Assistant Professor-in-Residence, Psychology (Careers in Psychology) [R0152300]

About the role

The Department of Psychology at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure track teaching faculty member (Assistant Professor in Residence) to begin Fall, 2027. A primary responsibility for this position is the development and instruction of undergraduate courses in careers in psychology. This position also involves teaching foundational and upper-division courses, including capstone.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach undergraduate courses in careers in psychology.
• Instruct foundational and upper-division courses, including capstone.
• Contribute to departmental initiatives and programs.
• Participate in assessment and quality control processes.

Requirements

• A Ph.D. in psychology or related discipline from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
• Substantial teaching experience, including online teaching.
• A willingness to work with a program coordinator for assessment and quality control.

Qualifications

• A commitment to undergraduate education.
• A willingness to foster an inclusive environment.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively.

Skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop and deliver engaging curriculum.
• Experience with educational technology and online teaching.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental, and vision.
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits.
• No state income tax.
• Tuition discounts for UNLV students and family members.
• Opportunities for career advancement to leadership roles.
• Onboarding program and wellness programming.

Pay

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

Schedule

Full-time, 9-month, non-tenure track.