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Assistant Professor of Psychology
Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 291253
About Us Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi‑campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society.Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega campus.
Job Summary The Department of Psychological Science in the College of Arts & Letters at the University of North Georgia is accepting applications for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor of Psychology. This position carries a 4/4 teaching load, is a 10‑month position, and is housed on the Dahlonega campus and begins in Fall 2026. We seek a dynamic teacher‑scholar whose expertise in applied psychological research will strengthen our Bachelor of Science in Psychology program, which serves over 700 undergraduate majors. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active research agenda that engages undergraduate students, teach a range of courses that support the core psychology curriculum, and contribute to departmental service and advising.
Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate courses in area of expertise and core psychology curriculum
Engage in scholarly activity with an emphasis on applied research
Supervise and mentor undergraduate research projects
Contribute to departmental, college, and university service
Support student success through advising and engagement
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Psychology or closely related field by the time of appointment
Evidence of effective undergraduate teaching
A record (or strong potential) of peer‑reviewed scholarship
Demonstrated commitment to involving undergraduates in research
Ability to contribute to a collegial, student‑centered academic environment
Required Documents to Attach
Resume/Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, and Transcripts
Contact information for three professional references
Conditions of Employment Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre‑employment drug test.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.
Other Information
This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P‑Card).
This position may travel 1% – 24% of the time.
This position does not require security clearance.
Background Check
Position of Trust + Education
Special Applicant Instructions
If you received any graduate degrees from an institution outside the United States, you must provide a foreign course‑by‑course credential evaluation by an independent evaluation service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES). Find a full list of NACES members at http://www.naces.org/members.htm.
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Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 291253
About Us Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi‑campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society.Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega campus.
Job Summary The Department of Psychological Science in the College of Arts & Letters at the University of North Georgia is accepting applications for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor of Psychology. This position carries a 4/4 teaching load, is a 10‑month position, and is housed on the Dahlonega campus and begins in Fall 2026. We seek a dynamic teacher‑scholar whose expertise in applied psychological research will strengthen our Bachelor of Science in Psychology program, which serves over 700 undergraduate majors. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active research agenda that engages undergraduate students, teach a range of courses that support the core psychology curriculum, and contribute to departmental service and advising.
Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate courses in area of expertise and core psychology curriculum
Engage in scholarly activity with an emphasis on applied research
Supervise and mentor undergraduate research projects
Contribute to departmental, college, and university service
Support student success through advising and engagement
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Psychology or closely related field by the time of appointment
Evidence of effective undergraduate teaching
A record (or strong potential) of peer‑reviewed scholarship
Demonstrated commitment to involving undergraduates in research
Ability to contribute to a collegial, student‑centered academic environment
Required Documents to Attach
Resume/Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, and Transcripts
Contact information for three professional references
Conditions of Employment Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre‑employment drug test.
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.
Other Information
This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P‑Card).
This position may travel 1% – 24% of the time.
This position does not require security clearance.
Background Check
Position of Trust + Education
Special Applicant Instructions
If you received any graduate degrees from an institution outside the United States, you must provide a foreign course‑by‑course credential evaluation by an independent evaluation service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES). Find a full list of NACES members at http://www.naces.org/members.htm.
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