**All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).** **Working Title:** Psychology, Assistant Professor (AA26018) **Institution:** Minnesota State University, Mankato **Classification Title:** State University Faculty **Bargaining Unit / Union:** 209: Inter Faculty Organization **City:** Mankato **FLSA:** Job Exempt **Full Time / Part Time:** Full time **Employment Condition:** Unclassified - Unlimited Academic **Salary Range:** $64,066.00 - $186,015.00 **Application Deadline:** Review of applications will begin on January 27, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. **Position:** Tenure-Track (Probationary*) **Salary Type:** Depends on qualifications **Job Description** The successful candidate will be prepared to contribute to teaching courses in the undergraduate psychology program related to clinical psychology. The successful candidate will be prepared to advise undergraduates and mentor undergraduates in research. Candidates should be prepared to actively engage in scholarship and service to the university, community, and discipline. **Responsibilities** + A typical faculty workload includes up to twenty-four (24) credits of instruction per academic year. + The successful candidate may need to teach in other areas as assigned and qualified. + Faculty may be expected to develop and deliver face-to-face, hybrid, and on-line instruction at the Mankato campus, online, and/or at the university’s additional locations, as assigned. + The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues in curriculum design, instruction and evaluation, conduct research productively and mentor students in research, help create innovative strategies for student recruitment, retention, and completion, and develop external funding. + All faculty members are expected to engage in scholarly or creative activity or research, in continuing preparation and study, in contributing to student growth and development, and in providing service to the university and community (See Article 22 and Appendix G of the IFO Master Agreement). + This position will advise undergraduate majors. + Teach courses related to mental health in the undergraduate psychology program. Teaching responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: + Abnormal Psychology (Psychopathology) + Health Psychology + Child and/or Adolescent Psychology + Teach undergraduate service-related courses which may include Introductory Psychology, Statistics, and Research Methods. + Engage in activities related to mental health outreach both on campus and in the community. + Advise and mentor research of undergraduate students. + Participate in Psychology Department activities. + Involvement in service to the university and community. **Minimum Qualifications** + Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (PhD, PsyD), Counseling Psychology (PhD, PsyD), or a related mental health discipline (e.g., health psychology) requiring the provision of clinical/counseling services as part of training. If ABD, degree must be completed by August 18, 2025 and transcript with terminal degree received by September 30, 2025. + Documentation of teaching success at a college or university level. + Demonstrated ability to serve a diverse student population in teaching, advising, and/or research, including experience with pedagogy that addresses diversity, equity, and inclusion. **Preferred Qualification** + Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment. + Preparation for teaching in areas of specialization and competence (examples could include Psychopathology/Abnormal Psychology, Health Psychology, Child and/or Adolescent Psychology, Psychology of Aging). + Post-doctoral clinical experience. + License or certification eligible in the state of Minnesota. + Ability to foster relationships with community organizations that provide mental health services. + Demonstrated potential for research productivity and willingness to involve undergraduate students in research. + Potential to secure external funding for research. + Experience advising undergraduate students. + Experience with using technology to support teaching. **Other Requirements** Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment. The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school’s policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years’ worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/ (http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/Y) . You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu . **About** **ADDITIONAL INFORMATION** Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at: www.mnsu.edu + **The salary range denoted above is the contractual range; however, salary upon hire is dependent upon qualifications and experience.** **University Demographics** Minnesota State University, Mankato is a member of the Minnesota State system. Minnesota State has established a strategic vision, Equity 2030, which aims to close the educational equity gaps across race and ethnicity, socioeconomic status, ability, and geographic location by the end of the decade at every Minnesota State college and university and to provide an opportunity for all Minnesotans to create a better future for themselves, for their families, and for their communities. The focus of the work includes: · Enhancing access and student success. · Providing Minnesota with the talent it needs. · Anchoring the communities and regions we serve. Equity 2030 seeks to bridge efforts occurring within divisions and institutions, creating an intentional statewide culture of equity-minded collaboration and resulting in equitable practice embedded throughout our institutions. The full Equity 2030 plan is linked here: https://www.minnstate.edu/Equity2030/index.html . Destination 2030 , the University’s strategic plan announced by President Edward Inch in August 2023, commits the University to making transformative strides in four main areas: being a lifelong provider of access to an equitable and affordable education; being a leader in transformational learning generating inspired action; being a nimble and innovative steward of resources; and being a community of care built upon diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We seek to attract teacher-scholars who will be culturally and academically diverse faculty members, and staff with a demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. Minnesota State University, Mankato, is student-centered and focuses on applied research that expands knowledge; improves learning; and serves the region, state, and nation. Founded as a Normal School in 1868, Minnesota State University, Mankato is now the second largest university in Minnesota with a tradition of combining big-ideas with real-world thinking to find solutions for pressing problems in the state, region, and global society. Mankato, Minnesota, is a community of nearly 44,500 people, about 85 miles southwest of the twin cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. The University acknowledges the land and the tribal nations upon this land whose work is being accomplished. We acknowledge that we are on Dakota land. We also take the opportunity to recognize that we live, work, and learn in the homeland of the Dakota people, whose language frames our name—Minnesota State University, Mankato. Serving approximately 17,900 students annually, the University is an applied research institution, with more than 200 academic programs, from bachelor’s through doctoral degrees. The University is a diverse and global campus with 18% students of color and1,175 + international students from 95 countries, cutting-edge information technology solutions and extensive partnerships, with 1,600 faculty and staff, including 700 teaching faculty. The University has additional locations and a growing number of on-line programs to accelerate educational access and opportunity. These locations include partnerships in northern Minnesota’s the iron range region. Fast facts about the university can be found here: https://mankato.mnsu.edu/about-the-university/fast-facts/ . **Application Procedures:** A complete online application will include the following attachments. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee. + Cover Letter + Non-Photo Resume/Curriculum Vitae + Contact Information for three (3) references + Unofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degree + A brief (no more than one-page) diversity statement defining diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and describing your views and actions toward advancing DEI including dimensions of social justice and racial equity related to race, gender, ability and culture. How would your views and prior actions regarding diversity, equity and inclusion align with Minnesota State University, Mankato’s goals? **CONTACT INFORMATION:** Jeffrey Buchanan, PhD Faculty Search Committee Chair Department of Psychology, AH103 Phone: 507-389-5824 TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711 Email: Jeffrey.buchanan@mnsu.edu ***** Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at: https://admin.mnsu.edu/human-resources/our-benefits/bargaining-units-and-personnel-plans/ . **NOTICE:** In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MN State’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check. **Benefits Information:** At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously. **Desired Start Date:** 08-18-2025 **Position End Date:** **Open Date:** 01-06-2025 **Close Date:** **Posting Contact Name:** Lacie R Mitchell-Garza **Posting Contact Email:** kz6609rp@minnstate.edu