Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology

About the role

Reporting to the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, the Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology is a full-time non-tenure-track position for the Spring 2027 semester. The undergraduate Psychology department at Widener University seeks applicants for a one-semester, full-time visiting position with a 4-course teaching load. The candidate is also expected to serve as an academic advisor to undergraduate psychology majors. The area of expertise is open, and applicants from all subfields of psychology will be considered. Successful candidates will join a department that serves a large number of majors and contributes to many of Widener’s pre-professional programs. Psychology faculty are dedicated to providing students with academic skills and experiential learning that help students find success in post-baccalaureate graduate programs and the workforce. Candidates experienced in, or who would enjoy, working with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students, and those who can contribute to the climate of inclusivity are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Essential duties

• Teaching: Teach four courses, including Introduction to Psychology and an upper-level elective in the candidate’s area of expertise; develop course materials and assessments that foster critical thinking and content mastery; evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback; maintain regular weekly office hours to provide academic support and guidance to students enrolled in assigned courses.
• Mentorship: Advise and mentor undergraduate students related to course selection, majors, and career development.
• Service: Attend division, College, and University faculty meetings and contribute to department initiatives.

Secondary responsibilities

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned and participate in the intellectual life of the Department, the College of Arts & Sciences, and Widener University.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or advanced degree in psychology from an accredited institution (ABD candidates will be considered).
• 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.
• Must be available for in-person instruction.
• U.S. work authorization is required.

Skills

• Two or more years of teaching experience in Psychology (preferred).
• Experience in advising undergraduate students (preferred).

Physical requirements

• 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.