Boise State University Assistant Teaching Professor – Psychological Science

Assistant Teaching Professor – Psychological Science

Job No: 499396

Work type: Faculty

Categories: College of Arts & Sciences

The Department of Psychological Science at Boise State University invites applicants to apply for two Assistant Teaching Professor positions (Teaching Faculty (Policy 4730)) starting in Fall 2026. The roles focus on teaching the Professional Development Series (PSYC 111 – Professional Development: Freshman) and occasionally other high‑demand courses such as Introduction to Psychology, Research Methods, and Statistical Methods. Candidates should have prior teaching experience in Psychology coursework in higher education.

Successful candidates will also participate in service activities, including committee assignments and curriculum development, benefiting the Department, College, University, local community, state, region, and discipline.

These positions have an 80% teaching workload and 20% service workload. Flexibility in course modality and scheduling is available. They are nine‑month academic‑year positions, with opportunities to enhance salary through summer teaching.

The Department of Psychological Science boasts a highly interdisciplinary faculty with a strong history of success in teaching, research, and service. The department values effective mentorship, cooperative relationships, data‑informed decision making, and a rigorous, evidence‑based curriculum responsive to all students. Boise State University offers rich opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration.

• An earned doctorate in psychology or a related field (open specialty) by August 1 , 2026. ABD will be considered pending conferral of the degree by this date.
• Experience teaching psychology courses at the undergraduate level.
• Experience relevant to guiding students’ professional and career development.

• Experience with evidence‑based teaching practices.
• Demonstrated success or potential for success in teaching and service.
• Positive student course evaluations or other evidence of effective teaching (e.g., teaching observations).
• Experience teaching professional development courses and/or mentoring or advising students.
• A breadth of teaching experience (class sizes and modalities).

• A cover letter outlining your interests and qualifications in teaching, student professional development mentoring, and service.
• A teaching statement, including discussion of implementation of or preparation for evidence‑based teaching practices.
• A summary of teaching effectiveness (e.g., teaching evaluations, observations, etc.).
• The names and contact information for 3 professional references; no letters at this time.

Interested applicants should electronically submit their applications by 11:55 p.m. MST on January 15, 2026. Ensure that all requested application materials are uploaded prior to submitting the online application.

Salary (9‑month contract) ranges from $63 000 to $64 260 and is commensurate with experience.

Our standard faculty contract is a 9‑month contract with pay and benefits spread over 12 months. This is a yearly, renewable contract, unless noted that the position is temporary. More information about the faculty contract and workdays is available at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Boise State University provides a best‑in‑class benefits package, including medical, dental, and other coverages.