Visiting Professor of Psychology

Overview

Wesleyan University’s Department of Psychology invites applications for a one-semester part-time visiting professor of Psychology beginning January 1, 2027, for the spring semester. A Ph.D. in psychology or a related field at the time of appointment is required to be hired at the professor level; an appointment as an instructor is possible for a successful A.B.D. candidate. The successful candidate will teach one section of Introductory Psychology.

Preference will be given to candidates with undergraduate teaching experience. The Psychology Department currently has 18 full-time faculty members in the areas of neuroscience, psychopathology, cognitive, developmental, cultural, and social psychology. Wesleyan faculty have a strong commitment to scholarship and to undergraduate teaching, and the university offers a variety of resources for professional development including the Center for Pedagogical Innovation and the Office for Faculty Career Development.

• Teach one section of Introductory Psychology during the spring semester.

• Ph.D. in psychology or a related field by time of appointment to the professor level; an appointment as an instructor is possible for a successful ABD candidate.
• Preference will be given to candidates with undergraduate teaching experience.

To apply:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching statement and evaluations if available
• Email addresses for three references

In the cover letter, applicants should describe how they will embrace the college's commitment to fostering an inclusive community. Review of applications is ongoing; those received by June 30 will be given fuller consideration. Visa sponsorship is not normally available.

On Campus

All offers to external applicants are contingent on the candidate’s completion of a pre-employment background check to the satisfaction of Wesleyan University.

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