Psychological Sciences - Faculty

Psychological Sciences - Full-time Faculty About the role

Full‑time (24 credit load), tenure‑track position in the Department of Psychological Sciences, including teaching, research, mentoring of undergraduate students, and service to the university.

• Teach a combination of courses such as Principles of Counseling, Forensic Psychology, Psychological Assessment, Introduction to Psychology, Psychological Statistics, Research Methods, Internship, Senior Seminar, courses in the psychological trauma minor, or other courses as needed.
• Mentor and advise student research projects.
• Advise undergraduate students regarding academic plans and career goals.
• Collaborate in departmental programming.
• Serve on university committees as assigned.
• Contribute to an academic environment that seeks to advance inclusive excellence in the department and the discipline.

Ph.D., Psy.

D., or ABD in Psychology or a related field.

• Ability to teach Principles of Counseling or Forensic Psychology, and other courses reflecting the candidate’s specialty or department needs.
• Ability to engage with and mentor students.
• Demonstrated research plan and commitment to involving students in research projects.
• Commitment to exploring possible connections between psychology and the Christian Faith.
• Understanding of and commitment to Bethel’s efforts to develop an inclusively excellent university community.

• Teaching and research experience preferred.

Bethel’s mission is to educate and equip students to lead lives of impact through transformative academics in a Christ‑centered community. Employees are expected to actively participate in creating the community by aligning with Bethel’s core beliefs and supporting a biblical perspective. Employees teach, mentor, and uphold the Community Covenant commitments, serving as ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We do not sponsor or take over employment visas. We cannot consider applicants who live or work from the following states: AK, CA, CO, CT, DC, HI, IL, IN, MA, MD, MT, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, VT, and WA.

Assistant Professor: $55,599 – $70,043

Associate Professor: $62,927 – $84,168

Full Professor: $77,265 – $95,904

Salary and rank are determined by education and experience.

Bethel offers health insurance, retirement plans, and a generous time‑off package. The university is committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and flourishing community.

Bethel University is committed to equal educational opportunity and equal employment opportunity. Bethel does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, public assistance status, familial status, or age in admissions, educational programs, or employment practices.