Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology (Non-Tenure Track)

Position Overview

The Department of Psychology at Butler University (Indianapolis, IN) invites applications for a two-year, non-tenure track visiting assistant professor position beginning August 2025. We seek a colleague who is committed to inclusive undergraduate teaching practices. The Butler Psychology Department values diversity among its faculty, is committed to building a culturally diverse intellectual community, and strongly encourages applications from individuals representing historically marginalized groups. 

The Butler University Psychology Department is housed in the Sally Beck Suite of the newly renovated Holcomb building and includes faculty offices, labs, and classrooms. More information about our department and the University can be found at: https://www.butler.edu/arts-sciences/psychology.  

We are seeking a full-time, in-person instructor with a Ph.D. in Psychology (or a closely related field) at the time of appointment. The successful candidate will be broadly trained in applied psychology and prepared to teach in a multidisciplinary university core curriculum.  

Responsibilities

• Teach 4 courses (12 credit hours) per semester, with the possibility of reassignment of one course per year for conducting research with undergraduate research assistants.
• Courses will include required psychology courses such as Introductory Psychology and Research Methods & Statistics, as well as courses within the candidate’s area of expertise (e.g., industrial-organizational, health, clinical, or sports psychology).
• Foster an inclusive classroom environment, reflecting a commitment to evidence-based and engaged-learning pedagogies, and support the diverse backgrounds of the student body.

Required Qualifications 

• Ph.D. in Psychology or a closely related field required by the time of appointment.
• Broad training in applied psychology.
• Demonstrated commitment to innovative, inclusive teaching practices.

Applications

To apply, applicants should submit the following: 

• a cover letter discussing qualifications for and interest in the position 
• a CV 
• a teaching statement that includes evidence of effective and inclusive teaching
• a research statement that includes plans for a program of research involving undergraduate students, if the candidate is interested in a possible research release 
• transcripts of graduate work or other evidence of terminal degree(s) (unofficial is acceptable for candidate review) 
• a list of 3-5 references, including name, title, and contact information (shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide three letters of recommendation) 

Please direct questions to search committee chair, Jennifer Berry, PhD., [email protected].

Butler University will not provide sponsorship for this position. 

We seek candidates whose previous work and life experiences prepare them to contribute to our commitment to engagement and inclusion of culturally diverse students, faculty and staff. Successful candidates will have a demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion and intercultural development in a work environment and be eager to contribute to inclusion efforts on campus. Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, gender, gender identity, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other legally protected category. 

About Butler

Founded by abolitionist Ovid Butler in 1855 on the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion, Butler University is a private, nationally recognized comprehensive university consisting of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the College of Education, the Lacy School of Business, the College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences, the Jordan College of the Arts, and the College of Communication. Approximately 4,500 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate students are enrolled at Butler, representing 46 states and 24 countries. Ranked #1 in the Midwest region by U.S. News and World Report and recognized for ”best undergraduate teaching” and ”most innovative schools,” Butler is located just five miles from downtown Indianapolis, a cultural center of the state (https://www.visitindy.com).