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Assistant Professor/Master Instructor in Psychology
Company:
Missouri Southern State University
Location:
Joplin, MO, USA
Role:
Professor
Salary:
$57,890-$72,627
Assistant Professor/Master Instructor in Psychology—Joplin, Missouri
The Missouri Southern State University Psychology Department is seeking candidates for a full-time faculty position on its Joplin, Missouri campus. This position may be tenure-track (Assistant Professor) or non-tenure track (Master Instructor) depending on candidate credentials.
Successful candidates should be prepared to teach General Psychology and ABA courses.
Other responsibilities include student advising and participation in service activities to support an ABA clinic, including leadership. The position may be 10-month or 12-month with a flexible hire date (Summer or Fall 2025).
Requirements
A Master’s in Psychology or related field is required with multiple areas of specialization (e.g., Developmental, Clinical, ABA) that support our growing Applied Behavior Analysis center and program being considered.
Ideal candidates will have BCBA certification and clinical experience.
The position requires a demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and advising at the undergraduate level.
Applicants should provide a letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts, as well as the names and contact information of three professional references.
Review of applications will begin immediately. Official transcripts are required 45 days after the contract is issued. Employment is contingent upon a background check.
About the Company
Missouri Southern State University is a four year liberal arts public institution serving more than 5,600 students in over 140 academic programs offering undergraduate and graduate degrees. Internationally-focused semesters and enriching cultural events in theatre, art, music and film create an engaging learning environment for students and citizens of the region. MSSU is located in Joplin, MO, which is considered to be the Crossroads of America, and serves as the commercial hub for the four states area.
The Psychology Department, housed in the Julio S. León Health Sciences Center, provides the foundational skills for students to either start a career with a bachelor’s degree or to pursue further education. Class sizes are kept small, allowing a unique focus on the research skills that are vital to the field of psychology. Students complete a series of research courses, which ultimately allow them to conduct their own semester-long research project on a topic that interests them. While collecting data for their project, they have access to high-quality human and animal laboratories.
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Date Posted:
March 14, 2025
