Assistant Professor in I/O Psychology (non-tenure)

University of Maryland at College Park

How to Apply

Link to Apply: https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/110552

About the Position

UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND AT COLLEGE PARK has two openings for an Assistant Professor (non-tenure track), professional track faculty member in Masters of Professional Studies (MPS) in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, both positions beginning October 9, 2023 with the official payroll title of Assistant Clinical Professor.

The University of Maryland’s Industrial/Organizational Psychology Master’s program is a nationally ranked IO Master’s program. The UMD IO Master’s program affords opportunities to students inside and outside the classroom through: courses focused on building applied skills, student mentorship, special interest workshops and webinars, and the chance to grow applied skills through experiential opportunities. There are three principles that guide the UMD IO Master’s program: collaborative culture, growth and development, and diversity. The foci of the faculty are to: help students fully engage in the scientist/practitioner model, develop applied and practical skills, and uphold the importance of community. Applicants can view a full description of the Master’s in Industrial Organizational Psychology program at Maryland at https://iop.umd.edu/.

Responsibilities 

The UMD IO Master’s program welcomes applicants who have a strong desire to teach, contribute to student development, and participate in and lead program development initiatives. Primary faculty responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Teaching in the UMD IO Master’s program
• Course design and development
• Participation in expanding and implementing of program initiatives, such as certifications
• Student development
• Assisting in establishing partnerships with local organizations
• Attending events hosted by the UMD IO Master’s program, such as new student orientation, graduation events, program networking socials, etc.

The UMD IO Master’s program has approximately 25-30 students in each cohort, with two cohorts accepted a year. Classes are taught along two modalities: 1) fully online live, synchronous classes; and 2) hybrid model, such that half of the required course hours are taught in-person and half are taught online though the learning management system. Courses are taught year-round on a 12-week term calendar, with in-person classes taking place on the College Park campus. If the department has available courses in a semester, the faculty member may also have the opportunity, if desired, to teach undergraduate students, for up to two additional courses a year. This position begins with a one-year 12-month appointment subject to renewal based on performance and funding. Following the successful completion of the initial contract, contracts may be expanded to a three-year appointment. The two positions are available at 80% – 100% FTE.

We are particularly interested in applicants who have expertise in:

• Fundamentals of business
• Training and development
• Performance management
• Organizational change and development
• Foundational and advanced quantitative methods
• Applied research methods

Qualifications 

The ideal candidate for this position will have: (1) a doctoral degree from an Industrial/ Organizational Psychology program, Business program (or similar area of focus); (2) a desire to work on program development initiatives (3) an active interest in mentoring and advising graduate students; (4) a demonstrated record of strong teaching abilities; and (5) availability to teach courses in the evening hours.

Experience in an applied setting related to IO psychology is desired. IO professionals with applied experience who are interested in transitioning into a teaching position will be strongly considered.

Required documents for consideration include:

• CV/Resume
• Personal statement
• Teaching statement
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness
• Diversity statement
• Name and contact information for three references

The review of applications will begin August 30, 2023 and will continue until the positions are filled. Please apply for the job on the UMD Career website at: https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/110552.