The University Of Denver
Assistant Professor, Developmental Psychology CAHSS
The University Of Denver, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Assistant Professor, Developmental Psychology CAHSS
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498319 Work type:
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Arts & Humanities/Social Sciences Position Summary We seek candidates for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning September 1st, 2026, in the Developmental Psychology area of the Department of Psychology in the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. We are particularly interested in individuals doing work on cognitive development, focusing on its intersection with social and emotional development. For example, this work could include topics such as (a) the effects of positive and/or adverse early experiences on cognitive developmental outcomes, (b) the social and emotional correlates of executive function, and (c) the effects of social and cultural contexts on social-cognitive outcomes. We anticipate that a wide range of research programs beyond these specific examples would match the position, and we encourage applications on diverse cognitive, social, and emotional topics in developmental psychology. Our department values a developmental approach with many of our faculty across areas having interests in human development, especially during the prenatal period, infancy and early childhood, middle childhood/school-age, adolescence, and emerging adulthood. Many faculty members share an interest in understanding stress, early experiences, and development and are members of the Stress, Early Experience, and Development (SEED) Research Institute. We welcome possibilities for candidates to connect with our department’s current research at many methodological levels. Successful applicants will have an outstanding record of research achievement and a strong commitment to both undergraduate and graduate education, including classroom teaching and mentoring. Candidates should describe how their research connects to and complements the existing research strengths of our developmental faculty and other departmental faculty. Candidates should also be committed to working with all student and community populations, and have demonstrated skills and knowledge in inclusive research and teaching practices. We welcome your questions directed to our department chair, Professor Kateri McRae, at Kateri.McRae@du.edu. Essential Functions All candidates should have a strong commitment to research and to both undergraduate and graduate education and demonstrated aptitude for excellence in teaching, including classroom teaching, and mentoring. Maintain an ongoing research program. Teach 4 course equivalents per year (across 3 academic quarters) as assigned, divided among graduate and undergraduate courses; including University and department core requirements, and elective and specialized courses. Supervise graduate student research projects, theses, and dissertations. Participate in department, college and university citizenship and service activities commensurate with a full-time faculty member. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Research skills commensurate with area of study. Strong potential for high-quality teaching and mentoring. Expertise in inclusive pedagogical practices. Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively in teams. Required Qualifications Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology, Child Development, Neuroscience, Clinical Psychology, Human Development and Family Studies, or related degree ABD considered with completion date before 09/01/2026. If dissertation is not complete, individual will hold the title of Instructor at a reduced salary. Strong research skills appropriate for area of study, evidenced by authorship on at least one manuscript published or in-press at a peer-reviewed journal Potential to pursue research funding appropriate for area of study, as evidenced by experience in, or specific plans for, developing funding proposals. Strong potential for high-quality teaching and mentoring, as evidenced by training or experience in teaching and mentoring. Preferred Qualifications Strong programmatic research portfolio, evidenced by experience leading research projects and authorship on multiple peer-reviewed publications Evidence of funding commensurate with career stage. Evidence of high-quality teaching and mentoring. Strong quantitative skills, evidenced by use of multiple analytic techniques appropriate to research questions. Evidence of working effectively across various settings and populations in both research and teaching. Standard office environment. Unexpected interruptions occur often and stress level is moderate to high. Noise level is quiet to moderate. Physical Activities Ability to work in front of a computer for extended periods of time. Occasionally required to move about the office/campus. Work Schedule While the University\'s administrative offices are open Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, faculty schedules vary from term to term and are based on courses taught, service commitments, and research agendas. The University\'s academic calendars are posted on the registrar\'s website. Application Deadline For consideration, please submit your application materials by
4:00 p.m. (MST) October 17, 2025. Special Instructions Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Salary Range: The salary range for this position is $88,000-$93,000. Benefits: The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. Learn more about the University of Denver. Documents to Include C.V. Letter of interest (cover letter) that includes information on the candidate\'s training, demonstrated knowledge, experience, and skills in inclusive teaching and research, working toward public good, and/or community engagement (1-2 pages) Teaching statement that includes discussion of teaching philosophy, experience, and effectiveness (~1 page) Three reprints/preprints. Names and contact information of three individuals who can provide letters of recommendation. The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, or any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check. Advertised:
September 17, 2025 Applications close:
October 17, 2025 The University of Denver Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available. This report includes statistics from the previous three years concerning reported crime that occurred on campus, in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University of Denver campus and statistics for fires in University housing. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and other safety information along with fire safety policies and procedures. You may obtain a hard copy of this report by contacting the Department of Campus Safety or by accessing the following website: https://www.du.edu/campussafety/clery-act University of Denver is proud to be ranked among the top five Best Employers in Colorado
