<p>Posting Number I02462 Classification Title Psychology Instructor | Temporary Full-Time Working Title Psychology Instructor | Temporary Full-Time AY 2026-2027| I02462 Employee Group Faculty Bargaining Unit APSCUF Location Main Campus Department Psychology Pay Rate Employment Type Temporary FT Work Schedule</p> <p>Work hours vary depending on class, student consultation hours, and service schedule.</p> <p>Position Summary Information</p> <p>Position Summary</p> <p>Teaching load is 4/4 at the undergraduate level. Possible class assignments include Introduction to Psychology, Research Methods, Statistics, Sensation & Perception, Cognitive Psychology, upper division Neuroscience classes, and/or Research Capstone as assigned. Hold 5 student consultation hours per week and assist with advisement of students in pre-professional programs, such as Neuroscience. Engage in service activities and scholarship.</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <p>Ph.D. or ABD in Neuroscience or Biopsychology or Psychology with a strong emphasis on Neuroscience.</p> <p>Commitment to the education of diverse populations.</p> <p>Successful performance in an interview and teaching demonstration.</p> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <p>College level teaching experience with courses listed in the posting, including Introduction to Psychology, Research Methods, Statistics, Sensation & Perception, Cognitive Psychology, and/or upper division Neuroscience Courses.</p> <p>Posting Detail Information</p> <p>Posting Date Closing Date Open Until Filled No Respect for Individuals in the Community</p> <p>Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.</p> <p>Notice of Non-Discrimination</p> <p>Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.</p> <p>The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:</p> <p>Assistant Vice President of Human Resources and Compliance/Title IX Coordinator</p> <p>008 Old Main Building</p> <p>104 Maltby Avenue</p> <p>Slippery Rock University</p> <p>Slippery Rock, PA 16057</p> <p>724.738.2016</p> <p>Special Instructions to Applicants</p> <p>The cover letter should include a description of how job qualifications are met, including describing any experience teaching the courses indicated in the posting. 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