The Psychology Field Group at Pitzer College is recruiting a tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Psychology: Cognitive Development and Education. A Ph.D. or Ed.D. in a relevant discipline is required. The preferred area of expertise is cognitive development with a focus on education. Training in cognitive development is essential whereas a focus on education is desirable. Candidates must be well prepared to offer courses in quantitative and/or qualitative research methods. We expect a capability and commitment to teach research methods (quantitative) and a specialized research course (quantitative and/or qualitative).
Teaching load is five courses per academic year, typically reduced to four courses in the first year, and may include introductory psychology, mid-level courses in developmental, cognitive, and/or educational psychology, research methods, specialized research practica and seminar courses in the candidate’s area(s) of specialization, and occasionally a writing-intensive first-year seminar.
Interdisciplinary expertise in neuroscience, cognitive science, and data science would be valued. We are interested in teacher-scholars whose work intersects with the core values of the college: social responsibility, intercultural understanding, interdisciplinary learning, student engagement, and/or environmental sustainability. Candidates should articulate these connections in the cover letter.
A complete application will include:
- cover letter (up to 2 pages) including connections to Pitzer’s core values
- curriculum vitae
- three letters of recommendation
- statement of teaching philosophy (up to 2 pages)
- sample syllabi or teaching materials
- course evaluations or other evidence of teaching effectiveness
- a research statement (up to 2 pages)
- publications or other evidence of scholarly activity
- diversity statement (up to 2 pages), addressing how the applicant’s cultural, experiential, or academic background contributes to the understanding of diversity at the college.
Complete applications (including reference letters) received by 09/15/2024 will receive full consideration.
Pitzer College has a strong institutional commitment to diversity in all areas and strongly encourages candidates from underrepresented groups. We favor candidates who can contribute to the College’s distinctive educational objectives, which promote interdisciplinary perspectives, intercultural understanding, and concern with social responsibility and the ethical implications of knowledge and action. Pitzer College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. For the successful applicant with the relevant interests, affiliations are possible with the intercollegiate departments of Africana Studies, Asian American Studies, Chican@/Latin@ Studies, and/or the Intercollegiate Feminist Center for Teaching, Research, and Engagement. Collaborations with the Robert Redford Conservancy for Southern California Sustainability, the Institute for Global-Local Action and Study, the Community Engagement Center, and the CASA Pitzer program are encouraged.
Pitzer College is a liberal arts college with a strong interdisciplinary tradition and commitment to social justice, one of seven members of The Claremont Colleges Consortium located 35 miles east of Los Angeles. In a continuing effort to build a diverse academic community and to provide equal educational and employment opportunities, Pitzer College actively encourages applications from women and members of historically under-represented groups.
Compensation range: $93,000 – $95,000