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Apply now
Job no:
498319 Work type:
Faculty Full-Time Location:
Denver, CO Categories:
Faculty Division:
Arts & Humanities/Social Sciences Position Summary We seek candidates for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning September 1st, 2026, in the Developmental Psychology area of the Department of Psychology in the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. We are particularly interested in individuals doing work on cognitive development, focusing on its intersection with social and emotional development. For example, this work could include topics such as (a) the effects of positive and/or adverse early experiences on cognitive developmental outcomes, (b) the social and emotional correlates of executive function, and (c) the effects of social and cultural contexts on social-cognitive outcomes. We anticipate that a wide range of research programs beyond these specific examples would match the position, and we encourage applications on diverse cognitive, social, and emotional topics in developmental psychology. Our department values a developmental approach with many of our faculty across areas having interests in human development, especially during the prenatal period, infancy and early childhood, middle childhood/school-age, adolescence, and emerging adulthood. Many faculty members share an interest in understanding stress, early experiences, and development and are members of the Stress, Early Experience, and Development (SEED) Research Institute. We welcome possibilities for candidates to connect with our department’s current research at many methodological levels. Successful applicants will have an outstanding record of research achievement and a strong commitment to both undergraduate and graduate education, including classroom teaching and mentoring. Candidates should describe how their research connects to and complements the existing research strengths of our developmental faculty and other departmental faculty. Candidates should also be committed to working with all student and community populations, and have demonstrated skills and knowledge in inclusive research and teaching practices. We welcome your questions directed to our department chair, Professor Kateri McRae, at Kateri.McRae@du.edu. Essential Functions All candidates should have a strong commitment to research and to both undergraduate and graduate education and demonstrated aptitude for excellence in teaching, including classroom teaching, and mentoring. Maintain an ongoing research program. Teach 4 course equivalents per year (across 3 academic quarters) as assigned, divided among graduate and undergraduate courses; including University and department core requirements, and elective and specialized courses. Supervise graduate student research projects, theses, and dissertations. Participate in department, college and university citizenship and service activities commensurate with a full-time faculty member. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Research skills commensurate with area of study. Strong potential for high-quality teaching and mentoring. Expertise in inclusive pedagogical practices. Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively in teams. Required Qualifications Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology, Child Development, Neuroscience, Clinical Psychology, Human Development and Family Studies, or related degree ABD considered with completion date before 09/01/2026. If dissertation is not complete, individual will hold the title of Instructor at a reduced salary. Strong research skills appropriate for area of study, evidenced by authorship on at least one manuscript published or in-press at a peer-reviewed journal Potential to pursue research funding appropriate for area of study, as evidenced by experience in, or specific plans for, developing funding proposals. Strong potential for high-quality teaching and mentoring, as evidenced by training or experience in teaching and mentoring. Preferred Qualifications Strong programmatic research portfolio, evidenced by experience leading research projects and authorship on multiple peer-reviewed publications Evidence of funding commensurate with career stage. Evidence of high-quality teaching and mentoring. Strong quantitative skills, evidenced by use of multiple analytic techniques appropriate to research questions. Evidence of working effectively across various settings and populations in both research and teaching. Standard office environment. Unexpected interruptions occur often and stress level is moderate to high. Noise level is quiet to moderate. Physical Activities Ability to work in front of a computer for extended periods of time. Occasionally required to move about the office/campus. Work Schedule While the University\'s administrative offices are open Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, faculty schedules vary from term to term and are based on courses taught, service commitments, and research agendas. The University\'s academic calendars are posted on the registrar\'s website. Application Deadline For consideration, please submit your application materials by
4:00 p.m. (MST) October 17, 2025. Special Instructions Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Salary Range: The salary range for this position is $88,000-$93,000. Benefits: The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. Learn more about the University of Denver. Documents to Include C.V. Letter of interest (cover letter) that includes information on the candidate\'s training, demonstrated knowledge, experience, and skills in inclusive teaching and research, working toward public good, and/or community engagement (1-2 pages) Teaching statement that includes discussion of teaching philosophy, experience, and effectiveness (~1 page) Three reprints/preprints. Names and contact information of three individuals who can provide letters of recommendation. The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, or any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check. Advertised:
September 17, 2025 Applications close:
October 17, 2025 The University of Denver Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available. This report includes statistics from the previous three years concerning reported crime that occurred on campus, in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University of Denver campus and statistics for fires in University housing. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and other safety information along with fire safety policies and procedures. You may obtain a hard copy of this report by contacting the Department of Campus Safety or by accessing the following website: https://www.du.edu/campussafety/clery-act University of Denver is proud to be ranked among the top five Best Employers in Colorado
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