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Assistant Professor of Psychology, Non-Tenure Track - College of Arts and Sciences
Division College of Arts & Sciences (CAS)
Department Psychology
Job Description
The Psychology Department at Ashland University seeks an Assistant Professor of Psychology, Non-Tenure-Track, open area, but a preference for one of the following foci: cognitive, learning, neuroscience, to begin in August 2027. The successful candidate will teach four undergraduate courses per semester, comprising upper-level courses in their content area of expertise, general psychology, research methods, and other courses as needed.
Candidates with a doctorate in psychology at the time of appointment are preferred, but ABDs who have completed all requirements except the dissertation defense will be considered. Applicants should have documented teaching experience, demonstrated potential for scholarly contributions, and a record of mentoring undergraduates in research. This position is eligible for promotion to Associate Professor based on performance.
Required Qualifications
- PhD in Psychology, ABDs considered.
Preferred Qualifications
- PhD in Psychology in the areas of cognitive, learning, and/or Neuroscience.
Physical Demands
Anticipated Start Date of New Hire 08/23/2027
Proposed Rank Assistant
Tenure-Track No
Service Basis 9 month
Fixed Term
Term Start Date 08/23/2027
Term End Date 05/12/2028
Benefits
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Yes
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Posting Detail Information
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Posting Number
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F133P
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Number of Vacancies
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1
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Desired Start Date
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08/23/2027
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Job Open Date
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10/21/2026
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Job Close Date
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Open Until Filled
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Yes
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Special Instructions to Applicants
Required application materials include:
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A letter of application
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A statement of teaching philosophy and experience
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Evidence of teaching effectiveness
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A current curriculum vita
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In lieu of letters of recommendation, please submit a list of references (minimum of three) with contact information.
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Review of applications will begin December 1, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
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Required Documents
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Curriculum Vitae
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Letter of Application
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Teaching Statement
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