Assistant Professor of Psychology

CSUMB; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Monterey Bay is seeking an instructional faculty member for a tenured/tenure-track position in Central California, Monterey Bay area. The appointment is targeted for Fall 2027 with priority screening on October 31, 2026.

CSUMB emphasizes inclusive excellence and service learning to support student success. CSUMB offers a diverse campus community and opportunities for collaboration across departments, with emphasis on multicultural and global perspectives and

Job description

• Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track 1

Locations

Central California

• Monterey Bay 1

Categories

Appointment Type

Bargaining Unit

Classification: Academic Year Faculty Priority Screening Date: October 31, 2026 Recruitment Status: Open Until Filled Appointment Date: Fall 2027

California State University, Monterey Bay is a mid-sized university in California’s Central Coast that grants undergraduate and graduate degrees. Powered by an inspiring Founding Vision Statement , CSUMB is part of the nation’s largest four-year public university system, California State University , which educates nearly 460,000 students every year.

With a vibrant, diverse student body of over 7,000 students, CSU Monterey Bay is both a Minority Serving Institution and a Hispanic Serving Institution. Our staff and faculty transform students’ lives with a focus on student success and engagement through experiential learning, service learning, and a strong emphasis on multicultural and global perspectives. CSUMB’s sustainability goal is to be carbon neutral by 2030.

The university’s Strategic Plan prioritizes inclusive excellence through recruiting and investing in developing a diverse body of faculty, staff and administrators. Many appreciate living and working close to the shores of beautiful Monterey Bay, with easy access to recreational areas from Big Sur to Santa Cruz.

Nearby opportunities for collaborative partnership-building