core values: People-Centered, Community, Integrity, Visionary, and Connections, per the MSU Texas Values Journey. Personal cell phone usage may be required to complete position duties, including multi-function authentication requirements. Regular reliable attendance is required.
This position is designated as security sensitive (Mod) and requires a criminal background check. Position is designated as a Responsible Employee as outlined by Title IX. May serve as Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
To Apply
Please include the following documents in your application:
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
3 Letters of Reference
Unofficial graduate transcripts
Questions about this position should be directed to Dr. Michael A. Vandehey, Search Committee Chair at michael.vandehey@msutexas.edu.
If you need assistance with the application process, contact Dr. Michael Vandehey at michael.vandehey@msutexas.edu
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Contact Information
Mailing Address
Michael Vandehey,
MSU Texas
Prothro-Yeager College of Humanities & Social Sciences
3410 Taft Blvd.
Wichita Falls, TX 76308-2099
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Michael Vandehey
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MSU Texas
3410 Taft Blvd.
Wichita Falls, TX 76308-2099
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Established in 1922, Midwestern State University is a public university in Wichita Falls, Texas, located halfway between Oklahoma City and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. The university has an average enrollment of 5,800 students, with approximately 20% enrolled in graduate programs. Rooted in a values-based culture, Midwestern State University aims to empower students and our community through a commitment to academic excellence, personal growth, and a culture of lifelong learning, inquiry, and innovation. The university is strongly committed to serving first-generation students and those receiving financial assistance.
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