Assistant Professor of Psychology Job Brookings area,South Dakota USA,Education / Teaching

Posting Details Institution

South Dakota State University

Working Title

Assistant Professor of Psychology

Posting Number

F01937P

Department

SDSU-School of Psych, Soc & Rural Studies

Physical Location of Position (City)

Brookings

Posting Text

The School of Psychology, Sociology & Rural Studies invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Psychologyposition with a start date in August 2027. This is a full-time,benefit-eligible, nine-month position. This position is located in Brookings .This faculty member is supervised by the Director of the School.

The School of Psychology, Sociology & Rural Studies offers undergraduate majors in Criminology, Psychology, and Sociology;undergraduate minors in Criminal Justice, Mental Health Services,Psychology, and Sociology; and a Social Science Ph.D. graduate program.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Teach in-person and online undergraduate courses in Psychology(typical course load per academic year is three courses in the fallterm and three courses in the spring term; summer teaching is optional and is based on availability).
Mentor undergraduate students in research.
Maintain an active research program with a specialization inapplied behavior analysis, biological, or clinical psychology.
Provide service to the School, College, and University as wellas service to the profession.

Benefits

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans,compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offera generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 9.34 hours ofsick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees alsohave access to internal and state-sponsored training as well asreduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.

Relocation benefits are available peruniversity’s guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of a Ph.D. in Psychology or closely related field bystart date.
A specialization in applied behavior analysis, biological, or clinical psychology.
Ability or potential to teach psychology at the college/university level.
Ability or potential to build an independent research program.
Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience mentoring undergraduate research.
Online teaching experience.
Grant-writing experience.
Experience with curriculum development.
Experience developing and/or teaching graduate courses.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by lawand/or university policies, including but not limited to,successful completion of a criminal background check.

South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It isthe policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthyworking and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

Posting Date

09/18/2026

Closing Date

11/01/2026

Open Until Filled

Advertised Salary

The salary for this position is commensurate with qualifications,minimum of $72,000.

Duration of the Term

9 months

Appointment Percent

100%

Tenure Status

Tenure Track

Proposed Rank

Assistant Professor

Appointment Type

Regular

Scope of Search

External (includes Internal)

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

SDState isthe state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance ofattractions and activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education,research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is anequal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering ofall educational programs and employment.

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