Psychology - Open Rank Cognitive Psychology Faculty

Pennsylvania Psychological Association; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 59,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Hope College invites applications for an open-rank, tenure-track faculty position in cognitive psychology in its Psychology Department. Primary teaching duties will be cognitive psychology, with additional courses such as Intro to Psychology, Neuroscience, and methods courses.

The standard load is three courses per semester, usually two preparations, plus an active undergraduate research program. We seek applicants with a PhD by August 2027 who engage undergraduates in scholarship, and who

Qualifications

• PhD expected/completed by August 2027.
• Commitment to Hope's mission and inclusive excellence.
• Sponsorship for immigration petitions may be available.

Responsibilities

• Teach cognitive psychology and related courses; typical load is three courses per semester.
• Develop an active undergraduate research program with student involvement.
• Demonstrate commitment to inclusive excellence and work with ethnically and other underrepresented students.

Skills

Cognitive psychology

Undergraduate research mentoring

Diversity & inclusion

Education

PhD in psychology or related field

Job description

Psychology - Open Rank Cognitive Psychology Faculty

Description

Position Information

Position Details

Position Title: Psychology - Open Rank Cognitive Psychology Faculty

Classification Title: Faculty Full Time (.75-1.0 FTE)

Benefits Eligibility:

Department: Psychology

Job Description

The Department of Psychology at Hope College seeks applicants for an open-rank, tenure-track professor position beginning by Fall 2027. Primary teaching responsibilities would be in the area of cognitive psychology. Additional teaching responsibilities could include Introduction to Psychology, Introduction to Neuroscience, Research Methods courses, seminar courses within one's area of psychology, or a course integrating diversity and equity issues. The standard teaching load is three courses per semester, typically with two preparations per semester. A research program involving undergraduates is an important component of this position. We welcome innovative teacher-scholars who will integrate research with teaching. We especially seek applicants who have demonstrated experience effectively working with ethnically and other underrepresented students.

About the Psychology Department

Hope's Psychology Department is a collegial faculty community and a national leader in faculty-student collaborative research located in a beautiful midwestern community. We seek candidates with a research program that will engage undergraduates. Start-up funds for research are available, and Hope College offers opportunities for internal research support and assistance in seeking external funding. The Psychology Department at Hope College has 13 tenured/tenure-track faculty and graduates about 90 majors per year. The Psychology Department also contributes to Hope College's neuroscience, global health, American ethnic studies, peace and justice, and women's and gender studies programs.

Is this a visiting faculty position?

No

Rank

Open

Qualifications

Applicants ideally will have a completed PhD in psychology or a related field by August 2027.

Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to all aspects of Hope's mission as a liberal arts college. We are grounded in robust ecumenical Christian aspirations and daily strive for inclusive excellence. As part of the application, we ask all candidates to describe how they will engage and support the holistic mission of the College, particularly how their commitment to the Christian faith, the liberal arts, and inclusive excellence shapes their approaches and identities as teachers, scholars, and mentors. More guidelines for Hope College candidate's response to the mission statement can be found at hope.edu/jobs.

Hope College may at its discretion decide to sponsor immigration petitions for this position.

Physical Demands

This position requires remaining in a sitting or standing position for frequent periods of time; uses office machinery such as a computers, printers, copy machines; Occasionally involves moving items over 10 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/workspaces/buildings; and requires effective communication abilities. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require(s) accommodation(s), reasonable accommodation(s) may be requested.

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Some positions may have position specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number: 2026-006FR

Job Posting Open Date: 08/21/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Is this position available for sponsorship: Yes

Job ID

86624198

$59k–$116k / yr

Portage, MI, United States (on-site)