Associate/Assistant Professor of Psychology

Louisiana Tech University

Institution: Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, Louisiana

Position Type: Tenure-Track, Full-Time, Nine-Month Appointment (Fall 2026 start)

Salary: Competitive, with start-up packages

Position Overview

The Department of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences invites applications for two tenure-track positions in Cognitive Psychology. Candidates will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in their area of expertise and contribute to the department’s growing interdisciplinary collaborations with STEM disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses related to the candidate’s area of expertise.
• Advise undergraduate psychology majors and/or graduate students (master’s and doctoral).
• Maintain an active research program and contribute to interdisciplinary initiatives.
• Participate in departmental service and mentoring activities.

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate in a psychology subfield (specialization in Cognitive Psychology) by time of hire; ABDs are encouraged to apply.
• Ability to teach courses in research and expertise areas.
• Research-active with evidence of scholarly achievement.
• Commitment to advancing understanding of cultural and individual diversity.

Application Materials

Applicants should submit:

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter addressing qualifications and teaching/research interests
3. Statement of research line and teaching philosophy
4. Names and contact information for three references

Applications should fully describe qualifications and experience in relation to the required and preferred criteria.

About the Department

• 12 full-time faculty, with strengths in cognitive psychology and cognitive neuroscience.
• Offers BA in Psychology, MA degrees in Counseling/Counseling Psychology and I-O Psychology, PhDs in Counseling Psychology (APA-accredited) and I-O Psychology.
• New MS program in Cognitive Psychology planned for Fall 2026.
• Provides experiential training through the Psychological Services Clinic and I-O consulting group (AROS).

About Louisiana Tech University

• Selective research university with ~11,000 students.
• Offers associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs.
• Emphasis on inclusive environment, faculty development, and transdisciplinary initiatives.
• Benefits include retirement plans, tuition discounts, and scholarship opportunities.

About Ruston, LA

• Population ~22,000; college-town atmosphere.
• Rich arts community, historic district, parks, lakes, and recreational facilities.
• Affordable housing (median home price ~$270,000).

Contact

Dr. Tilman Sheets, Interim Department Head

Email: tilman@latech.edu

Application Review: Rolling, position open until filled

Equal Opportunity: Louisiana Tech University is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Employer.

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