12 assistant professor of psychology jobs found

The Psychology Field Group at Pitzer College is recruiting a tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Psychology: Developmental Psychology. Desirable areas of specialization include Cognitive Development or Education. A Ph.D. or Ed.D. in a relevant discipline is required. Candidates must be well prepared to offer courses in quantitative and/or qualitative research methods. We expect a capability and commitment to teach research methods (quantitative) and a specialized research course (quantitative and/or qualitative). Teaching load is five courses per academic year, typically reduced to four courses in the first year, and may include introductory psychology, mid-level courses in developmental, cognitive, and/or educational psychology, research methods, specialized research practica and seminar courses in the candidate’s area(s) of specialization, and occasionally a writing-intensive first-year seminar. We are interested in teacher-scholars whose work intersects with the core...

The Department of Psychology at Amherst College invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor from candidates with a Ph.D. in social psychology, beginning July 1, 2027. This appointment is ideal for candidates with a strong commitment to teaching and an active research program. The successful candidate will be able to develop and teach courses that include introductory psychology, statistics, social psychology, and an advanced seminar; will supervise honors projects; and will contribute to the overall academic environment of the psychology department and the college. The teaching load is two courses per semester. Amherst College is one of the most diverse liberal arts colleges in the country. The college is committed to providing financial aid that meets 100 percent of every student’s demonstrated need, and nearly 60 percent of Amherst students receive financial aid. Our expectation is that the successful candidate will excel at...

The Department of Psychology at Wesleyan University seeks candidates for two tenure-track positions in neuroscience. We are searching for two broadly-trained cognitive neuroscientists with research programs focused on any area in cognitive neuroscience. The appointment is for the Assistant Professor level, and scheduled to begin on July 1, 2026. A Ph.D. in Psychology in hand by the time of appointment is required to be hired as an Assistant Professor; a successful candidate may be hired at the instructor level pending completion of the Ph.D. requirements within one year of hire. An ideal candidate will have a doctoral degree in psychology (with a specialization in neuroscience) or in neuroscience, and will be qualified for a secondary appointment in Wesleyan’s Neuroscience and Behavior Program. They will have a promising research program focused on human populations (healthy or clinical), that utilizes experimental and/or computational methods, and may, for example,...

The Department of Psychology at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Social Psychology to begin August 25, 2027. This is a university year appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. All sub-areas of Social Psychology will be considered, including the core themes of emotion, culture, motivation, attitudes, social cognition, interpersonal and intergroup relations. Social Psychology is a hub discipline that contributes to adjacent areas of academic inquiry and addresses real-world problems. Expertise, breadth, and innovation in theoretical, applied, and methodological approaches will also be considered.   Successful candidates must have a Ph.D. in psychology and demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentorship, including courses that address core-area needs. New faculty hired at the Assistant Professor level will be expected to establish an independent research program....

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY – TENURE TRACK THE UNIVERSITY OF TULSA HENRY KENDALL COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES   POSITION SUMMARY : The Department of Psychology at The University of Tulsa (TU) seeks candidates to fill 1 full-time tenure-track position in Clinical Psychology at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August 15, 2021.  Tenure-track faculty have a 9 month contract period (Aug 15-May 15). Successful candidates are expected to develop a funded research program, teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses, and supervise the clinical work of graduate students.  Information about the Department and our APA accredited PhD program can be found at: https://artsandsciences.utulsa.edu/psychology/   QUALIFICATIONS : Applicants must have a PhD in Clinical Psychology from an APA accredited program and be licensed or license-eligible in Oklahoma.  The applicant should have a strong record...

The Chinese University of Hong Kong Applications are invited for:- Department of Psychology Professor/ Associate Professor/ Assistant Professor  (Ref: 2600013K)  The Department is keen to enhance its reputation as a world-class research hub and generator of knowledge that prides itself over teaching and mentorship. It hopes that new faculty members will embrace that agenda with the support of abundant facilities at the Department.   The Department is seeking a quality scholar with proven research excellence in any subfield of Psychology. Applicants should have (i) demonstrated potential/ ability to build a strong publication track record and obtain grants; (ii) international experience; and (iii) strong commitment to supervise students. Scholars with demonstrated academic leadership, research excellence, a track record of obtaining external competitive funding and rich experience in student’ supervision are particularly welcome.   The appointee will (a) teach...

