Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor

PolicyTech • Villanova, PA

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About The Position

The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at Villanova University is seeking applications for a Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor for the 2025-2026 academic year. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a closely related discipline. Candidates should be prepared to teach core courses in Psychology and/or Cognitive & Behavioral Neuroscience. For more information about our department and programs, visit http://psychology.villanova.edu. Successful candidates will have a clear commitment to advancing the University’s mission and values. Applications must be submitted at https://jobs.villanova.edu and must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference and other supporting documents as detailed on the application website. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The search committee may be contacted by email at [email protected] Candidates invited for an on-campus interview will also be asked to provide a statement addressing their potential contributions to the University’s Mission and Enduring Commitments. The Villanova Mission Statement is available at: https://www1.villanova.edu/university/president/about-university.html 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. 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 a Ph.D. in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a closely related discipline, with proven achievement or clear aptitude for excellence in teaching.

Nice To Haves

• Prior teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or graduate level in psychological and brain sciences.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate/graduate courses in biopsychology, methodology, introductory psychology, and other foundational courses in Psychology and Neuroscience, as determined by the department chairperson.
• Other tasks related to the academic functioning of the department, college, and university will also be part of the responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

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