Job Posting: Assistant Professor of Psychology and Human Services

Location: Montreat, North Carolina
Start Date: January or August 2023

Summary

The School of Arts and Sciences at Montreat College seeks a full-time faculty member in the Psychology and Human Services Department to join a growing and dynamic faculty team. Montreat College’s enrollment has grown rapidly in recent years, and Psychology and Human Services students currently constitute one of the largest majors on campus. This faculty member will teach introductory and upper-level courses in Psychology, Sociology, and possibly Counseling, commensurate with applicant’s background and the needs of the program.

Duties and Responsibilities

The candidate will be responsible for:

• Teaching general education and major courses in the Psychology and Human Services department determined by background and departmental needs, including but not limited to courses in Social Psychology, Personality, Abnormal, Counseling, and Sociology
• Advising students
• Participating in faculty committees
• Other duties as described in the Faculty Handbook

Qualifications

Successful candidate will affirm and support the Mission, Vision, and Statement of Faith of Montreat College.

The successful candidate will also demonstrate support for Christian liberal arts education and the specific ability to integrate faith and the discipline in a compelling, thoughtful manner.

Teaching excellence and a willingness to serve the broader college community through service and committee work are also expected.

Education/Experience

PhD. in Psychology or Sociology. ABD considered with evidence of significant progress toward dissertation completion. College-level teaching and research experience preferred.

Supervision

Vice President of Academic Affairs

Application Requirements/How to Apply

Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Candidates should send the following materials to Mark Hijleh:

1. Complete Job Application
2. Letter of Application
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. Transcripts of Undergraduate and Graduate Work (unofficial transcripts are acceptable for initial screening; official transcripts required prior to employment)
5. Statement of Faith
6. Statement of Philosophy of Christian Higher Education
7. List of Three References with Contact Information

About Montreat College

Montreat College is a Christian liberal arts college accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to offer masters, bachelors, and associates degrees. The main campus is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains fifteen miles east of Asheville, North Carolina, a region recognized as one of the most attractive living environments in the United States. The College is committed to Christ-centered teaching and learning, and is a member of the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities.

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