Assistant Professor of Psychology

About the role

The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville invites applications for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor of Psychology. The successful candidate will join a vibrant department, contributing to undergraduate and graduate education, research, and service.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in psychology.
• Establish an independent research program, publish scholarly work, and seek external funding.
• Mentor and advise students, including supervising graduate theses.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university service activities.

Required profile

• Ph.D. in Psychology or a closely related field.
• Evidence of scholarly productivity and potential for external grant acquisition.
• Demonstrated teaching effectiveness or strong potential for excellence in teaching.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in academia.

Required skills

• Research design and methodology.
• Statistical analysis and data interpretation.
• Curriculum development and instructional design.
• Grant writing and fundraising.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• University contributions to health, dental, life, and disability insurance.
• Tuition waivers for employees and families.
• Retirement plans with employer contributions of 5‑10%.
• Supportive academic environment in a highly ranked college town.