FA27-032: Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology

SIUE; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) seeks a Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology in the School of Education, Health and Human Behavior. This fixed-term position spans three consecutive academic years, starting August 2027, and emphasizes graduate I-O Psychology and undergraduate teaching both in-person and online.

The ideal candidate will advise graduate students, supervise student research, and engage in professional development, contributing to a diverse and student-centered

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in I-O Psychology or related field.
• ABD candidates will be considered, but the doctorate is required by August 2027.

Responsibilities

• Advise graduate students and supervise student research.
• Contribute to professional development activities.
• Teach graduate courses in Organizational Psychology and related areas; teach undergraduate courses.
• Engage in teaching both in-person and online, depending on need.

Skills

Graduate teaching

Online/remote teaching

Diversity & inclusion

Student mentorship

Research scholarship

Education

PhD in I-O Psychology or related field

Job description

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville: School of Education, Health and Human Behavior: Psychology

Location

Open Date

Oct 14, 2026

Salary Range or Pay Grade

$65,204 - $68,636 annually

Deadline

Dec 10, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

Hiring Unit

School of Education, Health, and Human Behavior, Department of Psychology

Position Title

Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology

Job Description/Responsibilities

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville's School of Education, Health, and Human Behavior is seeking qualified applicants for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology position. This is a fixed-term position for three consecutive academic years. Preferred applicants will demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching of graduate Industrial-Organizational (I-O) Psychology courses as well as undergraduate courses both in-person and online. The department seeks a strong scholar who can add to the diversity of research interests among our faculty and contribute to our collegial and student-focused department. Responsibilities will also include advising graduate students, supervising student research, and professional development activities.

The Department of Psychology seeks to attract an active, culturally and academically diverse faculty. SIUE is committed to diversity to achieve domestic and international peace, social justice, and the development of full human potential. Integral to this commitment, the School of Education, Health, and Human Behavior strives for a student body and a workforce that manifests diversity. Applicants who embody diversity of race, color, creed or religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or sexual identity are encouraged to apply.

Terms of Appointment

Visiting assistant professor for nine months per year for three consecutive academic years. Summer appointment is contingent upon availability of funds and enrollment. The beginning date of appointment is in August 2027.

Applicants for this position must possess an earned doctorate in I-O Psychology or related field. ABD candidates will be considered, but the doctorate is required by the contract start date in August 2027. Evidence of, or potential for, successful graduate and undergraduate teaching and high-quality research is also required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to teach graduate courses in Organizational Psychology, Work Attitudes, and Organizational Development; actual course assignments may vary depending on departmental needs and may include Personnel Psychology and Employee Selection, among others.
• Ability to teach undergraduate courses in Statistics, Research Methods, and I-O Psychology; actual course assignments may vary depending on departmental needs and may include Social Psychology and Leadership in Organizations, among others.
• Ability to teach online courses.
• Demonstrated interest in teaching and working with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Interest in engaging students in research and experiential learning.
• Evidence of peer-reviewed scholarship.
• Commitment to professional development via student engagement and supporting departmental needs.
• SIUE is committed to diversity and inclusivity and seeks candidates who can contribute, through their interest, research, teaching, or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

Applicants will be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment.

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.

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The Career Development Center has partnered with SIUE's Toward an Inclusive Model of Excellence project to provide a variety of career services and resources to partners of new faculty who have relocated to the Greater St. Louis area. Support for this initiative was provided by the National Science Foundation (NSF) through Award 1936141. Outlined below is a specific list of career services and resources available to help you on your career journey. Individuals are eligible to receive a maximum of three, one-hour appointments. Visit them online at: https://www.siue.edu/career-development-center/faculty/NSF-Advance-GrantLanding.shtml.

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.