"Assistant Professor"

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Position Description

The Department of Psychology at the University of Mississippi invites applications for two new faculty positions to support our growing undergraduate and doctoral programs. In addition to existing department facilities on the beautiful main campus, the Department of Psychology is expanding into a newly renovated 24,000 sq ft space in the South Oxford Center (SOC). Department space at the SOC will include faculty offices and labs, administrative space, graduate workspaces, seminar rooms, and the Psychological Services Center (PSC). The SOC is a short drive from the main campus with regular bus service between locations. The SOC provides easy access and parking for community research participants. This posting is for a tenure track open area position. Please also review our other posting for a clinical faculty position in the area of applied behavior analysis. Potential applicants are encouraged to apply for both positions as applicable.

Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) in Psychology (Open Area)

We seek applicants for a tenure-track position with applied research interests (Open Area) who can contribute to the experimental psychology PhD program, which includes expertise in behavioral analysis, cognition, developmental, and social psychology. We are particularly interested in individuals whose research focuses on applied issues, which may include, but is not limited to, Behavioral Economics, Judgment and Decision Making, and Health Behavior or Addiction (e.g. Gambling, Drug/Alcohol, Smoking). Faculty will be expected to teach graduate and undergraduate courses and supervise graduate students in the Experimental Psychology PhD program. Applicants for this position should have a record of research productivity and a plan for developing and maintaining a substantive research program that involves graduate students and would likely attract external funding.

Clinical Faculty Position in Behavior Analysis (Open Rank: Clinical Assistant, Clinical Associate or Clinical Full Professor)

We also seek applicants for a position focused on teaching Behavioral Psychology, with expertise in neurodiversity (e.g., autism), early intervention, and/or verbal behavior. Successful applicants should be committed to evidence-based supervision and teaching of graduate and undergraduate courses. Faculty in this position will support our new undergraduate emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis. Potential applicants are encouraged to apply for both positions as applicable.

About Our Programs

The Psychology Department consists of 30 full-time faculty members and over 60 graduate students. Graduate programs include the APA-accredited doctoral program in Clinical Psychology and a doctoral program in Experimental Psychology. The Clinical Psychology program adheres to a scientist-practitioner model of training, with a particular focus on evidence-based approaches. The Experimental Psychology training program focuses on behavioral analysis (with new undergraduate emphasis area), cognitive, developmental, and social psychology. Faculty both within and across programs frequently collaborate on research. Our graduate psychology programs were joint recipients of the 2021 Donald R. Cole Excellence in Promoting Inclusiveness in Graduate Education. https://psychology.olemiss.edu/

Position Details

Appointment: 9 month

Assignment Type: Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants for either position must have completed – or be on track to complete by August 2026 - a Ph.D in Psychology or a related field.

For the Clinical Faculty (Open Rank) position, applicants must also have completed – or be on track to complete by August 2026 – a BCBA.

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Application Procedures

Application Procedures for Tenure Track Position

All applications must be submitted online at http://careers.olemiss.edu/ and should include:

• a) a cover letter that addresses how your program of research and approach to and experience in teaching fit with the position,
• b) curriculum vitae,
• c) the names and contact information for three references,
• d) up to three selected journal reprints or preprints,
• and e) two short statements (not to exceed two pages each), with one describing your program of research and one describing your teaching philosophy.

Questions concerning online submission problems should be directed to the University Employment Office at careers@olemiss.edu.

Questions about this position may be directed to the search committee chair Dr. Stephanie Miller, semille5@olemiss.edu.

Review of materials will begin September 15, 2025 and continue until an adequate applicant pool is reached.

Application Procedures for Clinical Open Rank Position

All applications must be submitted online at http://careers.olemiss.edu/ and should include:

• a) a cover letter that addresses how your approach to and experience in teaching and supervision fit with the position,
• b) curriculum vitae,
• c) the names and contact information for three references,
• and d) one short statement (not to exceed two pages) describing your teaching/mentoring philosophy.

Questions concerning online submission problems should be directed to the University Employment Office at careers@olemiss.edu.

Questions about this position may be directed to the search committee chair Dr. Kate Kellum, kkellum@olemiss.edu.

