Assistant Professor of Psychology

The Psychology Department at Oberlin College invites applications for a full-time tenure track faculty position in the College of Arts and Sciences in Cognitive Development. Initial appointment to this position will be for a term of four years, beginning in the fall semester of 2025, and will carry the rank of Assistant Professor.

The Psychology Department has a strong tradition of teaching and research excellence. Faculty will be provided with research support. Faculty are eligible for conference travel reimbursement and may apply for supplementary support for teaching and research initiatives. As a ‘gateway’ STEM field, Psychology is committed to exploring pedagogy that will engage diverse students and learning styles. Courses within the department typically enroll 35-45 students at the 100 and 200 levels and 12-15 students at the upper levels.

Faculty collaboration, support, and mentoring are available to assist faculty in further developing pedagogy that values diversity and fosters inclusion.

The faculty member will teach the standard teaching load (4.5 courses per year) in the general area of cognitive development, including a seminar and advanced methods course within the incumbent’s specialty. Interest in contributing to Introduction to Psychological Sciences, the Research Method sequence, or one of Oberlin’s concentrations (e.g., Cognitive Science, Data Science, Education Studies, Global Health) is a plus.

We welcome applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to high-quality research in any area of Cognitive Development. We are especially interested in candidates whose research and teaching are grounded in an appreciation of social context.

The faculty member will also be expected to engage in sustained scholarly research and participate in the full range of faculty responsibilities, including academic advising, mentoring undergraduate research, supervising winter term projects, and serving on committees.

Review of applications will begin on September 15, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications received by the October 1 deadline will be guaranteed full consideration.

Questions about the position can be addressed to: cindy.frantz@oberlin.edu or Cindy Frantz, Chair of Psychology, at 440-775-8499.