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Assistant Or Associate Professor Of Psychology

The University of Maine at Presque Isle is seeking an on-campus tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Psychology beginning as soon as January 1, 2027 for an academic year (9 month) appointment. The successful candidate will primarily teach undergraduate courses in Psychology (area of expertise open). Candidates who can teach courses in clinical/counseling psychology as well as some courses in research methodology, biological psychology, or I/O psychology are preferred.

Responsibilities will encompass course instruction and development, advising, engaging in campus and professional service, collaborating with colleagues at the University of Maine at Fort Kent, and fostering opportunities for undergraduate experiential learning. We seek a dedicated professional with a passion for teaching and a commitment to career growth.

Based on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant, the minimum salary for Assistant Professor is $64,711 and minimum salary for Associate Professor is $73,786, commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include a 10% employer contribution to the UMS retirement plan, medical, dental, vision, and tuition waiver programs for employees and dependents. Visit our benefits website to learn more.

Key Responsibilities include (not limited to):

• Deliver a minimum of four courses, or equivalent, per semester at both introductory and advanced levels, employing a blend of traditional and innovative modalities (competency-based, online, hyflex, and/or in-person).
• Actively contribute to the academic community through campus and professional service endeavors.
• Assist in the development, instruction, and administration of the undergraduate psychology program.
• Develop initiatives that involve undergraduate students, potentially leading to field placements, independent projects, or conference presentations/publications.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Effective communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to collaborate within the academic community and engage with external stakeholders; proficiency in utilizing innovative teaching methods and technology to enhance student learning experiences, including online instruction; willingness to travel occasionally.

Required Qualifications:

• A doctoral degree in Psychology (PhD or PSYD) or a closely related field from an accredited institution. Doctoral candidates who are ABD and plan to defend their dissertation prior to January 2027 will be considered.

Preferred:
Background in Clinical/Counseling Psychology with an ability to teach/develop courses that will complement existing areas of faculty expertise.

How to apply

Materials must be submitted via "Apply Now" below or visit the UMPI Careers Page.

For application to be considered complete you must create an applicant profile (application) and submit ALL of the following:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Transcripts
• Teaching Philosophy

Important items to know about the recruitment process:

• Review of applications will begin on October 23, 2026.
• Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of references.
• A background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.
• The University is not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.