Assistant Teaching Professor - Department of Psychology

The Department of Psychology at the University of California, Davis invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor position that will begin July 1, 2025. The Assistant Teaching Professor position is a full-time Academic Senate faculty position with potential for security of employment akin to tenure. Applicants should demonstrate a record of teaching excellence in Psychology, a record of scholarship in teaching and learning (SoTL), and the potential to contribute to the scholarly, mentoring, and service missions of our Department and University. We seek applications from individuals with expertise in research-informed pedagogy to improve the inclusivity and effectiveness of instruction for all students, including those from underserved populations. Applicants from all fields of Psychology are encouraged to apply; priority will be given to those who are excited by the challenges and rewards of teaching large introductory courses.

Assistant Teaching Professors are evaluated for promotion to Associate Teaching Professor (a title with security of employment similar to tenure) no later than 8 years from the initial hire. Teaching Professors are Academic Senate faculty members whose primary responsibility is teaching and teaching-related tasks but who are also expected to engage in significant teaching-related scholarship (e.g., research on pedagogical methods) and professional activity (e.g., giving workshops). The faculty in this series also have responsibility for University and public service. Teaching Professors are expected to collaborate broadly with other faculty and engage in a spectrum of teaching-related activities that will positively impact instructional effectiveness across the entire department. This involves playing a leadership role as facilitators and initiators of instructional development, curriculum design, innovative course structure, effective teaching methods, and new educational technologies. Teaching Professors are evaluated on their (1) teaching excellence, (2) professional and/or scholarly achievement and activity in the field of pedagogy or a closely related subfield of psychology, (3) service, and (4) contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

UC Davis is one of the country's leading research universities and also has a diverse student population; it is an emerging Hispanic-Serving Institution, with a majority of students identifying as members of historically marginalized groups, and over 40% of the students being first-generation college students. We seek candidates with exceptional potential for teaching and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

In addition to being exceptional teachers and scholars, successful candidates will help advance UC Davis's goal of improving access and building an inclusive community for all marginalized communities. The successful candidate will demonstrate an understanding of the barriers preventing full participation of members from student communities historically excluded from higher education, including (but not limited to) individuals marginalized due to their race or ethnicity, LGBTQIA+ status, neurodiversity, veteran status, disability, economic disadvantage, first-generation scholars, and undocumented status. The successful candidate will also have a track record (calibrated to career stage) of teaching or service activities addressing the needs of individuals historically excluded from higher education, and a clear vision of how their work at UC Davis will contribute to the University's mission of serving the needs of our diverse state and student population.

Applicants are required to submit evidence of teaching excellence (i.e., a teaching statement describing their experience as well as perspectives and practices related to effective teaching, a chronological list of all teaching experience, a teaching portfolio with three examples of instructional materials, and recent peer or student evaluations); evidence of scholarly contributions (i.e., a statement describing their current and planned scholarship and a scholarship portfolio with three examples of publications, workshops, or posters); and evidence of contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion (i.e., a DEI statement describing their track record of engagement and activity related to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and their plans for future engagement; see https://academicaffairs.ucdavis.edu/guidelines-writing-diversity-statement for guidance and information about the university's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

All application materials for the Assistant Teaching Professor position should be submitted electronically at: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/06659 by October 1, 2024.

The start date for this position is July 1, 2025. The position will remain open until filled. Applications must be submitted by October 1, 2024 for full consideration. Applications submitted after this date may not be considered. If you have any questions about the search or position, feel free to contact the Search Committee Chairs, Dr. Victoria Cross (vlcross@ucdavis.edu) and Dr. Steve Luck (sjluck@ucdavis.edu).

Ph.D. or equivalent in psychology (or related field) or anticipated to be completed by July 1, 2025.

* Evidence of teaching, scholarship, and leadership relevant to successful teaching in the discipline of psychology

* Track record of and plans for future contributions to activities addressing the needs of individuals historically excluded from higher education

* Demonstrated ability or potential to develop curriculum and instruct undergraduate and graduate students

* Demonstrated ability or potential to develop a successful program of scholarship in teaching and learning in higher education that must include publishing peer-reviewed empirical articles; external funding and supporting graduate students are not required

* Demonstrated ability or potential and interest to mentor undergraduate and graduate students

* Evidence of communication and perspective-taking skills and collegiality consistent with effective departmental, campus, and professional citizenship

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco-free campus (http://breathefree.ucdavis.edu/).

We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain UC Davis positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check. More information is available at: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify

The University of California, Davis (UC Davis) is committed to inclusive excellence by advancing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do. UC Davis celebrates the multi-cultural diversity of its community by creating a welcoming and inclusive environment demonstrated through a variety of resources and programs available to academics, staff, and students. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values of UC Davis that are embedded within our Principles of Community and are tied with how to best serve our student population. Our excellence in research, teaching, and service can best be fully realized by members of our academic community who share our commitment to these values, which are included in our Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Vision, our strategic plan: "To Boldly Go," our Principles of Community, the Office of Academic Affairs' Mission Statement, and the UC Board of Regents Policy 4400: Policy on University of California Diversity Statement. UC Davis is making important progress towards our goal of achieving federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American, Native American, and Pacific Islander-Serving Institution. The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion offers a plethora of resources on their website, and the Office of Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (HEDI) has outlined similar goals in their "Anti-Racism and DEI Action Plan." There are a plethora of links available on the About Us webpage where you can learn more about our Administration, Diversity and Inclusion, Rankings, Locations, Native American Land Acknowledgement, Sustainability, Visiting UC Davis, UC Davis Health, and Campus Safety.

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As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.