Assistant Professor

Pittsburg State University seeks a faculty member committed to high-quality teaching for a full-time, tenure-earning position in the Department of Psychology and Counseling ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). The candidate should have both training in and active research in human cognition and/or sensation/perception. The position begins on August 10, 2026, and will include primarily undergraduate teaching and mentoring.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach elementary statistics (Research Methods I), research methods (Research Methods II), cognitive psychology (Cognitive Processes), Sensation & Perception, and/or other courses such as Human Factors, as assigned. The successful candidate may also be able to develop other courses related to their interests. Scholarly activity in human cognition and/or sensation/perception that includes undergraduates as assistants or collaborators is expected, as is service to the department, college, and university.

Preference will be given to candidates who are well qualified to teach Sensation & Perception.

Submit your application letter, curriculum vita/resume, research and teaching statement, unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references to the attention of Dr. Julie Allison, Chair, Search Committee.

Duties and Responsibilities

* Teach primarily undergraduate courses related to specialization

* Mentor undergraduate students in both career development and research

* Maintain an active research agenda

* Maintain involvement in professional organizations

* Provide service to the department, college, university, and community

* Be committed to student success

* Participate in recruitment and retention efforts

Education and Experience

Required

Education and Experience - Time of Hire

* Cognitive/Experimental Psychology or Cognitive Neuroscience (ABD will be considered)

Candidate's must hold a Ph.D. in Cognitive/Experimental Psychology or Cognitive Neuroscience discipline or related field. This degree requirement ensures candidates possess the advanced theoretical knowledge, highly specialized methodologies, and critical problem-solving skills fundamental to this work. These competencies are typically developed and rigorously validated only through the comprehensive curriculum and intensive experiential experience inherent in a formal degree program.

Preferred

Education and Experience

* Teaching experience in higher education

* Experience in, or openness to, mentoring undergraduates in research

* Scholarly activity in human cognition and/or sensation/perception

Job Type: Unclassified, Faculty, Tenure Earning

Screening Services (Background Checks): Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

Position

Start Date:

 August 10, 2026

Application Documents Required*:

* Letter of Application

* Curriculum Vita/Resume

* Names and contact information (address, e-mail, phone number) of three references

* Research and teaching statement

* Unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts

* Consolidate all application documents into a maximum of two separate PDFs.

First Consideration Date:
December 12, 2025;
Review will continue until position is filled.

Search Committee Chair:
Dr. Julie Allison

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire, as the university does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

PSU will only accept applications submitted through this process.

Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.