Classification Title
Faculty Full Time (.75-1.0 FTE)
Benefits
Eligibility
Department: Psychology
Job Description
The Department of
Psychology at Hope College seeks applicants for an open-rank, tenure-track professor position beginning by Fall 2027. Primary teaching
responsibilities would be in the area of cognitive psychology. Additional teaching responsibilities could include Introduction to
Psychology, Introduction to Neuroscience, Research Methods courses, seminar courses within one's area of psychology, or a course integrating
diversity and equity issues. The standard teaching load is three courses per semester, typically with two preparations per semester. A
research program involving undergraduates is an important component of this position. We welcome innovative teacher-scholars who will
integrate research with teaching. We especially seek applicants who have demonstrated experience effectively working with ethnically and
other underrepresented students.
About the Psychology Department:
Hope's Psychology Department is a collegial
faculty community and a national leader in faculty-student collaborative research located in a beautiful midwestern community. We seek
candidates with a research program that will engage undergraduates. Start-up funds for research are available, and Hope College offers
opportunities for internal research support and assistance in seeking external funding. The Psychology Department at Hope College has 13
tenured/tenure-track faculty and graduates about 90 majors per year. The Psychology Department also contributes to Hope College's
neuroscience, global health, American ethnic studies, peace and justice, and women's and gender studies programs.
Learn more about working for Hope College.
Learn about Hope's surrounding community of Holland, Michigan
Is this a visiting faculty
position?
No
Rank
Open
Qualifications
Applicants ideally will have a
completed PhD in psychology or a related field by August 2027.
Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to all aspects of
Hope's mission
as a liberal arts college. We are grounded in robust ecumenical Christian aspirations and
daily strive for inclusive
excellence. As part of the application, we ask all candidates to describe how they will engage and support the holistic mission
of the College, particularly how their commitment to the Christian faith, the liberal arts, and inclusive excellence shapes their approaches
and identities as teachers, scholars, and mentors. More guidelines for Hope College candidate's response to the mission statement can be
found at hope.edu/jobs.
Physical Demands
This position
requires remaining in a sitting or standing position for frequent periods of time; uses office machinery such as a computers, printers, copy
machines; Occasionally involves moving items over 10 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/workspaces/buildings; and
requires effective communication abilities. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require(s) accommodation(s), reasonable
accommodation(s) may be requested.
Pre-employment Screenings
"All offers of employment are contingent upon a
background check. Some positions may have position specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a
physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review."
Posting Number:
2026-006FR
Open Until Filled: Yes
Is this position available for sponsorship:
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
A review of all completed applications will begin on October 12,
2026.
Application Process:
Candidates will upload the following documents as part of the
application:
Faculty Full Time (.75-1.0 FTE)
Benefits
Eligibility
Department: Psychology
Job Description
The Department of
Psychology at Hope College seeks applicants for an open-rank, tenure-track professor position beginning by Fall 2027. Primary teaching
responsibilities would be in the area of cognitive psychology. Additional teaching responsibilities could include Introduction to
Psychology, Introduction to Neuroscience, Research Methods courses, seminar courses within one's area of psychology, or a course integrating
diversity and equity issues. The standard teaching load is three courses per semester, typically with two preparations per semester. A
research program involving undergraduates is an important component of this position. We welcome innovative teacher-scholars who will
integrate research with teaching. We especially seek applicants who have demonstrated experience effectively working with ethnically and
other underrepresented students.
About the Psychology Department:
Hope's Psychology Department is a collegial
faculty community and a national leader in faculty-student collaborative research located in a beautiful midwestern community. We seek
candidates with a research program that will engage undergraduates. Start-up funds for research are available, and Hope College offers
opportunities for internal research support and assistance in seeking external funding. The Psychology Department at Hope College has 13
tenured/tenure-track faculty and graduates about 90 majors per year. The Psychology Department also contributes to Hope College's
neuroscience, global health, American ethnic studies, peace and justice, and women's and gender studies programs.
Learn more about working for Hope College.
Learn about Hope's surrounding community of Holland, Michigan
Is this a visiting faculty
position?
No
Rank
Open
Qualifications
Applicants ideally will have a
completed PhD in psychology or a related field by August 2027.
Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to all aspects of
Hope's mission
as a liberal arts college. We are grounded in robust ecumenical Christian aspirations and
daily strive for inclusive
excellence. As part of the application, we ask all candidates to describe how they will engage and support the holistic mission
of the College, particularly how their commitment to the Christian faith, the liberal arts, and inclusive excellence shapes their approaches
and identities as teachers, scholars, and mentors. More guidelines for Hope College candidate's response to the mission statement can be
found at hope.edu/jobs.
Physical Demands
This position
requires remaining in a sitting or standing position for frequent periods of time; uses office machinery such as a computers, printers, copy
machines; Occasionally involves moving items over 10 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/workspaces/buildings; and
requires effective communication abilities. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require(s) accommodation(s), reasonable
accommodation(s) may be requested.
Pre-employment Screenings
"All offers of employment are contingent upon a
background check. Some positions may have position specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a
physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review."
Posting Number:
2026-006FR
Open Until Filled: Yes
Is this position available for sponsorship:
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
A review of all completed applications will begin on October 12,
2026.
Application Process:
Candidates will upload the following documents as part of the
application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Mission Response: Statement addressing how you will engage and
support the holistic mission of the college and our Christian Aspirations. Please ensure your response addresses the
following:- How your Christian faith informs your identity and practice as a teacher, scholar, and mentor