Assistant Professor of Psychological Science

Psychological Science

Assistant Professor of Psychological Science

Ball State University

The Department of Psychological Science at Ball State University welcomes applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin August 2027. The successful applicant will teach in our undergraduate psychological science major and master’s program in psychology, have a research program that complements our department’s current research interests and that involves undergraduate and graduate students, and contribute to the service activities of our department and discipline.

Our department includes twenty-one full-time faculty members who deliver excellent teaching, conduct high-quality research, and foster student-faculty mentorships. Support for this work is offered through research resources (e.g., grant supporting office); professional development opportunities (e.g., teaching training) and faculty mentorship. 

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Position Function: We are seeking applicants who teach and conduct research in clinical or counseling psychology, particularly psychopathology, personality, psychological assessment, health psychology, and/or research/methodology courses.

Duties and Responsibilities: teach graduate and undergraduate classes in the Department of Psychological Science programs; supervise graduate and/or undergraduate student research (e.g., honors theses); remain current in and contribute to research in specialty area; contribute to the service activities of the department and discipline.

Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in psychology or related field from an accredited institution. ABDs will be considered if the doctorate is obtained by date of appointment. Clinical and Counseling PhDs must be from APA or CPA accredited programs.

Preferred Qualifications: Special consideration will be given to applicants who can teach one or more of the following: psychopathology, personality, psychological assessment, health psychology, and research/methodology courses.

Employers will consider sponsorship.

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 12/1/2026. at 12:01 a.m.

(Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)

Apply online at BSU Careers. Include the following documents with your application: Curriculum Vitae and in support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values, including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’

The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earner is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.

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