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Job description
Posting Details
Posting Information
Posting Number
F155P
Working Title
Assistant Professor of Psychology
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Grade
Faculty
Advertised Salary
$55,000 - $58,000
Position Status
Full Time
Appointment Length
9 Months
Department
Dept of Psychology, Social Work, and Counseling
Job Summary/Basic Function
Shepherd University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Psychology position, with an open area of specialization, beginning Fall 2027. The ideal candidate will have a doctoral degree in Psychology and a strong background in Psychological Science and a commitment to undergraduate education. Candidates should be able to teach the introductory course, Statistics, Research Methods, and courses in their area of specialization. The typical course load is four classes per semester. The Psychology program at Shepherd is a vibrant major with approximately 125 students and a strong record of preparing graduates for advanced study and professional careers.
Minimum Qualifications
The successful candidate must have completed a doctoral degree in Psychology or be ABD by the time of employment and demonstrate experience teaching at the college level.
Preferred Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess the ability to teach Introduction to Psychology, Statistics, Research Methods, and the undergraduate capstone. They will have experience engaging undergraduate students in the classroom and involving them in research activities.
Posting Date
09/01/2026
Close Date
Special Instructions Summary
For guaranteed consideration, please apply by November 1, 2026.
Appointment to this position will be contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
Wide range of health insurance and other benefits
401(a) retirement savings with 6% contribution match; eligibility to continue health insurance post-retirement, and other retiree perks
Tuition waivers for employees and their dependents
Worksite address
shepherdstown, WV, 25443, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.