Assistant Professor of Psychological Science
Listed on 2026-10-15
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic
About this opportunity: The Department of Psychological Science at Ball State University welcomes applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position. The successful applicant will teach in our undergraduate psychological science major and master’s program in psychology, have a research program that complements our department’s current research interests and that involves undergraduate and graduate students, and contribute to the service activities of our department and discipline.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Teach graduate and undergraduate classes in the Department of Psychological Science programs; supervise graduate and/or undergraduate student research (e.g., honors theses); remain current in and contribute to research in specialty area; contribute to the service activities of the department and discipline.
Minimum Qualifications
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Ph.D. in psychology or related field from an accredited institution. ABDs will be considered if the doctorate is obtained by date of appointment. Clinical and Counseling PhDs must be from APA or CPA accredited programs.
Preferred Qualifications: We are seeking applicants who teach and conduct research in clinical or counseling psychology, particularly psychopathology, personality, psychological assessment, health psychology, and/or research/methodology courses.
Date: The position is open until filled with a consideration date of Dec. 1, 2026. Candidates submitting application materials on or before this date will receive full consideration.
For inquiries, please contact: Dr. Kristin Ritchey, Department Chair, at karitchey.
About Us: Our department includes twenty-onefull-time faculty members who deliver excellent teaching, conduct high-quality research, and foster student-faculty mentorships. Support for this work is offered through research resources (e.g., grant supporting office); professional development opportunities (e.g., teaching training) and faculty mentorship.
Ball State University offers affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits and covers 90 percent of your children's undergraduate college tuition at Ball State.
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