Tenure-Track Cognitive Psychology Professor - Undergrad

Wilkes University; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilkes University's Department of Psychology invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Cognitive Psychology beginning August 2027. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses (e.g., Cognition, Introductory Psychology) and contribute to our Psychology and Neuroscience majors, while developing an active undergraduate research program.

ABD candidates will be considered if degree is completed by August 2026. Salary is commensurate with qualifications.

Qualifications

• PhD required by time of appointment.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and scholarly productivity.
• Ability to mentоr undergraduate students in research.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses such as Cognition and Introductory Psychology.
• Contribute to Psychology and Neuroscience majors and capstone sequences.
• Develop an active undergraduate research program with student involvement.
• Advise majors and participate in university service.

Skills

Teaching

Undergraduate mentoring

Scholarly productivity

Curriculum development

Education

PhD in Cognitive Psychology or related field

Job description

Wilkes University's Department of Psychology invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Cognitive Psychology beginning August 2027. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses (e.g., Cognition, Introductory Psychology) and contribute to our Psychology and Neuroscience majors, while developing an active undergraduate research program.

ABD candidates will be considered if degree is completed by August 2026. Salary is commensurate with qualifications.