Assistant Professor in Psychology

Psychological Science; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation benefits

Tuition reduction for state-supported,

Job summary

South Dakota State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Psychology in the School of Psychology, Sociology & Rural Studies. The position, based in Brookings, SD, begins August 2027 and is a nine-month, benefit-eligible appointment supervised by the School Director.

The role includes teaching both in-person and online undergraduate psychology courses, mentoring undergraduates in research, maintaining an active research program, and contributing to service

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Psychology or closely related field by start date.
• Specialization in applied behavior analysis, biological, or clinical psychology.
• Ability or potential to teach psychology at the college/university level.
• Ability or potential to build an independent research program.
• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach in-person and online undergraduate courses in Psychology (three courses per term, fall and spring; summer teaching optional).
• Mentor undergraduate students in research.
• Maintain an active research program.
• Provide service to the School, College, and University and to the profession.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Ph.D. in Psychology or closely related field

Job description

Assistant Professor of Psychology

School of Psychology, Sociology & Rural Studies

South Dakota State University

The School of Psychology, Sociology & Rural Studies invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Psychology position with a start date in August 2027. This is a full-time, benefit-eligible, nine-month position. This position is located in Brookings. This faculty member is supervised by the Director of the School.

SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

The School of Psychology, Sociology & Rural Studies offers undergraduate majors in Criminology, Psychology, and Sociology; undergraduate minors in Criminal Justice, Mental Health Services, Psychology, and Sociology; and a Social Science Ph.D. graduate program.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach in-person and online undergraduate courses in Psychology (typical course load per academic year is three courses in the fall term and three courses in the spring term; summer teaching is optional and is based on availability).
• Mentor undergraduate students in research.
• Maintain an active research program.
• Provide service to the School, College, and University as well as service to the profession.

SLARY:

The salary for this position is commensurate with qualifications, minimum of $72,000.

BENEFITS:

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of a Ph.D. in Psychology or closely related field by start date.
• A specialization in applied behavior analysis, biological, or clinical psychology.
• Ability or potential to teach psychology at the college/university level.
• Ability or potential to build an independent research program.
• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience mentoring undergraduate research.
• Online teaching experience.
• Grant-writing experience.
• Experience with curriculum development.
• Experience developing and/or teaching graduate courses.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Position closes 10/31/2026.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.

South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

For questions on the position, contact Tyler Miller, [e-mail]

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSUis an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing [e-mail]. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: [phone].