Assistant Professor, Behavioral Sciences

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 Science, Public Health, or a

related social science discipline required at the time of hire

Application

To learn more about the Behavioral Science program and the School
of Social and Behavioral Sciences, please visit
https://www.mercy.edu/academics/school-social-behavioral-sciences
.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue
until the position is filled. Applications received before October
1, 2026, will be given preference . Electronic applications are
required and must include a cover letter, CV, and the names and
contact information of at least three references. Candidates must
apply online.

About Mercy

Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York
City area university that offers more than 100 undergraduate and
graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business,
Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and
Social and Behavioral Sciences.

Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving
Institution, proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse.
As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy
University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the
country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and
Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their
prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino
students.

Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national
leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several
disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology, and Business.
Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in
Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022.

Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to
help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To
support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of
federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver
education to our students.

Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York
metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time
undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy
students learn on campuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, and Manhattan
as well as online.

At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their
families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We
offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition
discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

Our Mission

Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the
opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by
offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and
high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to
embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their
lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing
world.

EEO Statement

Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University
actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body
that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and
strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus
community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin,
ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual
orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight,
genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that
persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations
for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed,
please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) 674-7839,
Option 6 or via email at HR@mercy.edu .

The posted salary range for this position is based on several
legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization.
Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal
work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by
federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

Campus Safety

Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming
environment for all. Information regarding campus safety can be
found here.

About Mercy

Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York
City area university that offers more than 100 undergraduate and
graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business,
Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and
Social and Behavioral Sciences.

Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving
Institution, proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse.
As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy
University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the
country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and
Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their
prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino
students.

Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national
leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several
disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology, and Business.
Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in
Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022.

Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to
help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To
support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of
federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver
education to our students.

Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York
metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time
undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy
students learn on campuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, and Manhattan
as well as online.

At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their
families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We
offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition
discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

Our Mission:

Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the
opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by
offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and
high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to
embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their
lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing
world.

Benefits Eligible:

Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families
with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer
high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition
discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

EEO Statement

Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University
actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body
that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and
strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus
community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin,
ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual
orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight,
genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that
persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations
for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed,
please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) 674-7839,
Option 6 or via email at HR@mercy.edu.

The posted salary range for this position is based on several
legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization.
Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal
work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by
federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

Campus Safety

Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming
environment for all. Information regarding campus safety can be
found here .