Assistant Teaching Professor, Developmental Psychology

Salve Regina University • Newport, RI

7h

About The Position

The Department of Psychology at Salve Regina University invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track Assistant Teaching Professor position beginning in Fall 2027. The position carries a 4:4 course load, with teaching and service primarily to undergraduate psychology students. Opportunities to work with students in the department’s behavior analysis master’s and Ph.D. programs are available to interested candidates. The successful candidate will teach Developmental Psychology, special topics in their areas of expertise, and standard psychology courses such as Introduction to Psychology. Special consideration will be given to candidates with experience teaching Biological Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, and/or Statistics and Research Methods in the Social Sciences. The position includes opportunities for advancement and promotion.

Salve Regina University is a comprehensive Catholic university in Newport, Rhode Island. It offers bachelor’s and master’s degree programs, graduate certificates, and doctoral programs. The University emphasizes academic success, personal discovery, diversity, equity, inclusion, dialogue, and lifelong learning.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Psychology or a related degree by Fall 2027.
• Ability to teach courses in Developmental Psychology.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to student learning and academic success.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching and service.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to teach Biological Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, and/or Statistics and Research Methods in the Social Sciences.
• Experience mentoring or supervising student research or internships in psychology.
• Evidence of continued professional development or scholarship relevant to psychology.

Responsibilities

• Teach a 4:4 course load, including Developmental Psychology, special topics in the candidate’s areas of expertise, and standard psychology courses such as Introduction to Psychology.
• Advise undergraduate students.
• Participate in service at the university, local, and national levels.
• Potentially work with students in the department’s behavior analysis master’s and Ph.D. programs.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage available on the first of the month following the date of hire, subject to waiting periods.
• 403(b) retirement plan through TIAA with employee and employer contributions and access to advising services.
• Long-term disability coverage.
• Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance.
• Up to 100% free tuition at Salve for eligible employees and qualified dependents.
• Wellness program and free access to the on-campus Fitness Center.
• Supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents.
• Supplemental insurance coverage through Aflac.
• Tuition Exchange scholarship program for qualified dependents of eligible full-time employees.
• Discounted pet insurance through ASPCA.
• Student loan forgiveness assistance program (SAVI).
• Employee Assistance Program through Health Advocate.
• Flexible spending health and dependent care accounts.
• Health savings accounts.
• 529 CollegeBound Saver program.
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption assistance.

What This Job Offers

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