Assistant Professor of Psychology (quantitative and/or experimental methodology)

Pennsylvania Psychological Association; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Renovated science facilities

Research collaboration opportunities

Competitive salary

Job summary

The College of Charleston in Charleston, SC invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in quantitative and/or experimental methodology, starting August 16, 2027. Ph.D.

in Psychology or related field required; focus on teaching statistics and research methods with active undergraduate mentoring. Primary teaching includes statistics, research methods, and advanced quantitative methods; nine-month schedule with a competitive salary and opportunities for collaboration with

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level and higher: Ph.D. in Psychology or related field; strong commitment to undergraduate teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach statistics, research methods, and advanced quantitative methods (9 contact hours per semester).
• Maintain an active undergraduate research program involving students.
• Mentor undergraduate students in research and coursework.
• Develop and sustain a productive research program with student involvement.

Skills

Statistics

Research Methods

Open Science

Bayesian Methods

Structural Equation Modeling

Multilevel Modeling

Longitudinal Designs

Psychometrics

Undergraduate Mentoring

Teaching

Education

Ph.D. in Psychology or related field

Job description

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR.

The Department of Psychology at the College of Charleston invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in quantitative and/or experimental methodology at the assistant professor level beginning August 16, 2027. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Psychology or a related field and be primarily interested in teaching statistics and research methods courses. Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and maintaining an active research program within their area of specialization that is capable of involving undergraduate students.

We are particularly interested in candidates who will complement the strengths of existing psychology faculty and whose primary area of research is feasible for student mentoring at the College of Charleston. Primary teaching responsibilities will include psychological statistics, psychological research methods, and advanced quantitative methods, with a typical semester load of 9 contact hours. Applicants with experience in open-science and/or advanced quantitative techniques, including but not limited to structural equation modeling, multilevel modeling, Bayesian estimation, psychometrics, or longitudinal designs, are encouraged to note this experience in their application materials.

The College of Charleston, located in Charleston, SC, is a public institution of 11,000 students with a commitment to excellence in teaching and research. The College of Charleston boasts two renovated science facilities to support the research needs of the successful candidate. Furthermore, the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and the Citadel are located a few blocks from the main campus and offer the opportunity for research collaboration. For more information on the College and Psychology Department, visit https://charleston.edu/psychology/index.php.

Review of applications will begin on November 13th, 2026, and employment will begin on August 16, 2027. All applicants must submit a cover letter of application, curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching philosophy, up to three relevant publications, graduate transcript(s), and the names and contact information for three colleagues who can provide a recommendation. Applicants should highlight their experience and approach to mentoring students in their cover letter and teaching statement.

Specific questions regarding the advertised position should be directed to Stephen Short, search committee chair, at [e-mail]. This is a nine-month appointment; salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.