Assistant Professor - College of Health, Community and Policy (HCAP) - Department of Psychology

Location: San Antonio, TX Regular/Temporary: Regular Job ID: 10767 Full/Part Time: Part Time Position Information The University of Texas at San Antonio College for Health, Community, and Policy (HCaP) invites applications for three assistant professor tenure-track positions in psychology.
The University of Texas at San Antonio College for Health, Community, and Policy (HCaP) invites applications for three assistant professor tenure-track positions in psychology.
These positions are collectively being hired to respond to programmatic needs of all existing programs, as well as the development of a new doctoral degree program in Clinical Psychology.
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) As the third-largest of nine academic universities within The University of Texas System, UTSA is a leading public Hispanic Serving Institution, Carnegie R1 University deeply committed to student success and academic excellence.
UTSA specializes in health, cybersecurity, fundamental futures, and human-social development, reflected in its urban-serving mission.
UTSA fosters an innovation ecosystem that is accelerating transdisciplinary research through public and private strategic partnerships, home to a myriad of cross-disciplinary research centers and institutes along with research core facilities, and a robust system of research development to create discovery that enables innovative and cutting-edge work.
With over 34,000 students supported by more than 1,400 faculty and 5,600 staff and student employees, it is the largest university in the San Antonio metropolitan and South Texas region.
As one of the few universities designated as both Hispanic Serving Institution and a R1 University, UTSA is committed to both learning and discovery.
UTSA is focused on advancing the educational success of many first-generation, low income, underserved, transfer, Veteran, adult learners and international students by a faculty and academic experience second to none.
UTSA is focused on promoting social and economic prosperity for our region, where 63% of its students come from San Antonio and South Texas.
More than two thirds of UTSA students come from groups traditionally underserved by higher education (with more than half of the student body identifying as Hispanic) and about half of UTSA students are the first in their families to attend a college or university.
Additionally, transfer students comprise about 40% of UTSA's total undergraduate population.
Further enhancing the already rich mosaic of our student population is UTSA's military community, which makes up approximately 15% of total students and includes active-duty military members, veterans, reserves/guard, and their spouses and dependents.
For more information about UTSA, please visit https://www.
utsa.
edu/about/.
College The relatively newly formed (2020) College for Health, Community and Policy (HCAP) brings together researchers and educators in psychology, criminology, demography, kinesiology, public administration, public health, social work, and sociology.
The College is also home to four research centers and institutes: the Center for Applied Community and Policy Research, the Center for Community-Based and Applied Health Research, the Institute for Demographic and Social Research, and the Institute for Health Disparities.
This structural organization is amplifying partnerships and collaborations in teaching, research and community engagement.
Additionally, HCAP has partnered with the University of Texas Health at San Antonio to build collaborative programs, including a school of public health-the UT SPH San Antonio-in partnership with MetroHealth, the City of San Antonio's public health department, as well as a Ph.
D.
in clinical psychology.
Department The Department of Psychology in the College for Health, Community and Policy (HCAP) at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) consists of 26 full-time faculty members and offers undergraduate bachelors of science in psychology, a master's degree of experimental psychology, and a doctoral degree in experimental psychology.
Our faculty and students have been recognized regionally, nationally and internationally for excellence in both research and teaching.
Position Summary UTSA is committed to hiring multiple positions over the next several years as part of a cluster hire to support the development of the collaborative doctoral program in clinical psychology and fulfill the missions of all programs within the Department of Psychology.
As part of a larger cluster hire, outstanding candidates at the Assistant Professor level are invited to apply for three positions to support the existing MS and PhD Experimental Psychology programs, while also bridging or buttressing a new PhD program in Clinical Psychology under initial phases of development.
Preference will be given to hiring (1) a social psychologist with quantitative expertise in health, measurement, and social cognition (e.
g.
, perceptions and interpretation of other people's thoughts and emotions, social identity and prejudice, health attitudes, lay theories of mental disorders, etc.
); (2) a physiological/biopsychology/neuroscience psychologist with preference for expertise in psychological health, cognitive, quantitative, or computational neuroscience; and (3) an industrial or organizational psychologist.
In general, we will also prioritize applicants in areas including personality, health and well-being (especially military health, addictions), and measurement/assessment.
Our programs pride themselves on the quantitative training of its students, and therefore, we prefer candidates with strong statistical skills who can contribute in this domain.
Successful candidates will demonstrate: (1) a solid research agenda, publication record, and external funding capability in psychology and related areas commensurate with the rank of assistant professor; (2) demonstrated ability to excel in undergraduate and graduate education, training, and mentorship; and (3) potential to develop collaborative relationships with new and existing faculty members both within and across the department's programs.
Qualifications The required qualifications of the successful candidates are a Ph.
D.
degree in Psychology and an appropriate research and teaching record for appointment.
Moreover, the successful candidate(s) must demonstrate their ability to work with and be sensitive to the educational needs of first-generation and low-income urban populations and support the University's commitment to thrive as a Hispanic Serving Institution and a model for student success.
Applicants for an Assistant Professor position must earn a Ph.
D.
degree by August 1st, 2024, and must demonstrate a strong potential for excellence in research and teaching.
Ideal candidates for all positions include those who demonstrate evidence of a commitment to collaboration in research, teaching, and service endeavors.
The most competitive candidates will also have a strong record of external funding and experience in interdisciplinary research, curriculum development, and/or program development/management.
Application Process Applicants should submit their application packages via the UTSA People Excellence website under the link provided.
https://jobs.
utsa.
edu/ To apply, applicants must upload the following in a single PDF document: Cover letter expressing interest in the specific position and working at UTSA, as well as relevant experience Curriculum Vitae Research and teaching statements (3-page limit each) At least three professional references All applications received by October 20, 2023 will be given priority consideration.
Applications received after that date will be accepted and reviewed until all positions are filled.
Applicants selected for interviews must show proof that they will be eligible and qualified to work in the United States by the time of hire.
Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Tenure is contingent upon Board of Regents approval, and applicants must show a demonstrated commitment.
Questions and nominations for any position should be sent to the Alan Meca, PhD, Search Committee Chair at Alan.
Meca@utsa.
edu.
EEO/AA Statement As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status.
The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.
Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.