Teaching Assistant Professor Of Psychological Science- Two Open Positions

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, AR, US
Commensurate with experience + qualifications; not...
Ph.d. or terminal degree in psychology
High-quality teaching effectiveness as instructor of record
Experience with face-to-face undergraduate instruction
The Department of Psychological Science invites applications for non-tenure track Teaching Assistant Professors to start in August 2026 with a standard nine-month faculty appointment

Job Summary

  • The Department of Psychological Science invites applications for non-tenure track Teaching Assistant Professors to start in August 2026 with a standard nine-month faculty appointment.
  • Successful candidates will teach a 3/3 course load per academic year, primarily at the undergraduate level, including statistics, research methods, and capstone courses.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment with benefits including health insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement contributions ranging from 5 to 10%.

Matching Summary

The Department of Psychological Science invites applications for non-tenure track Teaching Assistant Professors to start in August 2026 with a standard nine-month faculty appointment.

Salary

Commensurate with experience and qualifications; Not specified; Benefits include health, dental, life, disability insurance, tuition waivers, and 5-10% retirement contribution

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. or Terminal degree in Psychology
  • High-quality teaching effectiveness as instructor of record
  • Experience with face-to-face undergraduate instruction
  • Ongoing program of research involving undergraduates
  • Ability to teach Introduction to Statistics for Psychologists

Nice-to-have

  • Demonstrated record of scholarly service to the field
  • Experience mentoring undergraduates in honors theses
  • History of promoting institutional belonging in teaching
  • Evidence of seeking internal or extramural funding
  • Skilled use of Blackboard Ultra learning management system

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. or Terminal degree in Psychology conferred by initial appointment date
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States
  • Pass criminal background check and sex offender registry check

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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