Appointment Stream Assistant Professor of Psychology, Area Open, Developmental Preferred
About The Position
The University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown invites applications for a full-time position at the Assistant Professor level in the Department of Psychology. The area of specialization is open, but expertise or experience teaching in areas of developmental psychology is particularly desired. A successful candidate will be able to aid our students in obtaining jobs within the field of developmental psychology, such as those in education, school psychology, and child or gerontological counseling. The University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, founded in 1927, is the first and largest regional campus of the University of Pittsburgh. A vital knowledge center and a foremost contributor to the region’s educational, social, cultural, and economic development, Pitt-Johnstown provides a first-class educational experience that is purposefully designed to prepare students for the real world of the 21st century. Pitt-Johnstown offers a supportive living-learning environment, grounded in the liberal arts and sciences, that is current and responsive to both our students’ personal and professional needs and the needs of our communities. Our campus is located on 650 picturesque acres in the Laurel Highlands of Pennsylvania, 70 miles east of Pittsburgh. Additional information on our institution is available on our web site: www.johnstown.pitt.edu
Requirements
- Applicants are required to have a doctoral degree in Psychology or related field by August, 2026.
Nice To Haves
- teaching experience in higher education
- experience conducting and publishing research
Responsibilities
- Responsibilities include a 12-hour teaching load per term (i.e., 4:4 load)
- Active research program, including supervision of undergraduates
- Departmental, divisional, and college-wide service activities
- Teaching duties include Introduction to Psychology, Child Development, Adolescent Development, Lifespan Development, Adult Development, and other courses in one’s specialty area.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
