Department of Psychology (Tenure Track, Start Fall 2027)

Description

The Department of Psychology invites applications for a tenure-track appointment in social psychology, broadly defined, beginning Fall 2027. Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Instructor (ABD) or Associate Professor possible. We seek a candidate with research and teaching interests in social and/or personality psychology whose courses will engage and support our diverse undergraduate students and involve them meaningfully in research. The Department of Psychology offers one of Grinnell College’s largest majors. Our investigative curriculum equips students with strong research skills that facilitate participation in individually mentored research. Modern teaching laboratories, provide the venues for authentic investigations. Our teacher-scholar model fosters faculty student research collaborations. The teaching load is five courses [OR EQUIVALENT] over two semesters; periodically one course will be Tutorial (a topical writing/critical thinking course for first-year students, the only College-wide requirement beyond the completion of a major in an individually-advised curriculum). The successful candidates will teach some combination of introductory psychology and both intermediate and advanced courses in their area of specialization. In addition, successful candidates will mentor and engage students in authentic research projects. To support the development of a robust research program involving undergraduates, the College provides highly competitive start‑up funds, dedicated laboratory space, and a junior research leave following a successful third‑year review, in addition to regular sabbatical opportunities for tenured faculty. Additional information about our curriculum and faculty can be found at https://www.grinnell.edu/academics/majors-concentrations/psychology.

Qualifications

Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Instructor (ABD) or Associate Professor possible.

Application Instructions

In letters of application, candidates should discuss their interest in developing as a teacher and scholar in a highly selective undergraduate liberal arts college that emphasizes close student-faculty interaction. They should also discuss their potential to contribute to a college community that maintains a diversity of people and perspectives as one of its core values. To be assured of full consideration, all application materials should be received by October 1st.  

 

To apply, candidates will need to upload the following materials: 

·         A letter of application 

·         Curriculum vitae 

·         A statement of teaching interests and philosophy with attention to inclusive, evidence-based pedagogy and mentoring undergraduate researchers

·         A statement on research interests that describes how undergraduates can be meaningfully involved.

·         Graduate transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable) 

·         Names and email contact information for three professional references

 

Questions about this search should be directed to the search chair, Professor Chris Ralston, at [PSYCHOLOGYSEARCH@Grinnell.EDU] or 641-269-4040.  

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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