St. Olaf College
Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology
St. Olaf College, Northfield, Minnesota, United States, 55057
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This job listing has expired and may no longer be relevant! Northfield, MN The Department of Psychology at St. Olaf College invites applications for a full-time, one-year position in Psychology at the level of Visiting Assistant Professor, to begin August 2025. This position has the potential for additional years of reappointment. Areas of expertise are open. Successful candidates will be able to teach two or more of the following courses: developmental psychology, social psychology, psychopathology, psychology of personality, biopsychology, sensation & perception, cognitive psychology, and conditioning & learning. A full-time load involves teaching six course sections spread over fall, spring, and/or a January term. All teaching is completed in-person. Appointees will also be expected to hold regular office hours on campus. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to high-quality undergraduate teaching and liberal arts education. Applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups and those with experience working with diverse undergraduate student populations are particularly encouraged to apply. Qualifications A completed Ph.D. in psychology by the time of appointment is required. We strive to be a campus of welcome where students, faculty, and staff thrive by bringing their full humanity—gender identity, sexuality, race, ethnicity, national origin, socioeconomic status, disability, religion, spirituality, and age—to the Hill each day. Our goal is to generate conversations and processes that create greater clarity, transparency, trust, cooperation, respect, and measurable outcomes. Practices supporting this include listening, cultivating a growth mindset, respecting different views, being data-informed, and understanding that the work is ongoing, collaborative, organic, and evolving. We encourage applicants to visit our Community and Belonging webpage to learn more about our commitment and how you might contribute. About Us Who We Are: Founded in 1874, St. Olaf College is a residential, coeducational liberal arts college with approximately 3,000 students and 800 faculty and staff. Located on a picturesque 300-acre campus in Northfield, Minnesota, a vibrant, historic river town of 20,000, just 45 minutes south of Minneapolis and St. Paul. The college offers an academically rigorous, nationally ranked liberal arts education fostering the development of the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—in an inclusive, globally engaged community. We especially welcome applications from candidates committed to multicultural understanding and enriching our diverse community. The college offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 9% retirement match, health savings account contributions, significant tuition discounts (up to 90%) at ACM, GLCA, and ELCA colleges for employees’ children, and generous paid time off. For details, see our benefits summary:
https://wp.stolaf.edu/hr/benefits/ To ensure a safe educational environment, St. Olaf College verifies credentials and conducts criminal background checks on all new hires. St. Olaf College does not discriminate based on sex, race, color, creed, national origin, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, or public assistance status. Discrimination and harassment are prohibited. Inquiries about this policy may be directed to our Director of Equal Opportunity, Pamela McDowell, at mcdowell@stolaf.edu or (507) 786-3465. How to apply
Applications should include: A cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in this position A teaching statement Contact information for three professional references who can speak to your teaching and scholarship abilities Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Questions may be directed to Carlo Veltri, Department Chair, at veltri@stolaf.edu. St. Olaf College is a private, coeducational, residential, four-year liberal arts college in Northfield, Minnesota. Founded in 1874 by Norwegian-American immigrant pastors and farmers, it is named after Olaf II of Norway, a former king and patron saint of Norway.
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This job listing has expired and may no longer be relevant! Northfield, MN The Department of Psychology at St. Olaf College invites applications for a full-time, one-year position in Psychology at the level of Visiting Assistant Professor, to begin August 2025. This position has the potential for additional years of reappointment. Areas of expertise are open. Successful candidates will be able to teach two or more of the following courses: developmental psychology, social psychology, psychopathology, psychology of personality, biopsychology, sensation & perception, cognitive psychology, and conditioning & learning. A full-time load involves teaching six course sections spread over fall, spring, and/or a January term. All teaching is completed in-person. Appointees will also be expected to hold regular office hours on campus. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to high-quality undergraduate teaching and liberal arts education. Applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups and those with experience working with diverse undergraduate student populations are particularly encouraged to apply. Qualifications A completed Ph.D. in psychology by the time of appointment is required. We strive to be a campus of welcome where students, faculty, and staff thrive by bringing their full humanity—gender identity, sexuality, race, ethnicity, national origin, socioeconomic status, disability, religion, spirituality, and age—to the Hill each day. Our goal is to generate conversations and processes that create greater clarity, transparency, trust, cooperation, respect, and measurable outcomes. Practices supporting this include listening, cultivating a growth mindset, respecting different views, being data-informed, and understanding that the work is ongoing, collaborative, organic, and evolving. We encourage applicants to visit our Community and Belonging webpage to learn more about our commitment and how you might contribute. About Us Who We Are: Founded in 1874, St. Olaf College is a residential, coeducational liberal arts college with approximately 3,000 students and 800 faculty and staff. Located on a picturesque 300-acre campus in Northfield, Minnesota, a vibrant, historic river town of 20,000, just 45 minutes south of Minneapolis and St. Paul. The college offers an academically rigorous, nationally ranked liberal arts education fostering the development of the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—in an inclusive, globally engaged community. We especially welcome applications from candidates committed to multicultural understanding and enriching our diverse community. The college offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 9% retirement match, health savings account contributions, significant tuition discounts (up to 90%) at ACM, GLCA, and ELCA colleges for employees’ children, and generous paid time off. For details, see our benefits summary:
https://wp.stolaf.edu/hr/benefits/ To ensure a safe educational environment, St. Olaf College verifies credentials and conducts criminal background checks on all new hires. St. Olaf College does not discriminate based on sex, race, color, creed, national origin, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, or public assistance status. Discrimination and harassment are prohibited. Inquiries about this policy may be directed to our Director of Equal Opportunity, Pamela McDowell, at mcdowell@stolaf.edu or (507) 786-3465. How to apply
Applications should include: A cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in this position A teaching statement Contact information for three professional references who can speak to your teaching and scholarship abilities Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Questions may be directed to Carlo Veltri, Department Chair, at veltri@stolaf.edu. St. Olaf College is a private, coeducational, residential, four-year liberal arts college in Northfield, Minnesota. Founded in 1874 by Norwegian-American immigrant pastors and farmers, it is named after Olaf II of Norway, a former king and patron saint of Norway.
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