Cognitive Psychology; Tenure Track Faculty

Cognitive Psychology (Tenure Track Faculty)

The Evergreen State College seeks a regular
* faculty member in psychology with expertise in cognitive psychology or cognitive science. The successful candidate will be strong in teaching cognitive psychology and their area(s) of expertise, as well as introductory psychology, research methods, and statistics. They will help students develop theoretical, analytical, and applied skills in psychology. The successful candidate will emphasize psychology as a science through teaching interdisciplinary programs.

They will demonstrate the ability to engage undergraduate students in research. This position will complement existing faculty strengths in developmental, social, clinical, and counseling psychology by enhancing coverage of cognition, brain-behavior relationships, and quantitative research methods. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to interdisciplinary education, experience teaching research methods and statistics, and inclusive teaching practices.

Most faculty will teach in full-time, team-taught, 16-credit programs connected by a particular theme or line of inquiry. This arrangement allows for in-depth, interdisciplinary and experiential learning, and the building of strong learning communities. Evergreen uses written narrative evaluations in lieu of grades, and faculty are generally responsible for writing evaluations and conducting in-person individual meetings with students at the end of each quarter.

Faculty are also responsible for advising students as they reflect on their learning process, develop a pathway of study, and formulate their own areas of concentration.

Our teaching is student-centered, which means we are interested in helping students develop strong skills in critical thinking, problem solving, communication and collaborative work. Because over 80% of our students come from underserved and marginalized groups, we are particularly invested in approaches to teaching that emphasize diversity and equity, that provide opportunities for challenge and growth, and that foster a learning environment where all are welcome and all can learn from each other.

Minimum Qualifications:

PhD in cognitive psychology, cognitive science, or a closely related field. Expertise in one or more areas of cognitive psychology or cognitive science. Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching and mentoring.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience collaborating across disciplines, connecting cognitive psychology with disciplines in the arts, humanities, and sciences. Teaching ability in research methods and statistics at the undergraduate level. Experience working effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.

Application Instructions:
Cover letter, which speaks directly to the minimum and preferred qualifications Curriculum vitae 1–2-page statement of your teaching philosophy and practice. Please focus specifically on your understanding and experience of interdisciplinary study and what you believe should distinguish a liberal arts education today 1-2 page statement of your experience and/or practice with diversity and equity issues List of 3 professional references, two of whom must submit letters of reference, with current email address and phone number for each reference

About Evergreen:
Evergreen is an innovative, public, liberal arts college emphasizing integrated interdisciplinary study and collaborative team-teaching throughout the undergraduate curriculum and in three graduate programs. Teaching is the central work of the faculty at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Successful teaching at Evergreen requires broad-ranging intellectual curiosity, the ability to formulate interdisciplinary questions, and the pedagogical skills to support our diverse student population.

EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Full time/Part time
- Full Time

Salary Information - $53,966-$111,485 ($84,853 at median EY of 20 for recent faculty hires). Faculty membership is unranked with salary determined on a non-competitive, open scale based on earned degrees and years of relevant experience.

Location
- Olympia

Start Date
- Fall 2027

Open Date - 09/03/2026

Review Start Date
- Review of completed applications will begin on November 1, 2026. The posting may close at any time after that.