Assistant Professor
Louisiana State University

Job Info

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Job Description:

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR -

INDUSTRIAL/ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAM

LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY

Job Summary:

The Department of Psychology at Louisiana State University is accepting applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant level within the Industrial/Organizational Psychology program effective August 2023. This appointment will be full-time (nine-month), with an attractive 2-2 teaching load. The position requires 1) engaging in research activity including seeking external funding, publishing journal articles/book chapters, and presenting research at conferences, 2) teaching and supervising graduate and undergraduate students, 3) participating in departmental, college, and university service commensurate with rank.

We are seeking a colleague who can contribute to the growing and energetic faculty in the I/O area. Although we are open to all substantive areas of expertise within I/O psychology, preference will be given to applicants whose research complements the existing research program of the I/O faculty as well as those who can advance the LSU's strategic initiative in conducting research in the area of Big Data, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence. We are also particularly interested in scholars with statistical or methodological expertise (e.g., multi-level modeling, meta-analysis, psychometrics). ABDs near completion and advanced Assistant Professors are encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications:

A Ph.D. in I/O Psychology or a closely related field with specialization substantively relevant to I/O Psychology is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to candidates with strong quantitative and methodological skills in areas related to Data Science.

Additional Information:

Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. LSU and the Department of Psychology are firmly committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty; thus, women and those from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; sick leave; paid holidays; wellness benefits; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Application materials, including the following:

Vita Cover letter Description of research program (Other Document 1), Sample of scholarly writing (Other Document 2), Evidence of mentoring/teaching excellence (Other Document 3)

A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.

Please provide contact information for three letter of recommendation writers. Letters will be requested later in the search process.

Please contact the chair of the search committee and director of I/O training: Dr. Don Zhang (zhang1@lsu.edu) with questions. More information about the I/O Psychology program at LSU can be found at: https://www.lsu.edu/hss/psychology/grad/prospective-student/areas-of-specialization/organizational.php

Louisiana State University is one of the nation's premier public land-, sea-, and space-grant institutions, and is recognized as a "Very High Research Activity (R1) institution" under the Carnegie Classification system. LSU maintains high levels of research activity and high standards for teaching excellence, offering Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral degrees. The University is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, its positive work environment, its student engagement, and its beautiful campus. LSU is located in Baton Rouge, the second largest city in Louisiana, which enjoys a thriving and diverse community.

LSU is committed to diversity and is an equal opportunity/equal access employer.

Additional Job Description: Special Instructions:

Application materials, including the following:
1. Vita
2. Cover letter
3. Description of research program (Other Document 1),
4. Sample of scholarly writing (Other Document 2),
5. Evidence of mentoring/teaching excellence (Other Document 3)

A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.

Please provide contact information for three letter of recommendation writers. Letters will be requested later in the search process.

Posting Date:

September 22, 2022

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Essential Position (Y/N): LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. To learn more about how LSU is committed to diversity and inclusivity, please see LSU's Diversity Statement and Roadmap. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).

HCM Contact Information:

Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or emailed HR@lsu.edu

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