About the University of MS & Oxford, MS

Founded in 1848, the University of Mississippi (UM), affectionately known to alumni, students and friends as Ole Miss, is Mississippi's flagship university. Included in the elite group of R-1: Doctoral Universities - Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and business. The University of Mississippi, consistently named by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a “Great College to Work For,” is located in Oxford, MS, which is ranked one of the “Top 10 Best College Towns.” With more than 24,000 students, UM is the state's largest university and is ranked among the nation's fastest-growing institutions. The University of Mississippi, which has aggressively implemented many health and wellness initiatives for its more than 2,900 employees, has consistently been named one of Mississippi’s Healthiest Workplaces.

Mississippi provides a rich environment for research and opportunities for community engagement with individuals from underrepresented groups and rural areas, including research focused on advancing awareness and treatment of mental health needs in these populations. Several surrounding underserved communities are designated as Health Professional Shortage Areas.

Touted as the “Cultural Mecca of the South”, creativity abounds in Oxford as musicians, artists and writers alike find inspiration in Oxford’s rich history, small town charm and creative community. Oxford is a one-hour drive south of Memphis, TN and is known as the home of Nobel Prize winning author William Faulkner. Over the years Oxford has also been known for offering exceptional culinary experiences and as the home of the University of Mississippi and the Ole Miss Rebels, there is always something here to immerse yourself in. Oxford has also been featured as a literary and arts destination in such publications as The New York Times, Southern Living, Condé Nast Traveler, and GQ. Among other cultural activities, annual events include the Oxford Film Festival, a thriving local music scene, and the Ford Center Performing Arts Series. Oxford is a vibrant university town, filled with unique shops and galleries, eclectic restaurants and clubs, historic landmarks, and comfortable inns.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

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Founded in 1848, The University of Mississippi, affectionately known to alumni, students and friends as Ole Miss, is Mississippi's flagship university. Included in the elite group of R-1: Doctoral Universities - Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and business. With more than 24,000 students, Ole Miss is the state's largest university and is ranked among the nation's fastest-growing institutions. Its 15 academic divisions include a major medical school, nationally recognized schools of accountancy, law and pharmacy, and the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College, renowned for a blend of academic rigor, experiential learning and opportunities for community action. The University of Mississippi embraces diversity and inclusion as core values and seeks to empower all members of the University community.

The university’s path to becoming the flagship university it is today has been marked by two decades of accelerated growth and prosperity. Student enrollment at UM has increased over 40 percent over the past seven years — illustrating the growing reputation and national draw of the university. We were the 10th-fastest growing university among public doctoral institutions over the period of 2005–2015. Over the past few years, the university has instituted dynamic new academic programs and greatly expanded its campuses with the completion of multiple major construction projects. The 2018 U.S. News & World Report annual rankings of Best (Undergraduate) Colleges and Universities ranked the University of Mississippi No. 73 in the Top Public National Universities category. The rankings reflect 15 indicators of academic excellence, including faculty resources, financial resources, and undergraduate academic reputation. In 2016, indicating a major milestone, the university was elevated to the Carnegie R1 Highest Research Activity classification — placing it in the top 2.5 percent of colleges and universities nationwide.

For ten consecutive years, The University of Mississippi has been voted by our staff as one of the great colleges to work for in the Chronicle of Higher Education’s survey, and has been widely recognized as one of the most beautiful campuses in America by Newsweek, the Princeton Review and USA Today. Sometimes called the “Cultural Mecca of the South,” Oxford has been the home of William Faulkner, John Grisham, Willie Morris, Barry Hannah and many more outstanding writers. In recent years, it has become known for its award-winning chefs and restaurateurs. Oxford is often recommended by many publications as a bucket list place to visit.

We build leaders, serve our community and our neighbors, and compete to win. We are a literary mecca, a research center, a launchpad for careers across the professions, a home away from home, and so much more. We are Ole Miss.

Committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and talented workforce, the university offers competitive salaries and benefits, an extensive support network, and above all, an enriching and highly collaborative community that is deeply passionate about our vision for higher education and public service.

The University of Mississippi offers exciting opportunities for career development and continuous learning. Every day is different, with new ideas, challenges, and benefits just around the corner—no matter which department you’re a part of. It’s an exciting place to build a meaningful career at any level.

Our University, like all institutions, is only as strong as our people. Our faculty, staff, and students represent an exceptional group of people with a rich diversity of talents and backgrounds. There’s no better place to start a great career than in Oxford, Mississippi.