Assistant or Associate Professor of Developmental Psychology

Texas A&M International University; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Life insurance

Moving expenses covered

Summer teaching pay

Job summary

Texas A&M International University in Laredo, Texas invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor of Developmental Psychology to begin Fall 2027. This 9-month tenure-track (or tenured for Associate) position emphasizes establishing an independent, externally funded research program and teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

The department is multidisciplinary; candidates should pursue bilingual/multilingual research and contribute to curriculum development,

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Developmental Psychology or related field; ABD considered with doctorate before appointment.
• Preferred record of peer‑reviewed publications and external funding potential.

Responsibilities

• Establish an independent, externally funded research program in Developmental Psychology.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses; contribute to curriculum development and department service.
• Mentor students and collaborate on interdisciplinary research projects.

Skills

Bilingual/multilingual research

Grant writing

Research publications

Education

Doctorate in Developmental Psychology

Job description

Job Title

Assistant or Associate Professor of Developmental Psychology

Agency

Texas A&M International University

Department

Psychology & Communication

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Laredo, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

Texas A&M International University (TAMIU), a member of the Texas A&M University System, welcomes applicants for an Assistant or Associate Professor of Developmental Psychology to begin Fall 2027. TAMIU is a Hispanic Serving Institution with over 8,000 students located in Laredo, Texas, a vibrant and bicultural city with a population of about 250,000. The university advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service, and with an intentional focus on student success and research excellence. For more information, please visit https://www.tamiu.edu/ This is a 9-month tenure-track or tenured Assistant or Associate Professor position in Developmental Psychology. A reduced teaching load may support research development. Primary duties will include establishing an independent, preferably externally funded, research program in Developmental Psychology that leads to publications in peer-reviewed academic journals; applying for external grants (research, infrastructure, training, and programmatic, etc.); contributing to psychology programs; and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students on research and projects. Duties also include teaching both undergraduate- and graduate-level psychology courses as needed; supporting recruitment, curriculum development, accreditation, and departmental service; and collaborating with partners on interdisciplinary research and projects. Duties also include serving on departmental, college, university, professional, and community committees. This position requires face-to-face interactions through a regular on-campus attendance schedule. The department is multidisciplinary as it includes degrees in psychology and communication. Psychology faculty are highly productive researchers and have unique research labs to support their work. Our community and department offer extensive opportunities for bilingual and multicultural research.

Required Qualifications

The successful candidate must hold a earned doctorate in Developmental Psychology or a related field. ABD candidates will be considered but must have earned the doctorate before appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor. Candidates for the Associate Professor rank must hold a record of research, teaching, and service that meets TAMIU's standards for that rank. Appointment with tenure is contingent upon approval by the Texas A&M University System Board of Regents. We strongly encourage candidates with a record of, or potential for, peer-reviewed publications and external funding and the ability to strengthen our psychology programs. We prefer research expertise in bilingual/multilingual, cognitive, language, or social-emotional developmental.

Benefits and Compensation

We offer competitive salaries and a benefits package including health insurance, retirement benefits, and life insurance. Additional pay is available for summer teaching. Financial support for professional development opportunities, such as attending academic conferences, is also provided. Moving expenses are covered in whole or in part by the university.

Application Process

The completed employment application must include:

• Letter of interest or cover letter that addresses qualifications
• Current curriculum vitae
• Unofficial transcripts specifying conferred/ABD degree
• Names and contact information of three current professional references
• Statement of teaching experience and philosophy
• Statement of research interests, experience, and future plans.

Applications must be submitted online at https://www.tamiu.edu/admins/ohr/employment/.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) is an international university, poised at the Gateway to Mexico and serving as the cultural and intellectual hub of a vibrant multilingual and multicultural community. TAMIU provides over 9000 students with a learning environment anchored by the highest quality programs, built on a solid academic foundation in the arts and sciences. To fulfill its mission, the University offers a range of baccalaureate and masters programs and the Doctor of Philosophy degrees in International Business and Criminal Justice. Programs focus on developing undergraduate and graduate offerings with a progressive international agenda for global study and understanding across all disciplines. TAMIU prepares students for leadership roles in an increasingly complex, culturally diverse state, national, and global society. Through instruction, faculty and student research, and public service, TAMIU improves the quality of lives for citizens of the border region, the State of Texas, and national and international communities.

Texas A&M International University is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.