Asst./Assoc. Professor of Psychology

About the role

Tusculum University is seeking an Instructor or Assistant Professor of Psychology for Fall 2025 (preferred) or January 2026, with an emphasis in Behavioral Health. Located in the foothills of the Southern Appalachian mountains, Tusculum provides the successful applicant the opportunity to foster experiential learning in a meaningful way. Over 50% of entering undergraduate students are considered first-generation students, and the close-knit community of Tusculum University provides a springboard for these students to succeed and thrive. Our faculty have the rewarding opportunity to pour into those students’ lives and help educate the next generation of leaders for East Tennessee and beyond.

Qualifications & Requirements

• A minimum of a master's degree in Psychology or Counseling with experience in Behavioral Health is required but a Ph.D. is preferred.
• An ability to work with learners of all levels of preparedness is required.
• Tusculum is an Equal Opportunity Employer; the Division of Social Sciences is particularly interested in applications for this position from underrepresented populations.
• Tusculum participates in E-Verify, and observes the guidelines as a Tennessee Drug Free Workplace employer.

Application Instructions

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For questions, please contact Dr. Robert Gall at rgall@tusculum.edu

Applications are accepted only via email to turesume@tusculum.edu Attn: Psychology Search. A complete application will include a cover letter that contains a summary statement of teaching philosophy (including how that teaching philosophy would advance all aspects of the University’s Mission Statement), CV, copies of all post-secondary transcripts, the names and contact information of 3-5 references, and a completed Tusculum University application. A link to the application form is near the top of the web page here.