Grand Valley State University
Assistant Professor of Psychology (Open Area)
Grand Valley State University, Allendale, Michigan, United States, 49401
Assistant Professor of Psychology (Open Area)
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Assistant Professor of Psychology (Open Area)
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Grand Valley State University
Summary:
The Psychology Department at Grand Valley State University invites applications for Assistant Professor to begin Fall 2026. This is an open‑area search; applicants from all areas of psychology, or closely related fields, are encouraged to apply. Applicants are expected to have a Ph.D. in psychology or a closely related field. We seek a teacher‑scholar who will help cover our undergraduate research methods sequence and build a vibrant, student‑engaged research program. While the position includes teaching research methods courses, this is an open‑area search, and we welcome applicants whose expertise lies in any areas of psychology or closely related fields. Individuals from all backgrounds, including from underrepresented groups, are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates must be able to effectively engage with students, colleagues, and community members with a broad range of backgrounds and experiences. We seek candidates who are excited to work collaboratively with others and who will involve undergraduates in their program of research.
Required Qualifications And Education:
Ph.D. in Psychology or closely related field. Current ABD candidates will be considered for a two‑year contract with the provision that the Ph.D. must be completed by December 2027.
Potential for successful college‑level teaching and active research.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, such as the ability to interact with others with respect and cultural humility.
Preferred Qualifications And Education:
Demonstrated potential for successful college‑level teaching in undergraduate research methods.
Knowledge of, and experience with, a range of research methodologies.
Familiarity with various statistical packages and analytical approaches.
Familiarity with or appreciation of institutions of liberal education.
Responsibilities:
Tenure‑line faculty in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences are typically hired on nine‑month contracts, with a nine‑credit hour teaching load per semester. They are also expected to engage in scholarly/creative activity, service, and a significant focus, which is equivalent to three credit hours of additional responsibilities in teaching, scholarly/creative activity, advising, or service. In addition to teaching classes in our undergraduate research methods sequence, candidates are also expected to be able to teach Introductory Psychology and classes in the candidate’s area of specialty.
Minimum Starting Salary:
$69,067; commensurate with experience.
Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, generous employer retirement contributions, wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on date of hire.
Department:
The Psychology Department at Grand Valley State University represents a diverse and eclectic set of specialized interests within the discipline of psychology. Across our 40 tenure‑track faculty members, we seek to represent the discipline of psychology broadly. In teaching, research, and service we value rigorous scientific and ethical reasoning, academic freedom, integrity, collaboration, and collegiality. Faculty members have access to shared laboratory facilities and equipment that include shared human subjects research space and a large undergraduate research participant pool, and there are numerous collaborative opportunities across a wide group of partners within the department, across campus, and in the community.
How To Apply:
Apply online at GVSU Careers. To be considered for the position, applicants must upload five files to the online application:
A cover letter addressing qualifications and your motivation to teach at GVSU
Curriculum vitae
Teaching philosophy statement and research statement (one file)
Graduate transcripts (unofficial transcripts issued to students are acceptable)
Sample of completed or in‑progress research/creative activity
Applicants will also need to send three reference letters directly to the chair of the search committee Wolfgang Friedlmeier at friedlmw@gvsu.edu.
Application Deadline:
Consideration of applicants will begin immediately and continue until December 1, 2025. The posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, thereafter.
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Assistant Professor of Psychology (Open Area)
role at
Grand Valley State University
Summary:
The Psychology Department at Grand Valley State University invites applications for Assistant Professor to begin Fall 2026. This is an open‑area search; applicants from all areas of psychology, or closely related fields, are encouraged to apply. Applicants are expected to have a Ph.D. in psychology or a closely related field. We seek a teacher‑scholar who will help cover our undergraduate research methods sequence and build a vibrant, student‑engaged research program. While the position includes teaching research methods courses, this is an open‑area search, and we welcome applicants whose expertise lies in any areas of psychology or closely related fields. Individuals from all backgrounds, including from underrepresented groups, are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates must be able to effectively engage with students, colleagues, and community members with a broad range of backgrounds and experiences. We seek candidates who are excited to work collaboratively with others and who will involve undergraduates in their program of research.
Required Qualifications And Education:
Ph.D. in Psychology or closely related field. Current ABD candidates will be considered for a two‑year contract with the provision that the Ph.D. must be completed by December 2027.
Potential for successful college‑level teaching and active research.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, such as the ability to interact with others with respect and cultural humility.
Preferred Qualifications And Education:
Demonstrated potential for successful college‑level teaching in undergraduate research methods.
Knowledge of, and experience with, a range of research methodologies.
Familiarity with various statistical packages and analytical approaches.
Familiarity with or appreciation of institutions of liberal education.
Responsibilities:
Tenure‑line faculty in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences are typically hired on nine‑month contracts, with a nine‑credit hour teaching load per semester. They are also expected to engage in scholarly/creative activity, service, and a significant focus, which is equivalent to three credit hours of additional responsibilities in teaching, scholarly/creative activity, advising, or service. In addition to teaching classes in our undergraduate research methods sequence, candidates are also expected to be able to teach Introductory Psychology and classes in the candidate’s area of specialty.
Minimum Starting Salary:
$69,067; commensurate with experience.
Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, generous employer retirement contributions, wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on date of hire.
Department:
The Psychology Department at Grand Valley State University represents a diverse and eclectic set of specialized interests within the discipline of psychology. Across our 40 tenure‑track faculty members, we seek to represent the discipline of psychology broadly. In teaching, research, and service we value rigorous scientific and ethical reasoning, academic freedom, integrity, collaboration, and collegiality. Faculty members have access to shared laboratory facilities and equipment that include shared human subjects research space and a large undergraduate research participant pool, and there are numerous collaborative opportunities across a wide group of partners within the department, across campus, and in the community.
How To Apply:
Apply online at GVSU Careers. To be considered for the position, applicants must upload five files to the online application:
A cover letter addressing qualifications and your motivation to teach at GVSU
Curriculum vitae
Teaching philosophy statement and research statement (one file)
Graduate transcripts (unofficial transcripts issued to students are acceptable)
Sample of completed or in‑progress research/creative activity
Applicants will also need to send three reference letters directly to the chair of the search committee Wolfgang Friedlmeier at friedlmw@gvsu.edu.
Application Deadline:
Consideration of applicants will begin immediately and continue until December 1, 2025. The posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, thereafter.
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