Assistant Professor, Psychological Science

Kenosha, WI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 20 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Carthage College Department of Psychological Science invites applications for a three-year renewable contract instructional faculty member at the Assistant Professor rank to start in August 2026 with a specialty in social psychology. We welcome candidates with additional experience in personality psychology or industrial-organizational psychology. The successful candidate will teach eight courses per year (divided across two semesters with the option of teaching during January/summer terms) including courses in their area of specialization Research Methods and Statistics and a team-taught course in Introduction to Psychological Science. Research is a critical component of the departments mission. As such this role will involve mentorship of students in research which is typically integrated with the professors ongoing research program. There is also an expectation to provide service to the department including student advising.

The faculty of the Department of Psychological Science at Carthage College are a community of highly collaborative teacher-scholars. The candidate will be joining a rich psychology program with a deep focus on the science of psychology. Research methods and statistics are thoughtfully integrated throughout the curriculum. Students leave our program equipped with a skillset that allows them to succeed both in graduate programs and in careers that are indirectly related to psychology. Psychology is also a popular major for students pursuing occupational therapy.

Minimum Qualifications

Must have a Ph.D. in psychology (awarded by their start date)
Have college-level teaching experience
Ability to involve undergraduates in their research

Additional questions about this position can be directed to Anthony Barnhart at

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About Carthage:

Founded in 1847 Carthage College is a four-year private liberal arts college. Our prime location in Kenosha Wisconsin midway between Chicago and Milwaukee allows students the opportunity to learn in a professional context. Our beautiful campus an 80-acre arboretum on the shore of Lake Michigan is home to 150 scholars 2600 full-time students and 400 part-time students. Our rich academic experience equips students with foundational knowledge and skills preparing graduates to be lifelong learners and to lead meaningful productive lives.

Carthage College is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse community. We welcome applications from a broad spectrum of people including members of ethnic minorities women veterans and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex gender expression gender identity sexual orientation national origin protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

Minimum Qualifications