Instructor, Psychology (Creating a Pool for Anticipated Openings)
DeKalb, IL 
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Job Description
Position Details

Working Position Title
Instructor, Psychology (Creating a Pool for Anticipated Openings)
Classification Title
Instructor
Position Number
00013579
Posting Date
01/17/2024
Closing Date
12/15/2024
Priority Review Date

Business Unit Description
Faculty
Full-Time/Part Time
Full-Time or Part-Time
FTE
.25 to 1.00
Position Status
Temporary
FLSA
Exempt
Job Code
2070
Union Representation
Union
Union Code
N/A
Unit/Department
Psychology
College/Unit
College of LA&S Dean
Division
Academic Division
Location
PM 409
Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page
https://www.niu.edu/clas/psychology/index.shtml
Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Overview
The Department of Psychology at the College of Liberal arts and Sciences, Northern Illinois University (NIU), invites applications for instructor positions in order to create a pool for advance and short-notice hiring. These will be part or full-time temporary instructor positions. Start dates vary based on programmatic needs.

We are seeking potential candidates to provide high-quality teaching in the areas of Psychology who fully embrace NIU's mission of providing opportunity to a diverse student body by providing them with access to high quality education.

With approximately 16,000 students, NIU is one of the largest public universities in the state of Illinois. NIU strives to improve outcomes for all students by identifying and removing barriers that disproportionately hinder the academic achievement and student experience of historically and currently underserved populations. The Department of Psychology is committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environments for all of our students, staff, and faculty. NIU's geographical reach extends beyond its main DeKalb campus (65 miles west of downtown Chicago, 60 miles from the O'Hare International Airport, and 40 miles west of Naperville - a booming community with one of the best school systems in the nation.) to satellite campuses in Naperville, Rockford, Hoffman Estates, and Chicago as well as to students online.

Applications are accepted continuously and reviewed as vacancies become available. There may not be an actual vacancy at the time you apply.

Position Summary
The Psychology Instructor will be responsible for teaching various topics in Psychology at both the undergraduate level and graduate levels and holding office hours. Applicants may be required to provide "in person" instruction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Teaching load will be no more than 12 credit hours during fall semester, no more than 12 credit hours during Spring semesters, and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications
  • Master's in Psychology

Additional Requirements
N/A

Preferred Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Psychology
  • Experience teaching and mentoring students of diverse backgrounds


Physical Demands Summary
N/A
Appointment and Compensation Details

Anticipated Appointment Start Date
Start dates vary based on programmatic needs.
Anticipated Appointment End Date

Percent of Staff Year
0.75
Standard Hours Per Week
Hours will vary
Salary
Part-time: One-class per semester at $5,250. Full-time: Negotiated salary range based on qualifications
Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range
See above
Earn Type
Salary
Application Procedure

Application Procedure
Prospective applicants should visit https://employment.niu.edu/postings/76051 to apply online and upload the following materials:

  • Cover letter
  • Resume/CV
  • Teaching Evaluations (if applicable)
  • List of three professional references
  • Unofficial transcripts (official upon hire)

Special Instructions
N/A

Quick Link to Applicant
https://employment.niu.edu/postings/76051
Is Background Check Required
Yes
EEO Statement Summary

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services 230
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560


Visa Policy

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.


ADA Accommodation
NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person's disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form. For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity (AAEO) at ada@niu.edu.

Safety Information
NIU provides annual reports on campus security and fire safety.

Read the Annual Safety and Security Report. Contact the Ethics and Compliance Office at 815-753-1649 for a hard copy.

Read the Fire Safety Report. Contact the Department of Environmental Health and Safety at 815-753-0404 for a hard copy.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)
  4. List of at least 3 Professional References
Optional Documents
  1. Teaching Evaluation
Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
Open
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