Faculty - Open Rank Professor - Psychology - Open Area (Tenure-Track)

Saint Xavier University; Chicago, Cary (IL, NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate and dedicated psychology professor for a full-time, tenure-track position. This role offers the opportunity to teach and mentor students in a vibrant department known for its strong undergraduate curriculum. Ideal candidates will have a Ph.D. in psychology and a commitment to research and student engagement. With a supportive environment and a focus on excellence, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the field of psychology. Join a community that values diversity and fosters academic growth, starting in Fall 2025.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Psychology or closely related discipline required.
• Evidence of teaching excellence and research potential.

Responsibilities

• Teach 12 credit hours each semester in psychology courses.
• Establish a research program with publications and presentations.
• Mentor undergraduate students in research.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Mentoring

Cognitive Psychology

Developmental Psychology

Biological Psychology

Social Psychology

Education

Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Psychology

ABD candidates considered

Job description

Summary

The Psychology Program at Saint Xavier University, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track open rank professor position in Psychology. The area of expertise is open, but we are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, biological, and/or social psychology, or whose expertise intersects across subdisciplines in psychology.

The Psychology major is one of the most popular majors in the university and prides itself on offering a strong undergraduate curriculum, providing ample student-faculty research opportunities, and supporting career mentoring and preparation. In addition, the Psychology Department serves various other majors and minors in addition to the general education social sciences requirement.

Start date is in the Fall of 2025. Rank depends on credentials and years of experience; salary commensurate with experience.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach 12 credit hours each semester in psychology courses related to one's area of expertise
• Establish a program of research leading to peer-reviewed publications and presentations
• Mentor undergraduate students in student-faculty research
• Provide service to the program, college, and university

Qualifications

• Doctorate (Ph.D.) in psychology or a closely related discipline (ABD applicants will be considered, contingent on a successful doctoral defense prior to August 1, 2025)
• Evidence of or potential for excellent teaching, including use of evidence-based best practices in teaching and learning
• Demonstrated research potential
• Interest in engaging undergraduate students in research

Application Materials
Please provide a cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy, research statement which includes plans to mentor undergraduate students in research, sample syllabi for undergraduate courses, copies of transcripts for all degrees, and contact information for three letters of recommendation. Please name files as "Lastname_CV," etc.
Questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Kelsey Moreno, search committee chair, at [e-mail].

Additional Expectations

We inspire success by working together to provide meaningful, personalized service in a spirit of excellence. SXU seeks candidates that deliver value-added services in a responsive, collaborative, effective, and respectful manner.

Saint Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other factors protected by law. Hiring decisions will be based on the bona fide occupational qualifications of each applicant.

The University is committed to diversity and encourages applications from individuals with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Saint Xavier University affirms its position as a Catholic institution, inspired by the heritage of the Sisters of Mercy, and asserts its rights to employ persons who subscribe to the mission, vision and core values of the University.