Open Rank Assistant/Associate/Professor, Human Factors Psychology (Revised)

Wright State University; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Wright State University seeks an Open Rank Assistant/Associate/Professor in Human Factors Psychology to begin 8/1/2026. Ph.D. in Psychology or related field with HF training required; ABD considered with completion by start date.

Candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate HF-related courses and develop an externally funded research program. Collaborations with AFRL and other departments are encouraged; located in Dayton, OH with access to regional resources and a strong emphasis on student

Qualifications

• Must have a Ph.D. in Psychology or related discipline with training in HF Psychology.
• ABD candidates considered if they will complete requirements by start date.
• Active engagement in research and potential external funding depending on rank.

Responsibilities

• Teach a mix of undergraduate and graduate courses related to HF psychology, cognition, research methods.
• Establish and maintain an externally funded research program.
• Pursue research collaborations and opportunities with AFRL and related centers.

Skills

Human Factors Psychology

Research

Teaching

External funding

Education

PhD in Psychology or related discipline

Job description

Open Rank Assistant/Associate/Professor, Human Factors Psychology (Revised)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Three letters of reference will be requested once the applicant reaches that stage of consideration.

Position Information

Position Information (Default Section)

EEO Statement

Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Faculty Rank or Job Title

Faculty Rank or Job Title Open Rank Assistant/Associate/Professor, Human Factors Psychology (Revised)

Job Category:

Job Category: Faculty/Instructional

Department

EEO number:

EEO number: 27Y041

Position FTE

100%

Minimum Annual Salary

Minimum Annual Salary Negotiable- based on rank

Salary Band:

Salary Band: FA NA

Job Summary/Basic Function:

The Department of Psychology seeks applicants for a tenure-track, Open Rank position in Human Factors (HF) Psychology to begin 8/1/2026. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Psychology or related discipline with training in HF Psychology. The area of specialty is open. ABD candidates will be considered but must have fulfilled requirements for the Ph.D. by the start date or the offer will be withdrawn.

Candidates at the assistant professor level must be actively engaged in research and show promise of establishing an externally funded research program. Candidates at the associate or full professor level must be actively engaged in research and have demonstrated ability to obtain external funding commensurate with their rank. Areas of particular interest include but are not limited to AI, cognitive modeling, interface design, and sustainability. The Department of Psychology is housed in the College of Science and Mathematics, offers a Ph.D. and M.S. in Human Factors and I/O Psychology, and has a large undergraduate (BA and BS) program including 5 undergraduate concentration areas: (1) Industrial/ Organizational, (2) Clinical Psychology, (3) Cognition and Perception, (4) Behavioral Neuroscience, and (5) Pre-Health. Candidates will be expected to teach a mix of undergraduate courses (e.g., courses related to HF, cognition, research methods) and graduate courses (e.g., courses related to HF psychology, human and AI teaming, situated cognition, and data analytics).

Additional opportunities for teaching are available through the interdisciplinary Ph.D. program in Biomedical Sciences ( BMS ) within the College of Science and Mathematics. Also, research collaborations are available with other colleges, e.g., the College of Engineering and Computer Sciences. Further, the proximity of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base ( WPAFB ) facilitates collaborations with Air Force Research Laboratory ( AFRL ) scientists in the Human Performance Directorate, and the Human-Centered Sciences Lab and other collaborators are housed on our campus. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue a research agenda compatible with AFRL research interests in order to build on the department’s existing strong collaborations with WPAFB .

Wright State University is highly focused on student success, is nationally recognized for accessibility, and was recognized in 2022 in US News in their newest category: Social Mobility. For more information on our department, affiliated programs, and faculty research interests, go to https://science-math.wright.edu/psychology .

Located in southwest Ohio and a short drive to Columbus or Cincinnati, the Dayton, Ohio, metro area offers quality of life with extensive parks and outdoor activities (e.g., on the rivers and hiking/biking trails), easy access to local urban amenities ranging from good restaurants to Dayton Dragons baseball, good schools, and an affordable cost of living.

Minimum Qualifications

• To qualify at any rank: Must have a Human Factors and Ergonomics Society ( HFES ) or related professional organizational membership.
• To qualify for Assistant Professor, the candidate must have a Ph.D. in Psychology or related discipline. ABD candidates will be considered but must have fulfilled requirements for the Ph.D. by the start date or the offer will be withdrawn.
• meet the minimum qualifications listed above.
• To qualify for Associate Professor, the candidate must have a Ph.D. degree in Psychology or related discipline and academic qualifications for appointment at the rank of associate professor. In addition, the candidate must have a record of sustained and high-quality teaching and scholarship.
• To qualify for Professor, the candidate must have a Ph.D. degree in Psychology or related discipline and academic qualifications for appointment at the rank of professor. In addition, the candidate must have a record of sustained and superior teaching and scholarship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Assistant professor: Area of specialization in Human Factors Psychology or closely related discipline. Previously established independent research program. Previous teaching experience. A research agenda compatible with AFRL is strongly preferred. Evidence of previous funding.
• Associate professor or professor: Area of specialization in Human Factors Psychology or closely related discipline. Evidence of excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level. A research agenda compatible with AFRL is strongly preferred. Evidence of previous funding.

Essential Functions and percent of time:

Teach graduate and undergraduate classes, mentor graduate students, and establish an independent program of research that has the potential for external funding. Time allocation: 40% Research: Active engagement in research with the potential for external funding. Mentor graduate students. 40% Instruction of courses: Instruct graduate and undergraduate courses. May include evening or online courses. Teaching load subject to satisfactory progress towards tenure. 20% Service:Serve on a department, college, or university committee (e.g., relating to curriculum), attend student events (e.g., Psi Chi/Psych Club), and/or other student interactions outside the classroom (e.g., talking with students about research/practicum opportunities, grad school).

Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd):

Non-Essential Functions and percent of time:

Working Conditions

To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University before making an employment offer conduct various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources. Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Three letters of reference will be requested once the applicant reaches that stage of consideration.

Posting Date

06/11/2026

First Consideration Date:

07/11/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

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