Psychology - Assistant Professor - Diversity Science

Inside Higher Ed; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 83,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

Tuition assistance for dependents

10% employer contributions to retirement plan

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Saint Paul, Minnesota is seeking an Assistant Professor of Psychology specializing in Diversity Science, focusing on race/ethnicity and racism. The role involves teaching, active research, and contributing to departmental activities. Ideal candidates will have a Ph.D. by appointment and a passion for undergraduate education and engagement with diverse student bodies. The position provides generous start-up funds and a commitment to diversity.

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess a Ph.D. by appointment.
• Experience and interest in teaching diverse student populations are essential.
• Research focused on race/ethnicity and racism is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach five courses annually in psychology.
• Conduct active research and involve undergraduates.
• Contribute to department life and maintain inclusion.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research engagement

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Mentoring students

Education

Ph.D. in Psychology

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The Macalester College Psychology Department seeks candidates for a tenure-track assistant professor position in Diversity Science (with a specific focus on race/ethnicity and racism; area of psychology open), to begin Fall 2026. Responsibilities include teaching five courses per year, maintaining an active program of research, and contributing to the life and activities of the Psychology Department. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in Psychology by the time of appointment.

We seek dedicated teachers and scholars who are interested in a career in undergraduate education. The position requires teaching intermediate and advanced courses in the candidate’s area of specialization, as well as teaching existing courses or new offerings in statistics and/or research methods. Successful candidates will be active scholars who can engage undergraduate students in their research. New faculty receive generous start-up funds to equip their research lab. Department and College funds are available to support undergraduate research assistants as well as other research needs.

At Macalester College, diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to our educational mission and values. We are committed to the institutional change required for visioning and realizing a more equitable and socially just college and society. Strong candidates will have experience and vision regarding teaching and mentorship of students of multiple and diverse backgrounds with attention to structural barriers that limit access to educational opportunities. The person appointed to this position will have the opportunity to contribute to an inclusive curriculum by incorporating diverse cultural perspectives, promoting equity in the classroom, and creating learning environments that support students from all backgrounds. In addition, there will be opportunities to participate in interdisciplinary research and teaching in areas such as American Studies, Community and Global Health, Educational Studies, Urban Studies, and Women’s, Gender, & Sexuality Studies. Additional information about the college and the department is available at our website: www.macalester.edu/psychology.

To Apply, Candidates Should Submit

• Cover letter (no more than two single-spaced pages) that includes a statement of interest in Macalester and summarizes the main ideas of the candidate’s other application materials (listed below)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of teaching experience, interests, and philosophy, including evidence of teaching effectiveness and how you have integrated or intend to integrate feedback to improve your teaching
• Statement of research interests, including evidence of past research accomplishments and plans for how you will continue your program of research at Macalester and incorporate undergraduate students in your research
• Statement of past and potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in teaching, advising and mentorship, curriculum, scholarship, service, and/or community and professional engagement
• Reprints/preprints of published work
• Letters of recommendation (three)
  
  

These materials should be submitted to https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/30168. For full consideration, applications should be submitted on or before September 15, 2025. Questions about the position should be addressed to the chair of the Psychology Department, Cari Gillen-O’Neel ([e-mail]).

Macalester is a highly selective private liberal arts college in Saint Paul, Minnesota, on the ancestral homeland of the Dakota people who were forcibly exiled because of aggressive and persistent settler colonialism. The Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area has a population of approximately three million people and is home to numerous colleges and universities, including the University of Minnesota. Macalester's diverse student body comprises over 2,000 undergraduates from 45 states and the District of Columbia and 70 countries. The College maintains a longstanding commitment to academic distinction with a special emphasis on internationalism, multiculturalism, and service to society. As an Equal Opportunity employer supportive of affirmative efforts to achieve diversity among its faculty, Macalester College strongly encourages applications from women and members of historically marginalized groups. International scholars will receive H-1B visa assistance if selected for this position.

Benefits

The starting salary range for this position will be $83,000-85,000, depending upon experience. If this search is being run for an advanced assistant or associate level candidate, salary would be higher and based on internal equity. At Macalester, we offer a generous package of employee benefits. Here are some highlights:

• 10% employer contributions to the retirement plan.
• Comprehensive health insurance options, including a high-deductible health plan and PPO plan
• Generous employer contribution to Health Savings Account.
• Tuition assistance which pays between 75% - 100% of eligible tuition for employee dependents at select institutions.
• Free primary care for most services through Nice Healthcare when enrolled in a Macalester health plan.
• Access to the athletics fitness facility, wellness coaching, and activities. You may see our full benefits options on our Benefits Page.
  
  

Please note that candidates who are invited for a campus interview will be required to complete faculty screening questions, and offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check at the time of offer. Additionally, finalist candidates will be asked for additional references.

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