Assistant or Associate Professor of Psychology

Job Details

• Job Location
  :
  Claflin University Main Campus - Orangeburg, SC 29115
• Position Type
  :
  Full Time
• Education Level
  :
  Ph.
  
  D.
• Salary Range
  : $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 Salary/year
• Travel Percentage
  :
  Up to 25%
• Job Shift
  :
  Day
• Job Category
  :
  Science

The Department of Social Sciences at Claflin University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. We welcome applicants from all areas of psychology
.

The successful candidates will:

• Teach undergraduate courses across the psychology curriculum, including introductory, research methods/statistics, and advanced courses in their area of expertise.
• Develop and teach specialized courses related to forensic psychology, criminal behavior, substance use, or rehabilitation (depending on area of expertise).
• Mentor psychology majors.
• Engage in an active program of research and scholarship, with opportunities for student collaboration.
• Seek external funding to support research and program development.
• Contribute to departmental growth, including efforts toward the development of graduate programs in psychology.
• Provide service to the department, university, and profession.

Opportunities for online teaching and interdisciplinary collaboration are available.

• PhD in Psychology (ABD considered, with expected completion by August 2026).
• Evidence of excellence in teaching at the college/university level.
• Strong record (or potential) of scholarly productivity.
• Commitment to student-centered learning, mentoring, and community engagement.
• All specializations are encouraged to apply.
• Experience with teaching and retention of varied student populations.
• Knowledge about using AI and or modern technologies in psychology.
• Experience with innovative and engaging teaching strategies that will focus on the needs of 21st century students.