Assistant Professor of Psychology

About the role

Reporting to the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, the Assistant Professor of Psychology is a full-time tenure-track position beginning in Fall 2027. The undergraduate Psychology department at Widener University is currently seeking to fill two (2) Assistant Professor of Psychology – Tenure Track positions in the College of Arts and Sciences to start Fall 2027. Successful candidates will have demonstrated a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and advising, will be ready to pursue an active research program that will include significant participation by undergraduate students, and will be expected to contribute to departmental, campus, and professional service. The field of expertise is open, and applicants from all subfields of psychology will be considered. Successful candidates will join the undergraduate Psychology department at Widener University, which serves a large number of majors and also contributes to many of Widener’s pre-professional programs. Psychology faculty at Widener are dedicated to providing students with academic skills and experiential learning that help students find success in post-baccalaureate graduate programs and the workforce. Faculty are expected to teach 21 credit hours per year, often through a 4/3 Fall/Spring course load. Widener University is committed to fostering an environment in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and thrive. The College of Arts and Sciences puts high priority on inclusive pedagogy, mentoring, and community engagement. Those candidates experienced in, or who would enjoy, working with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Teaching: Teach undergraduate level courses in the Psychology department’s core curriculum (introductory psychology, statistics with lab, research methodology, capstone courses). Develop and teach upper-level psychology courses in the faculty member’s content area. Maintain regular weekly office hours to provide academic support and guidance to students enrolled in assigned courses.
• Mentorship: Advise undergraduate students related to course selection, majors, and career development.
• Scholarship and Academic Citizenship: Engage in research conducted with undergraduate students, publication of research activities, and academic citizenship at all levels within the university. Attend division, College, and University faculty meetings and contribute to academic citizenship initiatives.
• Secondary Responsibilities: Perform other job-related duties as assigned and participation in the intellectual life of the Department, the College of Arts & Sciences, and the University.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in psychology from an accredited institution. ABD candidates may be considered if the Ph.D. will be completed by May 2027.
• Evidence for a commitment to undergraduate education.
• Clear evidence of scholarly potential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience and commitment to excellence in teaching at the college level.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging in teaching and service.

Preferred qualifications

• Two or more years of teaching experience in Psychology.
• Experience in teaching courses with a focus on statistics, research methodology, and/or experiential learning.
• While all areas of specialty will be considered, preference will be given to faculty who can expand the department’s offerings in cognitive psychology, clinical/counseling psychology, neuroscience, health psychology, forensic psychology, and community psychology.

Physical requirements

• Must be available for in-person instruction.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods while working at a computer or grading papers, and the ability to lecture in a classroom.
• Must have the ability to speak clearly and audibly to deliver lectures, facilitate classroom discussions and interact with students and colleagues.
• Must have the ability to move around campus to attend meetings and teach in different classrooms.
• Minimal lifting may be involved for tasks such as carrying materials to class or moving books.