Assistant Professor of Psychology I Tenure-Track

Founded by the Sisters of Charity of New York, the University of Mount Saint Vincent is an academically excellent, authentically inclusive, Catholic and ecumenical liberal arts university. The University combines a strong core curriculum with a full array of majors in the liberal arts and, within the tradition of liberal education, selected professional fields of study.

At Mount Saint Vincent, a student’s education extends beyond knowledge, skills, and preparation for work. We seek the development of the whole person. In the spirit of Vincent de Paul and Elizabeth Ann Seton, we foster an understanding of our common humanity, a commitment to human dignity, and a full appreciation of our obligations to each other. The Men’s and Women’s Coach is responsible for providing leadership, organization and administration of the Men’s and Women’s program

Through its School of Professional and Continuing Studies, the University extends its primary undergraduate mission by offering high quality graduate studies in business, education and nursing and an array of undergraduate and certificate programs serving non-traditional students.

Start Date: August 2025

Responsibilities:

Teaching Load: 21 credits per year, including:

• Introductory psychology courses
• Courses in the candidate’s area of specialization
• Other foundational courses in the psychology major
• Opportunity to develop new courses for the curriculum

Research:

• Engage undergraduates in an active research program within the department
• Research support available through various University funding sources

Service Responsibilities:

• Academic advising for students
• Participation in departmental and University activities
• Serving on University governance committees

Requirements

• Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in psychology from an accredited university (ABD candidates will be considered)
• Training, teaching experience, and an established research program in school/counseling psychology or forensic psychology
• Candidates from all areas of psychology will be considered, with preference given to those specializing in school/counseling or forensic psychology

Teaching and Mentorship:

• Demonstrated strong record of teaching and mentoring a diverse undergraduate student population
• Commitment to supporting student success in an urban, liberal arts educational setting

Benefits

The allotted salary range for this position is $68,000 to $70,000

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Enhanced Short Term Disability Insurance
• 100% employer sponsored Long Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Contribution in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program