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Lecturer in Psychology

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Lecturer in Psychology

Location:
Knoxville, TN
Open Date:
Feb 9, 2023
Description:

The Department of Psychology at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, invites applications to fill a full-time lecturer position to support our growing Neuroscience major.  This non-tenure-track position, which will begin August 1, 2023, will be renewable yearly, contingent upon evidence of excellent teaching and the department's staffing needs. 

The Neuroscience major is the fastest growing major at the University, with approximately 650 majors and 100 minors.  In addition to the BS in neuroscience, the department offers a BA in psychology, which, at over 1,000 majors, is one of the largest undergraduate majors at the University.  The Department also has graduate programs in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Neuroscience and Behavior, Cognitive and Developmental Sciences, and Social Psychology.  We currently have 35 tenure-line faculty, 6 full-time lecturers, and several part-time lecturers.  All of our faculty highly value excellence in undergraduate education, and many of our faculty and graduate teaching assistants have won awards for their teaching at departmental, college, university, and national levels.  The University of Tennessee has a well-established promotion system for full-time, non-tenure track lecturers.  Information about the Department and the undergraduate programs is online at https://psychology.utk.edu/ . UT is located within easy driving distance to Asheville, Nashville, Atlanta, and the Great Smoky Mountains.  The city of Knoxville is a hidden gem with a beautiful and walkable downtown, varied nightlife, active neighborhoods, and eclectic shopping and restaurants.


Qualifications:

Applicants must have a PhD in Psychology, Neuroscience, Biology, or an equivalent field by August 2023.  The successful applicant should have the ability to teach foundational neuroscience courses and other courses relevant to our neuroscience and psychology majors, an interest in developing new courses and labs to meet the needs of our rapidly growing neuroscience major, and a demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence.


Application Instructions:

Applicants should electronically submit materials via the Interfolio portal (insert Interfolio URL). Application materials should include a 1) cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) teaching statement, 4) evidence of teaching effectiveness, 5) statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, and 6) three letters of recommendation. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.


Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity, 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, telephone 865-974-2498. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Equity and Diversity.

Organization

Working at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Founded in 1794, the University of Tennessee is one of the nation’s oldest and most storied public universities. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee’s flagship land-grant institution includes the statewide Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute in Tullahoma. The university embodies excellence in teaching, discovery, scholarship, research, creative activity, outreach, and engagement. Known as the Volunteers, we lead with a spirit of selflessness, empathy, and courage, and strive to be champions for diversity, equity, and inclusion

UT Knoxville is a Research 1 university with 11 academic colleges and more than 900 programs of study. With an enrollment of more than 30,000 students, our academic programs are repeatedly ranked top in their class. The university co-manages Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the country’s most prominent national lab, driving innovation in advanced manufacturing and materials, national security, and more. We are closely connected with our communities through outreach and extension efforts across Tennessee and through partnerships with non-profits, corporations, and industries—regionally, nationally, and around the globe.

The city of Knoxville is nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. The modern, thriving community is surrounded by gorgeous lakes and hundreds of miles of walking, hiking, and biking trails. Situated along the banks of the Tennessee River, our beautiful features an eclectic music scene, internationally recognized festivals, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of diverse cultural activities. Knoxville is located within a day’s drive of Atlanta, Nashville, Asheville, Charlotte, Louisville, Cincinnati, Memphis, Chicago, and Washington D.C.

Knoxville and the surrounding counties have a population of more than 850,000 people. The region houses many leading corporations and organizations, including Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Pilot/Flying J, the Tennessee Valley Authority, and Regal Cinemas, along with HGTV, Food Network, and other networks owned by Discovery Inc.

As a member of the UT family, you will be surrounded by top-notch faculty, staff, and students from around the world. You will be part of a diverse campus community that is passionate about changing the world and cheering for the Vols on game day.

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