Assistant Professor of Behavioral Sciences- F00036

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Job Summary:

The School of Social and Behavioral Sciences at Mercy University seeks a candidate for a full-time Assistant Professor of Behavioral Science beginning Fall 2027. This is a non-tenure track, multi-year contract (MYC) core faculty position. At Mercy, MYC faculty receive annual contracts until their Third-Year Review, at which time they become eligible for two-, three-, or five-year contracts.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in Behavioral Science and Sociology and contribute to the development and delivery of curriculum within the program. The Faculty member will participate in departmental meetings and contribute to program initiatives and activities as appropriate. Instruction will occur in person at the Dobbs Ferry, Manhattan and Bronx campuses, with some remote possibilities.

Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with a diverse student population and contributing to an inclusive learning environment.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate courses in Behavioral Science and Sociology.
• Deliver instruction in person at the Dobbs Ferry, Manhattan and Bronx campuses with possible remote components.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of curriculum within the Behavioral Science program.
• Participate in departmental meetings and program initiatives.
• Engage with students to support their academic and career success.
• Collaborate with faculty in a dynamic team environment.
• Maintain professional engagement in scholarly activity and social research appropriate to the discipline.

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. It in no way states or implies that the responsibilities listed are the only duties required to perform in this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position responsibilities if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

Preferred Skills:

Specialization in one or more of the following areas:

• Public Health and/or Medical Sociology
• Research Methodologies and Data Analysis
• Community Development
• Inequality and Social Policy
• Conflict Resolution and Mediation
• Experience cultivating inclusive learning environments.
• Experience working effectively in a collaborative academic team setting

Required Skills & Experience:

• Demonstrated record of effective undergraduate teaching.
• Experience building and modifying undergraduate curricula
• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic academic environment.
• Commitment to serving the needs of diverse students.
• Strong potential for social research and scholarly activity.

Education Requirements:

• PhD in Sociology, Behavioral