Assistant Professor, Psychological Science, Experimental

About the role

The Department of Psychological Science and Counseling offers a diverse, dynamic, and collegial environment housing a large undergraduate program in psychological science, a Master of Science in Industrial and Organizational Psychology (MSIO), a Master of Science in Counseling, and a PsyD program specializing in work with military families. The department resides within the College of Behavioral and Health Sciences, providing rich interdisciplinary collaboration opportunities, including grant‑funded projects on student veteran transitions, mental health and wellness, juvenile justice mentorship, and trauma‑informed pedagogy. Austin Peay State University is located in Clarksville, TN — ranked #1 in Money Magazine’s 2019 Best Places to Live — offering a low cost of living, easy interstate access to Nashville, and proximity to major cities such as Memphis, Louisville, Atlanta, St. Louis, Chicago, Cincinnati, Indianapolis, and New Orleans. For more information about the department, visit http://www.apsu.edu/psychology/index.php; for university mission and vision, see https://www.apsu.edu/about-apsu/index.php.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of undergraduate courses in the Bachelor of Science program, including PSYC 1030 – Introduction to Psychology and courses in the candidate’s specialty area.
• Preference given to candidates who can contribute to one or more of: research methodology courses, physiological psychology, brain and behavior/neurocognition, sensation and perception, cognitive psychology, and/or learning and motivation.
• Departmental teaching load is 12 hours each semester, which may include credit for leading undergraduate research teams.
• Summer teaching opportunities are available.
• Research activity is required; scholarship activities involving undergraduates are encouraged.
• The department provides various laboratory spaces and a collaborative developmental and play observation/lab space.
• University funding opportunities exist to support research and teaching equipment expenses.
• Preferred candidates demonstrate strong interest in undergraduate education, involving undergraduates in research, contributing to general education teaching and advising, and departmental service.
• Applicant review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.
• For a curriculum overview and list of departmental undergraduate courses, follow the provided link.

Requirements

• A Ph.D. in Psychology is required; the area of specialization is open.
• ABD candidates will be considered if the Ph.D. will be completed by July 30, 2027.
• Application materials:
  • Letter of application addressing interest in the position, qualifications, and a statement of research interests.
  • Curriculum vitae.
  • Three letters of recommendation and/or names and contact information of three professional references (may be listed on the CV).
  • Teaching philosophy and experience.
  • Optional transcript.
• Screening of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Schedule

Full-time, 9‑month, tenure‑track position beginning July 30, 2027.