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Department of Psychology318.797.5044 (Fax) 318.798.4171
One University PlaceShreveport, LA 71115-2399
Assistant Professor in PsychologyTenure-Track Position
The Department of Psychology at Louisiana State University Shreveport (LSUS) is seeking applications for a 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position effective August 2020. The candidate will contribute to the cross-disciplinary needs of the Department, including but not limited to teaching undergraduate courses in the Psychology Department, and graduate courses in the Specialist in School Psychology and Masters in Counseling programs. Candidates are expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching, research, and service to the university, community, and professional organizations.
Teaching assignments will accommodate the candidate’s expertise and interests. Current departmental priorities are undergraduate courses in applied behavior analysis, research methods, and psychometrics. Candidates with expertise and interest in applied behavior analysis and on-line instruction are strongly preferred in order to contribute to the development of a Behavior Analysis Concentration for undergraduate psychology majors at LSUS.
Salary and benefits are commensurate with qualifications and experience. Minimum qualifications are a doctoral degree with a concentration in Behavior Analysis, School Psychology, or closely related field; applicants who are A.B.D. may be considered. Applicants with or who are eligible for Board Certification in Behavior Analysis are encouraged to apply to the position.
To apply, a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for at least three references should be sent electronically to:
Dr. Katherine WickstromChair of the Psychology Position Search Committee
The Department of Psychology at LSUS has a strong commitment to a scientist-practitioner model that emphasizes evidence-based practices. If you have questions about the position, please contact [email protected]; 318-797-5173. Review of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
About LSUS:LSUS has a current enrollment of more than 7,000 students, and boasts a high percentage of faculty with terminal degrees. The Department of Psychology currently enrolls approximately 150 undergraduate and 50 graduate students. The Department has an active community clinic for research and training that is shared by the Specialist in School Psychology and Masters in Counseling graduate programs. Information about the department can be found at https://www.lsus.edu/academics/college-of-education-and-human-development/school-of-human-sciences/department-of-psychology
About Shreveport:The Shreveport-Bossier City area offers an attractive quality of life, combining the conveniences of a big city with the warmth and hospitality of a smaller town. With a metropolitan population of approximately 400,000, the Shreveport-Bossier City area offers a low cost of living, affordable housing, and many diverse dining and entertainment options. Exceptional outdoor recreation opportunities are abound. Frequently called "A Sportsman's Paradise," the area's mild climate, various lakes and rivers, and beautiful parks create the perfect setting for jogging, bicycling, water skiing, jet skiing, hunting and fishing. For other recreational activities, Shreveport-Bossier is home to riverboat casinos and horse racing at Louisiana Downs. Additional entertainment venues include the CenturyLink Center, which hosts numerous musical events, comedians, rodeos, children’s events and ice skating productions, among others. Shreveport also hosts dozens of festivals with regional food and music, and offers regular theatrical productions, ballet performances, as well as performances by the Shreveport Symphony and the Shreveport Opera. Shreveport is also home to the American Rose Garden.
LSUS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. The University values equality and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse faculty that reflects contemporary society and enriches our campus community.