Assistant Professor

University of Nottingham School of Humanities; University Park (FL); On-site; USD 56,286 - 77,560; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nottingham invites applications for an Assistant Professor in the School of Psychology at University Park. The post seeks an individual who can contribute to teaching and publish internationally, with a developing research profile aligned to our strengths.

We expect a PhD in Psychology or equivalent, the ability to lecture and supervise projects (BSc/MSc), and to work within a diverse, global community. Start date 1 September 2026; closing date 18 August 2026.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in Psychology is essential.
• Emerging international research profile and ability to engage with external funding.
• Experience in high-quality teaching and student supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lecturing and running seminars for undergraduate and taught master's programmes.
• Conducting assessments and supervising BSc/MSc research projects.
• Designing and leading research activities and supervising research students.

Education

PhD in Psychology or equivalent

Job description

Salary

£42,254 to £58,225 per annum pro-rata depending on skills and experience.

Area

Psychology

Location

University Park

Salary

£42,254 to £58,225 per annum pro-rata depending on skills and experience.

Closing Date

Tuesday 18 August 2026

Reference

SCI358226

We’re looking to appoint an Assistant Professor in the School of Psychology who can demonstrate an emerging international research profile which complements and expands upon our existing research strengths.

We believe that diverse teams deliver the highest quality teaching, research and student experience. To achieve our vision of being among the top ranked Schools in all areas for Research, Knowledge Exchange, Education and Student Experience, we’re seeking applications from high quality people to join our staff community. We understand that our research and teaching are enhanced by having a diversity of opinions that enriches our collegiate community by the sharing of new ideas, lived experiences, broad perspectives and different ways of solving problems.

We’re looking for someone to join our academic team to: Further increase the quality of our research activity output in publications and with external grant funding and to engage in the impact of that research, Pushing our discipline forward, breaking new ground (e.g. through theoretical and methodological innovations, simulations and technology) Recruit and inspire the next generation of psychologists Take an international perspective on how research is conducted and implemented.

This post involves lecturing, running seminars, conducting assessments, devising and overseeing research projects (BSc, MSc) and pastoral care to students. The provision of deep learning is required to achieve high student satisfaction – the ability to design, plan and deliver high quality teaching which can be evaluated and reflected upon to achieve the highest outcomes is essential.

Designing and leading independent research programmes and pursuing the relevant funding to achieve their aims is essential. This involves: supervising and line managing research students and researchers, presenting and interpreting outcomes and findings and engaging outside the university to apply and influence policy makers and the scientific community.

The job involves demonstrating high level interpersonal skills with people from around the world with different needs: working within the university’s regulations and governance; and getting up to speed with our systems.

The successful candidate will need to be flexible, at times might be expected to teach outside of their research areas and make a wider contribution to the school and institution. They need to be collegiate, involving themselves in additional activities, working in a team to deliver key projects and taking opportunities to represent the school to the outside world.

A PhD or equivalent in a subject area related to Psychology is essential. Expected start date of appointment: 1st September 2026

What Next

Further information is available in the role profile.

Your working hours will be (36.25 hours per week). If you are interested in part-time work (minimum 80% FTE), we encourage you to apply. Please specify your preferred hours in your application. We may also consider job share arrangements.

Please contact Eileen Salter ([e-mail]) if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Further Details

• Job Description/Role Profile

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