Psychology - Open Rank Cognitive Psychology Faculty

Hope College

Holland (MI)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Hope College’s Department of Psychology invites applications for an open-rank, tenure-track psychology faculty position beginning Fall 2027. Primary teaching will be in cognitive psychology; additional courses may include Introduction to Psychology, Introduction to Neuroscience, Research Methods, or seminars that integrate diversity and equity.

A productive undergraduate-centered research program is expected; start-up funds are available; Hope College supports internal funding and external

Qualifications

PhD in psychology or a related field by Fall 2027.
Commitment to Hope College's liberal arts mission and inclusive excellence.
Experience mentoring ethnically and underrepresented students.

Responsibilities

Teach cognitive psychology and related courses; typical load is three courses per semester.
Develop and mentor undergraduate research with student collaborators.
Advance inclusive excellence and contribute to the liberal arts mission.

Education

PhD in psychology or related field

Job description

Position Information

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 foran open-rank, tenure-track professor position beginning by Fall2027. Primary teaching responsibilities would be in the area ofcognitive psychology. Additional teaching responsibilities couldinclude Introduction to Psychology, Introduction to Neuroscience,Research Methods courses, seminar courses within one’s area ofpsychology, or a course integrating diversity and equity issues.The standard teaching load is three courses per semester, typicallywith two preparations per semester. A research program involvingundergraduates is an important component of this position. Wewelcome innovative teacher-scholars who will integrate researchwith teaching. We especially seek applicants who have demonstratedexperience effectively working with ethnically and otherunderrepresented students.

About the Psychology Department:

Hope’s Psychology Department is a collegial faculty community and anational leader in faculty-student collaborative research locatedin a beautiful midwestern community. We seek candidates with aresearch program that will engage undergraduates. Start-up fundsfor research are available, and Hope College offers opportunitiesfor internal research support and assistance in seeking externalfunding. The Psychology Department at Hope College has 13tenured/tenure-track faculty and graduates about 90 majors peryear. The Psychology Department also contributes to Hope College’sneuroscience, global health, American ethnic studies, peace andjustice, and women’s and gender studies programs.

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Rank

Open

Qualifications

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

Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to all aspectsof Hope’s mission as a liberal arts college. We are grounded inrobust ecumenical Christian aspirations and daily strive for inclusive excellence . As part of the application, weask all candidates to describe how they will engage and support theholistic mission of the College, particularly how their commitmentto the Christian faith, the liberal arts, and inclusive excellenceshapes their approaches and identities as teachers, scholars, andmentors. More guidelines for Hope College candidate’s response tothe mission statement can be found at hope.edu/jobs .

Physical Demands

This position requires remaining in a sitting or standing positionfor frequent periods of time; uses office machinery such as acomputers, printers, copy machines; Occasionally involves movingitems over 10 pounds; frequently will move between differentoffices/workspaces/buildings; and requires effective communicationabilities. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) thatrequire(s) accommodation(s), reasonable accommodation(s) may berequested.

Pre-employment Screenings

“All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check.Some positions may have position specific requirements, such aseducation/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drugscreening, credit checks and/or transportation recordreview.”

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

2026-006FR

Job Posting Open Date

08/21/2026

Job Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Is this position available for sponsorship

Special Instructions to Applicants

A review of all completed applications will begin on October 12,2026.

Application Process:

Cover letter
Curriculum vitae
Mission Response: Statement addressing how you will engage andsupport the holistic mission of thecollege and our ChristianAspirations . Please ensure your response addresses thefollowing:
- How your Christian faith informs your identity and practice asa teacher, scholar, and mentor
- How your commitment to the liberal arts and inclusiveexcellence shapes your approach to teaching and research
- Your experience with global and multicultural engagement,including mentoring culturally diverse studentsFor full guidelines on responding to Hope College’s missionstatement, visit hope.edu/jobs .
Statement of your research plans and how you will mentorundergraduates in research
Sample publications or papers under review
Statement describing your teaching philosophy, experience, andinterests
Formal teaching evaluations
In addition, you will enter the names and contact informationfor three references when you apply. References will be contactedfor candidates being considered for an on-campus interview,providing them with a link to upload a letter of recommendation toyour file.