Job ID: 96807

Psychology Instructor, Division of Science, NYU Abu Dhabi

Position: Professor

Deadline: 11 April 2023

Employment Start Date: 1 September 2023

City: Abu Dhabi

Country: United Arab Emirates

Institution: New York University Abu Dhabi

Department: Division of Science

Description:

Psychology Instructor
Division of Science
NYU Abu Dhabi

The Division of Science at NYU Abu Dhabi invites applications for an Instructor (teaching assistant) position in the field of Psychology, with the rank open, depending on experience and qualifications. We encourage applicants with experience in the teaching of Psychology undergraduate courses.

NYUAD values diversity, inclusion, belonging, and equity; such principles are fundamental to the university’s commitment to excellence. Our faculty are the engines that sustain our inclusive environment; NYUAD students come from more than 115 countries, with no single one nationality exceeding more than 15 percent of the total student population. Likewise, our faculty are highly diverse and community-minded: our modern campus is home to over 320 faculty who represent more than 45 different nationalities, all of whom bring a global perspective to their classrooms and research projects. Research is advanced by over 400 highly qualified research staff, who are likewise drawn from all over the world.

The Instructor will support NYU Abu Dhabi’s education mission by assisting in the instruction of the Psychology courses that are part of the Psychology undergraduate curriculum. In particular, the Instructor will work closely with Professors to play an active role in the preparation, development, delivery, and assessment of both recitation and lab sessions.

It is expected that the Instructor will assist in the program’s core courses: Introduction to Psychology, Biopsychology, Research Methods, and Statistics, depending on the needs of the Psychology undergraduate program. In addition, the Instructor will support lab-based advanced electives and the capstone seminar. Lab-based courses may include Labs in: Early Childhood Education, Multisensory Perception, Psychology Economic Inequality, Visual Neuroscience, Gender Images and Clinical Neuropsychology.

Instructors will support teaching through a variety of activities that may include in-class activities, group work, recitations, lab-based learning activities, office hours, and exam-prep sessions. Salaries are extremely competitive with a generous benefits package.

About NYU Abu Dhabi

Established in partnership between New York University (NYU) and the emirate of Abu Dhabi, NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) has assembled over the past decade a remarkable community of scholars, students, researchers, artists, inventors, and others who have contributed to the growth of the UAE’s capital as a global hub of knowledge and culture, while establishing a new model of higher education for today’s complex world.

NYUAD is animated by inspiring, diverse faculty, students, and staff working together in an exciting and dynamic city. As an international center of excellence in teaching and research, our goal is to attract outstanding faculty who are leaders in their fields, encouraging them to create programs that draw outstanding students and providing an intellectually rich environment.

Students are drawn from among the world’s best. They are bright, intellectually passionate, and committed to building a campus environment anchored in mutual respect, understanding, and care. The NYUAD undergraduate student body has garnered an impressive record of scholarships, graduate-school appointments, and many other global honors. Graduate education is an area of growth for the university and the current graduate student population of over 100 students is expected to expand in the next decade.

NYUAD is committed to building and strengthening a university-wide culture of inclusion, diversity, belonging, and equity (IDBE). For more information on NYUAD’s commitment to IDBE and how these values create fundamental to our mission please visit https://nyuad.nyu.edu/en/about/inclusion-diversity-belonging-and-equity.html.

Working for NYUAD

A world-class institution deserves world-class benefits. At NYUAD, we recognize that Abu Dhabi is more than where you work, it’s your home. In order for faculty to thrive, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to our top talent. This starts with a generous relocation allowance to ensure a smooth transition to Abu Dhabi, followed by a competitive salary, housing on campus if required; access to health and wellness services, plus more. NYUAD is committed to faculty success throughout the academic career trajectory, providing support for ambitious and world-class research projects and innovative, interactive teaching approaches. Support for dual-career families is a priority.

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Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc. or equivalent) in Psychology plus 3-5 years of experience in higher education or a Master’s degree in Psychology is required.

Expertise and/or interest in cognition and perception is a plus.

Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please submit the following items to: https://apply.interfolio.com/110634

• CV
• Cover Letter highlighting your interest in supporting teaching and learning
• Names and contact information for three (3) references. References will upload their letters directly to Interfolio.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and the position will stay open until it is filled.

NYUAD is committed to equality and is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates who will enrich and contribute to the cultural and ethnic diversity of our University.

For questions about this position, please email nyuad.science@nyu.edu.

If this sounds like you, apply now. Join NYU Abu Dhabi, an exceptional place for exceptional people. 

UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.