Instructor of Psychological Science

Teachpsych; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Weber State University is recruiting for an instructor-level position in the Psychological Science Department on the Ogden campus, with a 4-4 teaching load. The candidate should be able to teach introductory psychology and other curriculum courses both online and face-to-face.

The appointment is a temporary, renewable contract based on funding. The instructor will mentor undergraduate students in research or practicum experiences to support possible promotion as a senior instructor in the

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology is required; PhD or PsyD preferred by July 1, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Engage undergraduate students in research and/or practicum experiences, or service.
• Contribute to potential promotion pathways through performance and funding considerations.

Skills

Introductory psychology teaching

Online teaching

Face-to-face teaching

Education

Master's degree in psychology

PhD or PsyD in psychology

Job description

The Psychological Science Department at Weber State University invites applications for an instructor level position, with a 4-4 teaching load. We specifically seek a candidate with experience teaching introductory psychology and other courses in the curriculum both online and face-to-face. Instructor positions are temporary appointments renewable by separate contract at the sole discretion of the University based on available funding.

The Instructor will be expected to engage undergraduate students in research and/or practicum experiences, or service, and this will be a requirement for possible promotion to senior instructor in the future.

Minimum requirements are a masters degree within a field in psychology, but a PhD or PsyD in psychology is preferred, by the appointment date of July 1, 2027. There is a slight preference for those with backgrounds in developmental, personality, behavioral, or forensic, but all qualified applicants will be considered.

Weber State University is an exceptional teaching university, and is a multi-campus institution of almost 30,000 students. WSU’s Ogden campus is located 35 miles north of Salt Lake City, at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains. The area is rich in year-round outdoor recreational activities, with Snowbasin (Olympic skiing venue) less than 20 minutes away. Weber State University provides a wide range of networking, mentoring, and development opportunities for new faculty and instructors.