Assistant Teaching Professor - Psychology CNT

PolicyTech • Villanova, PA

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About The Position

THE DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGICAL AND BRAIN SCIENCES at VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY invites applications for a CONTINUING NON - TENURE TRACK POSITION ( ASSISTANT TEACHING PROFESSOR ) in PSYCHOLOGY starting in August 2026. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Psychology or a closely related discipline. Area of specialization within the discipline is open, but candidates should be prepared to teach core courses for undergraduate majors (e.g., research methods, statistics) and introductory psychology, as well as courses in their area of specialization. We seek candidates whose teaching and service have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to engagement and inclusion of culturally diverse students and to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. Applicants with experience and interest in academic advising will be particularly well suited for this position. For more information about our department and programs, visit http://psychology.villanova.edu . Applications must be submitted at https://jobs.villanova.edu and must include a cover letter, curriculum vita, three letters of reference and other supporting documents as detailed at the application website. Review of applications will begin after October 1, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. The search committee may be contacted by email at [email protected] . Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Requirements

• Candidates must have earned, or be near completion of, a Ph.D. in Psychology or a closely related discipline, with proven achievement or clear aptitude for excellence in teaching a range of psychology courses.

Nice To Haves

• Applicants with experience and interest in academic advising will be particularly well suited for this position.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the department’s teaching efforts, establishing skillful classroom teaching and student mentoring.
• Teaching responsibilities likely will include a range of undergraduate courses including introductory psychology, courses for psychology majors (e.g., research methods; history of psychology), and other undergraduate and graduate course assignments determined by faculty member interests and department/program needs.
• Provide formal and informal academic advisement to students in accordance with department standards.
• Be an active member of our department, college and university.

What This Job Offers

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