Assistant Professor of Psychology (Tenure-Track)

About the role

The Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences at Texas A&M University‑Texarkana invites applications for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor of Psychology starting Fall 2026. The position offers the opportunity to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, develop an independent research program, and contribute to a vibrant, student‑focused psychology department.

Key responsibilities

• Teach three courses each long semester (approximately 9 semester credit hours), with optional summer teaching.
• Deliver undergraduate and graduate courses in Statistics, Research Methods, and Experimental Psychology.
• Maintain an active research agenda and supervise master’s theses.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university committees, curriculum development, program assessment, and student advising.

Required profile

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Psychology (or Counseling Psychology) from a regionally accredited institution, or ABD at the time of application.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and scholarly research.

Required skills

• Statistics
• Research Methods
• Experimental Psychology

What we offer

• A robust psychology program with ~160 students and dedicated research facilities.
• Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration within the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education.
• Support for undergraduate and graduate experiential learning and high‑impact teaching practices.