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The Department of Psychology at Smith College invites applications for a one-year, benefits eligible position at the rank of Lecturer to begin July 1, 2022.  Teaching responsibilities for this position will regularly include Introductory Psychology, intermediate courses in the field of Psychology of Adolescence and Emerging Adulthood, and an upper-level seminar in a topic in the candidate’s area of expertise.   Other courses may be taught depending upon the candidate’s field of specialization. Candidates should have a strong foundation in adolescence and emerging adulthood, and candidates with experience in sexual identity, racial identity or other types of cultural identity are encouraged to apply. A Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology, Cultural Psychology, or a related field is expected by the time of appointment. Candidates from groups underrepresented in Psychology are encouraged to apply.

Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is the largest women’s college in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts.  A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. Smith College offers opportunities to foster faculty success at every career stage, such as those listed here.  The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst.  Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges. Details about the Department of Psychology may be found at http://www.smith.edu/Psychology.

Diversity and a culture of equity and inclusion among students, staff, faculty, and administration are crucial to the mission and values of Smith College. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or veteran status in the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of any of its programs and activities, as specified by all applicable laws and regulations. Women, historically underrepresented minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Submit application at http://apply.interfolio.com/106600 with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a diversity/inclusion statement, a teaching statement, a research statement, and three letters of reference.  Review of applications will begin on June 3, 2022.