Faculty-Psychology (Open Rank)

Johnson & Wales University; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Wales University in Providence, Rhode Island, seeks a psychology faculty member to contribute to teaching, advising and program development. Responsibilities include delivering engaging courses, assessing student outcomes, and participating in curriculum improvements to enhance student learning and success.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in psychology or a related field and has experience teaching at the college level, with a focus on supporting student growth and academic achievement

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in psychology or related field from regionally accredited institution (or doctorate conferred by Aug 2027).
• Ability to teach a broad range of courses within psychology.
• Industry experience in psychology or related field.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging instruction and maintain current expertise in psychology.
• Develop and revise course materials to align with program outcomes.
• Advise students and participate in curriculum and program assessment.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum development

Student advising

Education

Ph.D. in psychology

Job description

Job no: 11273
Work type: Full Time
Location: Providence, Rhode Island
Categories: Faculty, Academics, Academic Year, Campus Based

Summary

Faculty members are responsible for providing students with a rich, relevant and engaging academic experience. The faculty role encompasses teaching, student outcomes assessment, curriculum development, student advising, and university service. Faculty continuously engage in professional development while maintaining current expertise in the applicable content area and developing students through effective and innovative teaching and learning practices.

Essential Job Functions

• Demonstrates specialized knowledge and maintains expertise in the theory, skills, and pedagogy of the applicable discipline or profession
• Uses strategies and skills necessary to support student learning and prepares and delivers current and relevant course material in an understandable and motivating manner
• Continually assesses course objectives and instructional methods to improve teaching and learning
• Uses formative and summative assessments of student learning within assigned courses to inform instruction and improve student attainment of course objectives and program outcomes
• Establishes a student and advisor relationship that provides guidance with regard to program choices and career possibilities and supports student educational growth through guided decision making
• Supports the university's outcomes initiatives by working to refine and revise course assignments and evaluation tools and leading or participating in data analysis discussions to make program and course improvements
• Facilitates development and revision of programs and courses, assuring alignment within the program description and outcomes, course objectives and content, as well as university curriculum standards
• Attends commencement, convocation, faculty meetings, department meetings, committee meetings, professional development programs, and other university events, as applicable
• Supports student enrollment and retention by participating in university events, advising student clubs and organizations, and assisting with admissions activities
• Adheres to and fulfills the responsibilities of all faculty members as outlined in the faculty manual
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Earned Ph.D. in psychology or a related field of study from a regionally accredited institution of higher education, or other appropriate accreditation as determined by Johnson & Wales University. (Eligible doctorate candidates are encouraged to apply if their degree will be conferred by August 2027.)
• Industry experience in psychology or a related industry
• Ability to teach a broad range of courses within the discipline

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching at the college/university level
• Background in organizational psychology, health psychology, developmental psychology, or addiction treatment

Please Note

Qualified candidates must live or relocate to live within a daily commuting distance of the Providence Campus location upon hire.

College/University transcripts required prior to hire.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until job posting is closed.

Johnson & Wales University is an equal opportunity employer. The university does not illegally discriminate on the basis of any protected class. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnic and national origin, familial status, gender or gender identity, genetic information, military service, national origin, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected class.

Advertised: 25 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled