Teaching Professor, Psychological Sciences


 

Position Title & Department:
 Teaching Professor, Psychological Sciences

Posting #
5507
Department Description:
The Department of Psychological Sciences is housed within the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of San Diego. Our faculty are dedicated teacher-scholars with a commitment to offering the highest quality teaching and learning environment for students as well as mentoring undergraduates in meaningful research experiences. We embrace our responsibility to create a welcoming and inclusive campus culture and seek candidates who are motivated to contribute to the life of the department, College, and University. The department offers robust mentoring of new faculty to support their success. The Department of Psychological Sciences offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology (please visit https://www.sandiego.edu/cas/psychological-sciences/ for more information).

The College of Arts and Sciences is at the heart of the University of San Diego. Our philosophy is built on the enduring values of the Catholic intellectual tradition, immersing students in the concepts of free inquiry, ethical conduct and compassionate service. The College aims to establish an academic foundation for students to thrive and gain a comprehensive education, which spans the sciences, arts and social sciences. Through our exemplary liberal arts education and rigorous scholarship, we aspire to not only educate the mind but also develop the whole person.

University Description:
The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity's urgent challenges.
Detailed Description:
The Department of Psychological Sciences at the University of San Diego invites applicants for a benefits-based non-tenure track Teaching Professor position to commence in fall 2026, with the possibility of renewal. The expected teaching load is 3-4 courses per semester. We welcome applicants who are innovative in their pedagogical approaches. The curricular needs for the department vary each semester, so applicants must have the experience or expertise to teach Introductory Psychology, Statistics, Research Methods, and potentially upper division courses in their expertise.

This position is included in the Non-tenure Track Bargaining Unit, and the successful applicant employee, subject to the terms of the College's Collective Bargaining will be a bargaining unit member and will be subject to the University's Agreement with SEIU Local 721

Background check:  Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes. 
Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree in Psychology or a closely related field completed by the time of appointment. Demonstrated experience teaching at the university level. Evidence of effective teaching. Ability to teach courses in person and hold weekly in person office hours.

Our faculty are dedicated teacher-scholars with a commitment to offering the highest quality teaching and learning environment for students as well as mentoring undergraduates in meaningful research experiences. We embrace our responsibility to create a welcoming and inclusive campus culture and seek candidates who are motivated to contribute to the life of the department, College, and University. The department offers robust mentoring of new faculty to support their success. The Department of Psychological Sciences offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology (please visit https://www.sandiego.edu/cas/psychological-sciences/ for more information).

Preferred Qualifications:
PhD in Psychology. Experience working with and supporting students from diverse backgrounds.
Posting Salary:
  $6,092-6,275/monthly, Excellent Benefits

 
This appointment is a full-time, benefits-eligible, non-tenure-track position at the rank of Teaching Professor, with a monthly salary range of $6,092-6,275, with the final salary determined by whether the candidate holds a non-terminal or terminal degree.Candidates with significant college-level teaching experience may negotiate for appointment at the Senior or Distinguished Teaching Professor rank.

The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical and a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer. USD: Human Resources: Benefits

The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position.  Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.
Special Application Instructions:
Applicants are asked to submit the following materials.

1. A brief letter of application
2. Curriculum vita
3. Contact information for three references who will be sent a link to upload letters.

Candidates are asked to submit the following materials by May 1, 2026 for timely consideration. For questions, please contact the search chair, Dr. Anne Koenig (akoenig@sandiego.edu)

Click the 'Apply Now' button to complete our online application. If you have any technical difficulties please email the Employment Services Team at jobs@sandiego.edu.
Additional Details:

The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco-free campus. For more information, visit www.sandiego.edu/smokefree.

To apply, visit https://jobs.sandiego.edu/cw/en-us/job/497283







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