Assistant Professor of Educational Psychology
Ball State
Muncie, IN
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 8, 2024
Posting Details
Position Information
Forbes has ranked Ball State University as the fourth-best midsized employer—and the only recognized education institution—in the State of Indiana. Learn More
Position Title
Assistant Professor of Educational Psychology
About this Opportunity
Ball State University welcomes applications for an Assistant Professor of Educational Psychology.
Ball State University and Our Pledge for the Future
Destination 2040: Our Flight Path establishes Ball State University's ambitious goals for our second century:
• We pledge to provide a premier educational experience for every student.
• We pledge to partner with the community to improve the lives of our neighbors.
• We are dedicated to having a lifelong presence in the lives of our alumni.
And when we complement these promises with our commitment to our enduring values, we define that which makes our University and its culture distinctive.
Our faculty are collegial, collaborative, innovative, inclusive, and adaptive, both within and beyond one's home unit. These attributes include commitments to collaborative discourse, interdisciplinary inquiry, and enterprising learning practices.
Our faculty are expected to be innovative, adaptive, engaging teachers across modalities; producers of impactful creative and/or scholarly work; leaders in meaningful service activities to multiple communities. We seek faculty members who are strategic thinkers, engaging our dynamic communities. We are committed to student and faculty success, impact, and access, within an environment that prioritizes inclusive excellence. We inspire each other to be critical thinkers and responsible citizens, so that we can pursue fulfilling careers and meaningful lives.
Ball State University lives the values of Beneficence. We invite you to be part of our community.
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
Our Statement on Inclusiveness
At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness' as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.' As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellenceand freedom of expression.
Benefits and Community
Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Click here to explore options.
Ball State Faculty Opportunities
Live Near Your Work - If you are considering living near the Ball State area, please visit the following link to learn more about relocation and living in east central Indiana:
https://www.bsu.edu/about/live-near-your-work
There's more to discover IN Indiana! Visit the following link to learn more:
IN Indiana
Appointment Type
Tenure-track
Length of Appointment
FT Academic Year
Description
The Department of Educational Psychology is seeking to fill a full-time tenure track position at the Assistant Professor level beginning August 2024 with specialties in Neuropsychology, neuropsychology of teaching, developmental psychology, research methods, educational psychology, school counseling, assessment, or school psychology assessment. Teaching responsibilities will include graduate courses in School Psychology and Educational Psychology. This position requires an on-campus presence. Some courses may be taught online. An active research agenda is required for successful progress in the tenure process, with flexibility in area of expertise in research. There are opportunities for research through the Psychoeducational Diagnostic and Intervention Clinic and the Neuropsychology Laboratory. There are also opportunities for collaboration with the medical professionals in the community and with other faculty on Ball State Campus. Service to the University, community, and professional community is also required for successful performance in the department.
Minimum Qualifications
Employer will consider sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
N/A
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
None
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Department
Educational Psychology:800050
College/Department Information
For questions please contact Dr. Janay Sander at: jbsander@bsu.edu
Department Email or Phone Number
765-285-8500
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
202401238F
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
08/12/2024
Position End Date
Posting Date
02/06/2024
Applications Accepted Through Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)
03/11/2024
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
For nominations and questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Tiffany Turner, Assistant Director of Talent Acquisition: tiffany.turner@bsu.edu
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter
In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University's enduring values, including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.'
Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information
For questions regarding this vacancy, please contact Dr. Janay Sander at jbsander@bsu.edu.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Position Information
Forbes has ranked Ball State University as the fourth-best midsized employer—and the only recognized education institution—in the State of Indiana. Learn More
Position Title
Assistant Professor of Educational Psychology
About this Opportunity
Ball State University welcomes applications for an Assistant Professor of Educational Psychology.
Ball State University and Our Pledge for the Future
Destination 2040: Our Flight Path establishes Ball State University's ambitious goals for our second century:
• We pledge to provide a premier educational experience for every student.
• We pledge to partner with the community to improve the lives of our neighbors.
• We are dedicated to having a lifelong presence in the lives of our alumni.
And when we complement these promises with our commitment to our enduring values, we define that which makes our University and its culture distinctive.
Our faculty are collegial, collaborative, innovative, inclusive, and adaptive, both within and beyond one's home unit. These attributes include commitments to collaborative discourse, interdisciplinary inquiry, and enterprising learning practices.
Our faculty are expected to be innovative, adaptive, engaging teachers across modalities; producers of impactful creative and/or scholarly work; leaders in meaningful service activities to multiple communities. We seek faculty members who are strategic thinkers, engaging our dynamic communities. We are committed to student and faculty success, impact, and access, within an environment that prioritizes inclusive excellence. We inspire each other to be critical thinkers and responsible citizens, so that we can pursue fulfilling careers and meaningful lives.
Ball State University lives the values of Beneficence. We invite you to be part of our community.
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
Our Statement on Inclusiveness
At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness' as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.' As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellenceand freedom of expression.
Benefits and Community
Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Click here to explore options.
- Affordable Healthcare
- Retirement
- Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development
Ball State Faculty Opportunities
Live Near Your Work - If you are considering living near the Ball State area, please visit the following link to learn more about relocation and living in east central Indiana:
https://www.bsu.edu/about/live-near-your-work
There's more to discover IN Indiana! Visit the following link to learn more:
IN Indiana
Appointment Type
Tenure-track
Length of Appointment
FT Academic Year
Description
The Department of Educational Psychology is seeking to fill a full-time tenure track position at the Assistant Professor level beginning August 2024 with specialties in Neuropsychology, neuropsychology of teaching, developmental psychology, research methods, educational psychology, school counseling, assessment, or school psychology assessment. Teaching responsibilities will include graduate courses in School Psychology and Educational Psychology. This position requires an on-campus presence. Some courses may be taught online. An active research agenda is required for successful progress in the tenure process, with flexibility in area of expertise in research. There are opportunities for research through the Psychoeducational Diagnostic and Intervention Clinic and the Neuropsychology Laboratory. There are also opportunities for collaboration with the medical professionals in the community and with other faculty on Ball State Campus. Service to the University, community, and professional community is also required for successful performance in the department.
Minimum Qualifications
- Completion of doctoral degree in school, clinical or counseling psychology area by time of position start.
- Eligibility for licensure as a health service psychologist, the independent level of psychology practice, in Indiana.
- Clinical neuropsychology doctoral practicum or internship training experience.
Employer will consider sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
- Neuropsychological training at the post-doctoral level.
- License-eligible within one year of taking the position.
- Doctoral degree from an APA accredited program.
N/A
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
None
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Department
Educational Psychology:800050
College/Department Information
For questions please contact Dr. Janay Sander at: jbsander@bsu.edu
Department Email or Phone Number
765-285-8500
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
202401238F
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
08/12/2024
Position End Date
Posting Date
02/06/2024
Applications Accepted Through Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)
03/11/2024
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
For nominations and questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Tiffany Turner, Assistant Director of Talent Acquisition: tiffany.turner@bsu.edu
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter
In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University's enduring values, including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.'
Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information
For questions regarding this vacancy, please contact Dr. Janay Sander at jbsander@bsu.edu.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Master's Transcripts
- Doctorate Transcripts
- Teaching Statement/Portfolio
- Research Statement/Papers
