CHAMINADE UNIVERSITY OF HONOLULU
MISSION STATEMENT
Chaminade University offers its students an education in a collaborative learning environment that prepares them for life, service and successful careers. Guided by its Catholic, Marianist and liberal arts educational traditions, Chaminade encourages the development of moral character, personal competencies, and a commitment to build a just and peaceful society. The University offers both the civic and church communities of the Pacific region its academic and intellectual resources in the pursuit of common aims.
Position Information
Title: Assistant/Associate Professor of Psychology (Non-Tenure)
Division: School of Education and Behavioral Sciences
Exempt, Full-time
9-month position
Position Summary
The responsibilities of this position comprise of teaching courses in the undergraduate day program and graduate programs. As a faculty member, the Assistant/Associate Professor is expected to actively participate in curriculum development and assessment, accreditation, and student related activities (i.e., regular office hours).
Reports to
Direct Report to: Dean of Education and Behavioral Sciences
Essential Responsibilities
Program Management and Operation (90% of work time)
- Teach 21 credit hours per academic year (undergraduate and graduate courses)
- Provide comprehensive academic advising
- Actively participate in University, School, and Department committees
- Actively participate in the accreditation process
- Actively participate in program assessment, curriculum development, and grant writing
- Actively develop scholarship (e.g., publications, conference presentations)
- Other duties and university service may be assigned by the Dean, within the scope of the Faculty Handbook.
Disclaimer
This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive. Details relating to both essential and non-essential functions of the job are not precise and are only an approximation, which can vary on a day-to-day basis and are subject to change on an as-needed basis and/or in the sole discretion of supervisory management.
Education and Experience
Minimum
- A doctoral degree in School Psychology, Education, Psychology, or a related field. If doctoral degree is not in School Psychology than an EdS or MA/MS degree in School Psychology with a related doctoral degree.
Preferred
- 2 years of Higher Education level teaching. National Certified School Psychologist. 1 year experience conducting cognitive, behavioral, and achievement tests in an educational or clinical setting.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Must possess high integrity and ethical standards.
- Must have the ability to create and facilitate a meaningful learning environment.
- Demonstrate a willingness to teach a variety of psychology and counseling psychology courses in a diverse educational setting.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Advanced skills in the use of computer software applications (i.e., Word, Power Point, Excel, Access, & SPSS) and learning management systems (i.e., Canvas) and the internet.
- Excellent project management skills and ability to prioritize work and resources.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to interpret data and prepare reports.
- Knowledge and experience in using common office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers.
Physical Requirements
Duties involve light work in an office and community setting and requires a minimum of physical effort with intermittent sitting, standing, climbing stairs, and walking inclines. Must be able to lift 20 pounds, walk the campus with ease, and have excellent motor skills. Must have finger dexterity. Must be able to communicate information and ideas so that others will understand.
Other Requirements (10% of work time)
- Attend meetings and provide service as required for the program, school, university and community committees and work groups.
- This is a full time, exempt position. Forty hours per week (M-F) will be the general rule. However, additional hours or workday schedule changes may be occasionally required depending on the project cycles and workflow demands of the department. Must be willing and able to work occasional nights, weekends, and a varying schedule.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
- Observes all safety and health regulations and works in accordance with safe work procedures and policies of the University. Reports unsafe acts/conditions and injuries in a timely and proper manner.
Marianist Identity/Native Hawaiian & Pacific Island Serving
An expressed willingness to respect and support the Catholic and Marianist identity of Chaminade University of Honolulu and to perform all duties in a manner consistent with Marianist educational values and mission of the University. Understanding of and respect for the University’s designation as an institution that serves students of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island ancestry.
Skills Required
- Doctoral degree in School Psychology, Education, Psychology, or related field (or EdS/MA/MS in School Psychology plus related doctoral degree)
- Teach 21 credit hours per academic year (undergraduate and graduate courses)
- Provide comprehensive academic advising and participate in university, school, and department committees
- Advanced skills in computer software applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, SPSS) and learning management systems (Canvas)
- Ability to develop scholarship (publications, conference presentations) and participate in accreditation, assessment, curriculum development, and grant writing
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to interpret data and prepare reports; strong project management and prioritization skills
- Willingness to teach a variety of psychology and counseling courses in a diverse educational setting
- Must be able to work occasional nights, weekends, and varying schedules as needed
- Preferred: 2 years of higher education teaching experience
- Preferred: Nationally Certified School Psychologist
- Preferred: 1 year experience conducting cognitive, behavioral, and achievement tests in educational or clinical setting
What We Do
Chaminade University of Honolulu believes in the power of education to drive positive change, broaden perspectives and deepen our understanding of one another. With an emphasis on transformative service-learning experiences, we prepare students to serve as tomorrow’s leaders, inspiring and challenging them to use their minds and their hearts to help build stronger and more just communities. We are proud to serve as Hawai‘i’s only Marianist university, and rely on these values to guide us in delivering a high-quality education with an individualized approach and a focus on excellence, innovation and change. Established in 1955, we offer more than 30 undergraduate and graduate programs, including doctoral degrees in education, psychology and nursing practice. Learn more at chaminade.edu.
