Visiting Teaching Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology

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Department Summary

The Department of Psychology is a research-oriented department which values a collaborative and integrative approach to psychological science that fosters intellectual curiosity and innovation. By investing in the people who comprise our department, we aim to create a supportive and inclusive environment (see for more information). Our mission is to advance psychological science by generating and sharing new knowledge through collaborative scholarship, educating and mentoring student scholars, and contributing to the public good.

Our department's vision, to be an inclusive intellectual community that fosters discovery and innovation, is embedded within the University of Denver's vision to be a great private university dedicated to the public good. The University values diversity, equity, and inclusion, recognizing that its success is dependent on how well it values, engages, and includes the rich diversity of constituents (to learn more about our commitments at the University of Denver, please visit Students and faculty in the Psychology Department actively contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion goals through scholarship, teaching, and service.

DU is situated in the Denver metro area, a vibrant urban center in the Rocky Mountain region, home to more than 3 million people. Our metropolitan location supports collaboration across local universities. DU is comprised of 5800 undergraduates (~900 psychology majors), 8000 graduate students, and 700+ full-time faculty. The University recently received recognition as an R1 by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

Position Summary

We seek well-qualified candidates for a 1-year full-time visiting teaching assistant professor (VTAP) position in the department of psychology at the University of Denver. This position involves teaching eight courses distributed among fall, winter, and spring quarters. Specifically, this position will be expected to teach undergraduate courses at the 1000-, 2000-, and 3000- levels: example classes might include introduction to psychology, statistics, lifespan development, personality, or cultural psychology. Successful applicants must hold a Ph.D. in psychology or a related field (or be all but dissertation, A.B.D.) in an appropriate Ph.D. program, have experience teaching psychology courses with available teaching evaluations, the ability to communicate effectively with undergraduates, the ability to teach using universal design for learning and inclusive teaching principles, and the ability to use computer assisted course management and presentation methods.

Fulfillment of this position is contingent on available funding. This position may be extended beyond depending on need, funding, and performance.

Essential Functions

The successful candidate will teach eight courses in Psychology as assigned by the department chair across three academic quarters (Autumn, Winter, Spring). In addition, the VTAP will hold office hours and regularly communicate with students and prepare for courses.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Teaching experience in psychology courses.
• Experience/background in culturally diverse settings.
• Ability to teach in-person courses on the University of Denver's main campus
• Ability to communicate effectively with undergraduates.
• Ability to teach using universal design and inclusive teaching principles.
• Ability to use computer-assisted teaching and course management/presentation methods.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. or ABD in Psychology
• Experience teaching undergraduates in psychology or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in psychology or a related field
• Previous experience teaching multiple classes concurrently, advising, and faculty-level participation in department of psychology in an accredited university.
• Experience and training in universal design for learning, inclusive learning principles, innovative pedagogy.
• Experience in curriculum and course development.
• Track record of contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Work Schedule

While the University's administrative offices are open Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, faculty schedules vary from term to term and are based on courses taught, service commitments, and research agendas. The University's academic calendars are posted on the registrar's website (the law school is on a semester system and has a different academic calendar).

Application Deadline

For best consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) August 5, 2024.

Special Instructions

Candidates must apply online through to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Salary Grade

The salary grade for this position is UC.

Salary Rate

The 9-month salary rate for this position is $50,000.

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate's sex or any other protected status.

Benefits:
The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.

Please include the following documents with your application:
Letter of application/interest (cover letter) Teaching statement summarizing your advanced training, areas of expertise, teaching experience, courses you are qualified to teach, and fit of your career goals with this teaching-focused position. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion statement

• The separate Diversity, equity, and inclusion statement should be a succinct description of how the candidates teaching and/or service exemplify their a) knowledge of, b) track record in, and c) plans to advance diversity, equity and inclusion.

C.V. Evidence of teaching experience/effectiveness (including but not limited to sample syllabi, assignments, grading rubrics, and artifacts of teaching performance e.g., student, peer, or supervisor evaluations). Names and contact information of three individuals that can provide letters of recommendation. (The department will request letters through an online portal for applicants moving forward).The University of Denver is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and staff and encourages applications from women, members of minoritized communities, members of the LGBTQ community, people with disabilities, and veterans. The University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Denver prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University's educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; Equal Pay Act; Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Workers' Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non-Discrimination-Statement.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.

Advertised: July 15, 2024
Applications close: August 05, 2024

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