Assistant or Associate Professor of Psychology
Listed on 2026-03-04
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic
CLAFLIN UNIVERSITY
, founded in 1869, is one of the nation’s premier liberal arts institutions and is consistently recognized among the top Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). With a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service, Claflin has earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report for 15 consecutive years as one of the Top 15 HBCUs in the nation.
Our dedicated faculty, innovative academic programs, and supportive learning community prepare students for leadership and success in a global society.
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
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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.
QUALIFICATIONS- 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.
Salary and rank commensurate with qualifications and experience.
APPLICATION PROCEDUREApplicants should complete a Claflin University Faculty Application located on our website Employment icial transcripts will be required upon appointment.
- Please send a letter of application addressing your qualifications including a statement of research/scholarship/creative practice.
- Statement of teaching philosophy and your motivation to teach at Claflin University.
- Sample of completed or in-progress research/creative activity.
- Unofficial copies of transcripts of all graduate work.
- Three current letters of recommendation. The addresses, telephone numbers and emails of at least five references will be requested at a later date.
Send all of the above materials via email to
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Claflin University
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