Assistant or Associate Professor of Psychology

NORTHWEST NAZARENE UNIVERSITY
SCHOOL OF ARTS, HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
Assistant or Associate Professor of Psychology

Northwest Nazarene University
Northwest Nazarene University, a comprehensive Christian university, offers over 60 areas of study, 19 master's degrees in seven different disciplines and one doctoral degree. In addition to its 85-acre campus located in Nampa, Idaho, the University also offers programs online as well as in Boise, Idaho Falls, McCall, Twin Falls and in cooperation with programs in 10 countries. Founded in 1913, the university now serves over 2,000 undergraduate and graduate students, more than 6,000 continuing education students, and 2,300 high school students through the concurrent credit program. NNU is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, and has been rated by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top master's level universities in the west.

Department of Psychology
NNU's Department of Behavioral Studies and Cultural Studies has about 75 students with diverse interests and goals, and offers scientist/practitioner and interdisciplinary majors. In addition, the department serves about one-third of the students on campus through general education and support courses each year. Students in the department regularly present research papers at state, regional, and national professional conferences. Upon graduation, some majors pursue doctoral degrees (in which they are very competitive), some go directly into the field of human services, while others enter graduate programs and/or professions not directly related to the discipline of psychology (e.g., business, law). The department's five faculty members enjoy a high level of collegiality within the department, and with faculty and students from other departments across campus.

Description of Position
Northwest Nazarene University is accepting applications for a full-time, tenure track, faculty position in Psychology. This position is scheduled to begin in the fall of 2012. This faculty person will teach a variety of undergraduate courses in general psychology and counseling, and will advise majors. Modest ongoing research that involves students is expected. Other responsibilities include committee assignments, retention, and recruiting efforts on behalf of the Department.

Minimum Requirements
Applicants should have a Ph.D. or Psy.D. (ABDs considered) in clinical psychology or other closely-related field in psychology. Preference will be given candidates with the degree completed, demonstrated excellence in classroom teaching, and the ability to teach introductory level courses in general psychology, lifespan development, social, and/or psychology of religion. The university requires that all candidates have a Christian perspective (preferably in the Wesleyan tradition), and must be comfortable with and in agreement with the mission and lifestyle values of NNU.

Compensation
The salary will be determined by the educational background and experience of the applicant. Full-time faculty will be offered a benefits package including health insurance for faculty and family, life and disability insurance, opportunities for faculty development, sabbatical experiences, and a retirement program.

Application Process
To be considered for this position, a complete application packet must be received. Complete application packet will include the following:

Letter of interest
Application form
Resume
Responses to the NNU Christian Mission requirements link
Two references from professional associates
A pastor’s reference letter
Transcripts (unofficial are okay for the hiring process, official may be required upon hire)

If you have questions about the position, please contact Dr. Ron Ponsford at (208) 467-8253 or reponsford(at)nnu.edu.

Send or email completed application packet to:
Office of Human Resources
Northwest Nazarene University
623 S. University Blvd.
Nampa, ID 83686
Phone: (208) 467-8036
Fax: 208-467-8587
Email: hr(at)nnu.edu

Posted 2/8/2012. Review of applications to begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Northwest Nazarene University is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer. As an educational institution operating under the auspices of the Church of the Nazarene, Northwest Nazarene University is permitted, and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (Title VII, sections 702- 703, United States Civil Rights act of 1964 as amended.)