Assistant Professor Educational Psychology at Pittsburg State University

DescriptionPittsburg State University seeks a faculty member committed to high-quality teaching for a full-time tenure-earning position in the Department of Psychology and Counseling ( The position begins on August 10 2026 and will include undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring. The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses that may include undergraduate courses such as elementary statistics (Research Methods I) educational psychology and graduate courses such as introduction to psychological testing (Fundamentals of Tests & Measurements) and advanced educational psychology. The successful candidate may also be able to develop other courses related to their interests. Scholarly activity in psychology or counseling that includes undergraduates as assistants or collaborators is expected as is service to the department college and university. Preference will be given to candidates who are well qualified to teach elementary statistics and educational psychology.Submit application letter curriculum vita/resume research and teaching statement unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts evidence of teaching effectiveness and names addresses and phone numbers of three professional references to the attention of Rachael Crofford Chair Search Committee. Electronic submissions only. A criminal background/sex offender check is required prior to employment. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. The first review of applications will begin on December 21 2025 and will continue until it is filled. Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Duties and ResponsibilitiesTeach undergraduates courses related to specializationMentor undergraduate students in both career development and researchMaintain an active research agendaMaintain involvement in professional organizationsProvide service to the department college university and communityBe committed to student successParticipate in recruitment and retention effortsEducation and ExperienceRequired Education and Experience Time of Hire EdD in Psychology or Counseling fields. ABD Considered.Candidates must hold a PhD. or an EdD in the Psychology or Counseling discipline or related field. This degree requirement is necessary for accreditation purposes and to ensure candidates possess the specialized knowledge skills and abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program at this level.Preferred Education and ExperienceTeaching experience in higher educationExperience in or openness to mentoring undergraduates in researchScholarly activity in one or more areas of psychologyor counselingJob Type:Unclassified Faculty Tenure EarningScreening Services (Background Checks):Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.Position Start Date: August 10 2026Application Documents Required*:Letter of ApplicationCurriculum Vita/ResumeNames and contact information (address e-mail phone number) of three referencesResearch and teaching statementUnofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts*Consolidate documents into a maximum of 2 to upload.First Consideration Date: December 21 2025; Review will continue until position is filled.Search Committee Chair:Rachael Crofford Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire as the university does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.PSU will only accept applications submitted through this process.Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Key Skills Experience Working With Students,Classroom Experience,Medical Management,Library Services,Pharmacy Residency,Research Experience,Teaching,Higher Education Teaching,Curriculum Development,Grant Writing,Mentoring,Research Laboratory Experience Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1