"Assistant Professor - Psychology"

Job Details

Department: Psychology

Rank: Assistant Professor

Search #: 26-003

Specialization: Open Specialization

Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU) is a diverse and student-centered university dedicated to academic excellence, access, and service for the public good. Southern provides a supportive and welcoming environment for all members of its community through a campus- wide commitment to social justice. SCSU is the only R2 institution in the State of Connecticut and a top producer of Fulbright U.S. Scholars. Founded as a teacher’s college in 1893, Southern has evolved over the past century into a comprehensive public university of approximately 9,000 students, offering graduate and undergraduate programs in the liberal arts and professional disciplines. We seek to instill in all students the value of discovery with the liberal arts and sciences serving as a foundation for professional development and life-long learning. The University is in New Haven, Connecticut, a city rich and vibrant with arts and culture, and home to many universities and with easy access to New York City and Boston.

Brief Description of Duties/Responsibilities: The Psychology Department at Southern Connecticut State University invites applications for, FULL-TIME, TENURE-TRACK ASSISTANT PROFESSOR appointment beginning Fall 2026. The successful applicant will have a Ph.D. in Psychology (open specialization). The candidate will be expected to teach courses within their psychology specialization at the undergraduate and graduate level, along with courses that meet departmental needs. The position has a 12-hour credit load per semester, which includes credit for supervising student research and undergraduate and graduate theses. All faculty members contribute to student advising and both departmental and university service.

Southern values teaching excellence and serves a highly diverse student population. Southern offers excellent health and retirement benefits, reassigned time for research, load credit for research supervision, University grants for research and curriculum development, sabbatical leave, and substantial internal support for grant applications.

Required Qualifications: Candidates must have a Ph.D. or expect to complete the degree by August 1st, 2026; an active and productive research program; ability to involve students in their research; and ability to mentor undergraduate and graduate student research. Specific research emphasis is open.

Preferred Qualifications: Evidence of ability to teach effectively.

Applications Process: Electronically send statements of professional background, research interest and teaching philosophy, official graduate transcripts, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation with phone numbers and email addresses and, if available, evidence of teaching effectiveness to psychsearch@southernct.edu (electronic submissions only). Review of applications will begin December 15, 2025. The position will remain open until filled. For more information concerning the department see https://www.southernct.edu/academics/psychology.

SCSU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University seeks to enhance the diversity of its faculty and staff. People of color, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.