Visiting Assistant Professor in Psychology

Lewis & Clark College; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lewis & Clark College invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology for the 2026-2027 year. Teaching three courses per semester, all in-person, including Abnormal Psychology and Personality Theory, with possible courses in Health Psychology or Statistics.

Qualifications include PhD or ABD in Psychology and evidence of teaching excellence in undergraduate liberal arts settings. Apply with a cover letter, CV, and teaching materials.

Qualifications

• PhD or ABD in Psychology preferred.
• Ability to teach Abnormal Psychology and related undergraduate courses.
• Evidence of teaching excellence in undergraduate liberal arts environments.

Responsibilities

• Teach Abnormal Psychology and Personality Theory (three courses per semester).
• Possibly teach Health Psychology, Psychology Methodology, and Statistics.
• Contribute to an undergraduate liberal arts education.

Skills

Teaching

Course design

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD in Psychology

ABD in Psychology

Job description

## Visiting Assistant Professor in PsychologyApplylocations: Undergraduate Campustime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R-004975# **Lewis & Clark College of Arts & Sciences**The College of Arts and Sciences at Lewis & Clark College is a private liberal arts college with 2,000 undergraduates, located in the southwest hills of Portland, Oregon. We seek candidates who value and demonstrate excellence in teaching, in conjunction with sustainability, community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration.Lewis & Clark College is committed to achieving a diverse workforce. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status, such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or age.# **Position Description**The College of Arts & Sciences at Lewis & Clark College invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor position for the 2026-2027 academic year. Teaching responsibilities (three courses per semester, all expected to be in-person) will include Abnormal Psychology and Personality Theory, and may include Psychology Methodology, Statistics, and/or Health Psychology. The position is full-time and benefits-eligible, with a starting date of August 15, 2026.# **Qualifications**Candidates must have relevant expertise and the ability to teach Abnormal Psychology, as well as a demonstrated potential for teaching excellence in an undergraduate liberal arts environment. A PhD or ABD in a relevant field of Psychology is preferred.# **Application Instructions**To apply, please include a cover letter with a teaching philosophy statement included, a current CV, and (if available) teaching references and representative teaching evaluations in your application. Review of applications will begin immediately. If you have questions about the position, please contact Brian Detweiler-Bedell, Psychology Department Chair, at [e-mail] & Clark College adheres to a nondiscriminatory policy with respect to educational programs, activities, employment, and admission. We do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, sex, religion, age, marital status, national origin, the presence of any physical or sensory disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, and local laws. The Associate Vice President of Human Resources has been designated to handle inquiries regarding employment- and disability-related non-discrimination policies. Title IX inquiries may be directed to the Title IX coordinator or deputy Title IX coordinators (https://www.lclark.edu/about/title\_ix\_compliance). **Reasonable Accommodation**Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.**Background Check**Lewis & Clark College will conduct a background check on the finalist, which will include a criminal record check. If a conviction is discovered, a determination will be made whether the conviction is related to the position for which the individual is applying or would present safety or security risks before an employment decision is made. A criminal conviction does not necessarily automatically bar an applicant from employment.**Eligibility to Work**In order to comply with US Homeland Security Department regulations, all employees must complete an I-9 form in Workday prior to or no later than the first day of work and bring originals (no photocopies) of their supporting documentation to Human Resources no later than the 3rd business day of employment. Failure to have a completed I-9 form on file with the College will result in immediate termination of employment.