Assistant Professor of Psychology in the Wake Forest University Department of Psychology (R0008003)

Job Description:

The Wake Forest University Department of Psychology welcomes applications for a tenure-track faculty position as an Assistant Professor with a specialization in prejudice bias discrimination or stereotyping. The position begins July 1 2026. Skillful teaching is a key responsibility with a course load of four (4) courses per academic year that includes courses at introductory and advanced undergraduate levels and may include graduate level courses. Additionally the successful candidate will maintain a robust program of scholarship in keeping with standards of the discipline and support the Wake Forest University mission through service to the department the College of Liberal Arts and the university.

We seek applicants from any area of psychology whose research on prejudice bias discrimination or stereotyping would meaningfully contribute to one of our departmental themes: well-being analysis and measurement or self-regulation. The strongest candidates will be very strong in one theme rather than less strong in multiple themes.

Position Qualifications:

An earned Ph.D. in Psychology or a related field is required for the position; ABD candidates are invited to apply. Qualified applicants will demonstrate their ability to teach courses in their area(s) of expertise as well as more general courses at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels; initiate and sustain original research and scholarship in their area(s) of expertise; supervise student research; and contribute to an academic environment that fosters learning and growth for all its members.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants are invited to submit the following materials through Interfolio or 1) a cover letter that outlines the applicants interest in and qualifications for the position with a clear statement about which one departmental theme their work best advances and how; 2) a CV; 3) a statement that describes the applicants approach to teaching students across a wide and varied spectrum of values identities skills and professional ambitions as well as their experience leading undergraduate and/or graduate courses and any future teaching interests; and 4) a statement that describes the applicants research agenda particularly in the context of the current state of the discipline/field. Writing samples letters of recommendation and evidence of teaching experience may be requested from applicants who advance in the search process. Questions regarding the search may be directed to Shannon Brady Chair of the Search Committee at . For full consideration complete applications should be submitted by October 1 2025 when review of applications will begin.

Additional Information:

The Department of Psychology offers BA and research-oriented general MS degrees. Additional information about the Department is available at formed in 1834 is a distinctive university that combines a liberal arts core with graduate and professional schools and innovative research programs. The University embraces the teacher-scholar ideal which prizes the personal interaction between students and faculty. It is a place where exceptional teaching fundamental research and discovery and the engagement of faculty and students in the classroom and the laboratory are paramount.

As an academic community Wake Forest University seeks the enlightenment and freedom that come through diligent study and learning. Its higher goal however is to give life to the University motto Pro Humanitate as members translate a passion for knowledge into compassionate service. The community shares a tradition that embraces freedom and integrity and promotes a democratic spirit arising from open-mindedness and discourse. Its collective strength and character are derived from the values and distinctive experiences of each individual; therefore it affirms the richness of human intellect and cultures as it strives toward a society in which goodwill respect and empathy prevail. To that end Wake Forest University rejects hatred and bigotry in any form and promotes justice honor and mutual trust.

The University today enrolls over 5400 undergraduates and 3800 students in graduate programs at its principal location the Reynolda campus in Winston-Salem NC. Students at Wake Forest University enjoy a great deal of access to and interaction with world-class faculty both in and out of the classroom setting with a student-faculty ratio of 11:1. More information about the University can be found at .

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race color religion national origin sex age sexual orientation gender identity and expression genetic information disability and military or veteran status.

If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please contact order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community Wake Forest University conducts background investigations for all final faculty candidates being considered for employment.