Assistant Professor of Psychology–Applied Psy

Ohio Wesleyan University • Delaware, OH

62d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Psychology at Ohio Wesleyan University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professorship in an applied area of psychology, such as Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychology or Human Factors starting in August 2027. We are seeking candidates committed to excellent undergraduate teaching and to developing a vibrant research program that involves undergraduates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. The successful candidate will join a departmental community with a wide range of research and teaching interests and will benefit from extensive support for junior faculty, including start-up funding, pre-tenure research leave, funding for student-faculty research collaboration via the Summer Scholarship & Research Program and The OWU Connection, and a range of workshops and mentoring programs supported by the endowed Smith Center for Faculty Excellence. This job is part of a cluster of positions focused on flexibility, interdisciplinarity, and inclusivity. The faculty cohort will join an educational community that values interdisciplinarity and fosters close working relationships with students through our signature program in experiential learning, the OWU Connection. Incoming faculty will be provided with mentoring, professional development, funds, and opportunities to connect with faculty across the Ohio 5 and GLCA consortia.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Psychology or a related discipline
• Evidence of preparation for teaching at the undergraduate level
• Interest in or experience with mentoring undergraduate researchers.

Responsibilities

• Teaching three courses per semester including Introduction to Psychology (PSYC 110) and Organizational Psychology (PSYC 264)
• Advising students in their academic journey
• Engaging in a consistent and focused line of research.
• Providing service to the department, university, and profession
• Assisting in curriculum development, revision, and evaluation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree