Assistant Professor of Psychology

The University of Texas at Arlington

Department of Psychology

Assistant Professor

Position Number: F00556P

Link to apply: https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/29307

 

Job Summary

The Department of Psychology in the College of Science at the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. We are seeking candidates who investigate the complex interplay between cognition, emotion, and behavior and factors such as stress, depression, and/or anxiety to evaluate their bidirectional impact on brain or physical health. Candidates with expertise in Cognitive Psychology (e.g., perception, attention, memory, problem solving, reasoning, decision making, or language) are especially encouraged to apply. However, we welcome applications from all candidates engaged in research aimed at developing interventions that can enhance cognitive, symptomatic, and/or functional wellness in diverse populations, such as older adults or individuals grappling with chronic health conditions, trauma survivors, students, or underrepresented groups.  UTA is establishing a Clinical Imaging Research Center that will house a 3 Tesla MRI dedicated to research. The university also plans to launch the Arlington Study of Healthy Aging, an interdisciplinary initiative aimed at understanding the mechanisms of age-related functional decline. Competitive applications that align with these strategic initiatives will be given special consideration.

 

Benefits at UTA

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https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php

 

CBC Requirement

It is the practice of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The successful applicant will be committed to excellence in research, teaching, and service, and will be expected to supervise graduate and/or undergraduate student research and teach graduate and/or undergraduate courses.

 

Required Qualifications

Minimum requirements for this position include: (1) a Ph.D. or equivalent in Psychology, Neuroscience, or closely related discipline; (2) strong publication record or strong publication potential; (3) evidence of existing funding or potential to develop a strong research program with external funding; and (4) commitment to quality teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels.

 

Department Information

The Department of Psychology, which is housed within the College of Science, offers both a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Psychology, a Master of Science in Psychology (Specialization in Industrial/Organizational Psychology), a Master of Science in Learning Analytics, and a Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology. Additional information about our graduate and undergraduate programs can be found at https://www.uta.edu/psychology/index.php.

 

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

 

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.

 

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

 

Special Instructions to Applicant

To apply applicants should go to https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/29307 and submit the following materials:

(1)   Curriculum Vitae

(2)   Cover Letter [2-page maximum]

(3)   Statement of Research Interests and Goals [3-page maximum]

(4)   Statement of Teaching Interests and Expertise [3-page maximum]

(5)   Representative Publications [3 maximum]

(6)   Names And Contact Information of Three References

 

 

Deadline

Review of applications will begin October 5, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.

 

Questions

Contact Dr. Hunter Ball (hunter.ball@uta.edu)

 

For more information about UTA

Please visit: https://www.uta.edu/uta