Assistant or Associate Professor and Program Director of Clinical Mental Health Counseling   Position Summary:   The Gannon University College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences (Ruskin, Florida Campus) invites applications for a full-time, 12-month tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor and Program Director of Clinical Mental Health Counseling. The Program Director will have teaching and advising responsibilities and will be provided release time for administrative duties. Candidates must be able to support and promote the University's inclusive Mission, its Catholic identity, and its liberal arts and professional education traditions.Gannon University has CACREP accredited Clinical Mental Health Counseling programs at the Erie and Ursuline College campuses, both of which are in high demand and currently at enrollment capacity. The Program Director is responsible for developing curriculum for a new program in Ruskin, Florida and developing...

The Graduate School of Business seeks to hire tenure-track faculty in organizational behavior beginning September 1, 2027.  Applicants should possess a strong research background and an interest in the study of organizations and organizational behavior broadly defined, and the ability to teach effectively in both MBA and PhD programs. The search is for an assistant professor with a micro-OB/psychology orientation and is open to all ranks for candidates with a macro-OB/sociology orientation. Applicants should have or expect to complete a PhD by September 1, 2027. Applicants should submit their applications electronically by visiting the web site http://www.gsb.stanford.edu/recruiting .  For an application to be considered complete, all applicants must submit a CV, a job market paper and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted . Applicants are encouraged to submit a research statement. The application deadline is September 15, 2026 , at 9:00 PM...

Vacancies   The University of Lucerne is a modern, personal and dynamic human sciences university at the heart of Switzerland and Europe. In keeping with our guiding principle 'Moving Human Sciences', we focus on people and their institutions with our six faculties and two academies. Our aim is to develop the University of Lucerne into a pioneering, internationally visible centre for research and teaching in the human sciences. The Faculty of Behavioural Sciences and Psychology conducts innovative research that strengthens professional care in Switzerland and helps position Lucerne as an international centre for research in the human sciences. It currently offers Bachelor's and postgraduate programmes, with a Master's programme set to launch in 2027. The faculty also runs a state-of-the-art practical training clinic and behavioural science laboratories. As of the  1 August 2027  or by agreement, we are looking for a Professor of Psychological...

The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at Fairfield University invites applications for a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor for the 2024-25 academic year (Fall 2024 and Spring 2025). The area of specialization is open, but preference will be given to applicants with expertise in social, cognitive, or developmental psychology.  Applicants should have a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and are expected to have completed a Ph.D. in psychology or a related field, but strong ABD candidates will also be considered. The teaching load is 4 courses per semester and will include courses such as General Psychology, Statistics and Research Methods, as well as courses in the candidate’s area of specialization. The Department consists of 12 full-time faculty in our undergraduate program, representing a range of specialties.  We are housed in a spacious, well-equipped facility in the Bannow Science Center. There is a vibrant culture...

Department Chair, Clinical Psychology Program, Dallas Campus (Plano, TX)   The Chicago School , in partnership with the national search firm  Scott Healy & Associates , invites applications and nominations for the position of  Department Chair, Clinical Psychology Program  for the  Dallas Campus in Plano, TX . This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and visionary academic leader to help shape the future of a growing doctoral program at one of the nation's leading institutions focused on psychology and behavioral health education. The successful candidate will join a mission-driven university known for its practitioner-scholar model, commitment to innovation, and dedication to preparing graduates to make a meaningful impact in their communities and professions. This position requires faculty to be on campus four (4) days per week.   The Clinical Psychology (PsyD) program on the Dallas campus, launched in 2020 within the College of Professional...

Kent State University’s Department of Psychological Sciences is recruiting up to two tenure-track Assistant Professors in Psychology to begin Fall 2027. We are most interested in candidates with expertise in Clinical Psychology and, pending budgetary approval, Cognitive/Cognitive Development. Priority will be given to candidates whose research complements existing strengths in the department and who engage in interdisciplinary research and scholarship in either of two cross-cutting themes: 1) developmental processes broadly construed with a particular emphasis on childhood, adolescence, and emerging adulthood, or 2) social or biological processes underlying physical / mental health and behavior Faculty will be expected to develop a productive research program, pursue extramural funding, direct theses and dissertations, and demonstrate a commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education and training. Minimum requirements include an earned (or expected)...