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Title: Assistant Professor of Psychology (Temp)

Campus Location: Jackson State Community College

Job Summary

Jackson State Community College is seeking a dedicated individual to join our faculty as a Full-Time Psychology Instructor. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the growth and development of our psychology program, contributing to both academic excellence and the broader college community through shared governance and committee work.
This is a full-time, academic year (9-month), one-year temporary appointment within the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. The instructor is responsible for providing excellent instruction in Psychology to our students, assessing the progress and success of students, and contributing to the mission and vision of Jackson State Community College. The instructor is responsible for performing assigned duties during the day and evening on any Jackson State Community College Campus

Job Duties

• Teaching: Deliver high-quality instruction in psychology courses, including General Psychology, Life Span Psychology, and other courses as assigned, using innovative teaching methods to engage and inspire students. 
• Student and Course Assessment: Assess student performance through various methods and contribute to the continuous improvement of student learning outcomes in each course taught.
• Program Development: Coordinate with other psychology faculty and the Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences to expand and enhance the psychology program, including curriculum development, assessment, and accreditation processes.
• Student Advising: Provide academic advising and mentorship to students in the Psychology and General Studies Transfer Pathways, supporting their educational and career goals. 
• Shared Governance: Actively participate in college governance, including serving on committees and contributing to policy development and decision-making processes. 
• Community Engagement: Foster relationships with local organizations and community partners to create opportunities for student internships, service learning, and collaborative projects. 
• Professional Development: Pursue ongoing professional development to stay current with advancements in the field of psychology and higher education. 
• Other Duties as Assigned: Perform additional tasks as required to support the mission and goals of the college.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology from a regionally accredited institution, or
• Master’s degree in another discipline from a regionally accredited institution and at least 18 graduate semester hours in psychology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching at the college level, particularly in the community college setting.
• Experience in program development and committee work in the college setting.
• Demonstrated experience teaching General Psychology and Life Span Psychology.
• Experience teaching courses in a variety of modalities including in-person, hybrid, virtual, and asynchronous online.
• Ph.D. in psychology with 18 graduate hours in Social Work, or
• Ph.D. in a related field with 18 graduate hours in Psychology.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and/or experience using a variety of instructional delivery modes.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with a diverse faculty, staff, and
student population.
• Strong computer skills including proficiency in LMS management as well as Microsoft Office
applications.

Physical Demands / Working Conditions

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Prolonged periods of standing at times
• Prolonged screen time
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
• Repetitive Movement

Pay Rate:  $48,351 - $58,021 (Annual salary depending on eligible experience, which is defined by the current compensation plan.)

Position Close Date:  Open until filled. For best consideration, please apply by, 07/28/2025.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To be considered for this position, you must submit an application.  Prior applications will not be used to fill this vacancy.  

A completed satisfactory background check will be required before hire.