Neuropsychology

Assistant Professor: 1920-017

Effective Date: Fall 2021

This position is part of CSUSM’s inaugural Diversity and Equity Cluster Hire Initiative. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse community of scholars who will serve as role models for our diverse student body and who have a demonstrated commitment to the academic success of our students. Candidates can demonstrate their commitment to diversity and equity through their teaching or research and creative activity or service. Scholars with any substantive focus within the field of neuropsychology are encouraged to apply.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ph.D. in Psychology, Neuropsychology or a related field prior to date of appointment (ABD applicants accepted; PhD required by August 2021).
• Active research program in neuropsychology that serves as a training opportunity for students.
• Demonstrated evidence of teaching excellence at the university level (e.g., student evaluations/summaries, peer observation summaries).
• Ability/interest in teaching courses in neuropsychology.
• Able to supervise Master’s theses.  

   

  This position is part of CSUSM’s inaugural Diversity and Equity Cluster Hire Initiative. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse community of scholars who will serve as role models for our diverse student body and who have a demonstrated commitment to the academic success of our students. Candidates can demonstrate their commitment to diversity and equity through their teaching or research and creative activity or service.

  Applicants must satisfy one or more of the following:

  1. Develop and/or teach curricula that advance racial and social justice drawing from their engagement with communities of color.
  2. Have a demonstrated record of success in research or creative activities focused on underserved communities.
  3. Serve as role models for our diverse student body and have a demonstrated commitment to underserved communities as well as the academic success of all our students.

DESIRED/PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Evidence of research productivity
• Ability to teach biopsychology/behavioral neuroscience and/or psychological testing

APPLICATION:  

All applications must include:

• A completed Faculty Application
• Cover letter that address the above minimum and desired/preferred qualifications
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of research interests
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Statement of experience and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Reprints/preprints of up to three representative publications
• Evidence of teaching success at the university level (e.g., student evaluations/summaries, peer observation summaries)
• Three current letters of recommendation to be submitted
• TT Applicant Survey

Submit application materials and direct any inquiries to: NEUROPSYCTT20-21@csusm.edu. 

A review of applications will begin on January 04, 2021; however, the position will be open until filled.

CSUSM is proud to be a Higher Education Excellence in Diversity award recipient for seven years in a row. We have a rich diversity of students, a majority of whom are first generation, students of color. CSUSM is a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). CSUSM is also home to a number of Centers and Institutes that facilitate the conduct and dissemination of research, perform public service, or provide special training including the California Indian Culture and Sovereignty Center, the National Latino Research Center, and the Center for Research and Engagement in STEM Education.

CSUSM was named one of the top 32 Colleges most friendly to junior faculty by the Collaborative on Academic Careers in Higher Education. Visit Faculty Opportunities  for more information.

The person holding this position is considered a limited mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 (revised July 21, 2017) as a condition of employment.

California State University San Marcos is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is strongly committed to promoting diversity in all areas of the campus community. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.

This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, reference checks and criminal record checks. An offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including a criminal records check, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.