Assistant Professor in Residence, Psychology

The Bradley University Department of Psychology invites applications for a one-year, Full-Time Visiting Assistant Professor position to begin August 2026.  A Ph.D. or ABD in Psychology is required by the expected start date.  The successful candidate will demonstrate their experience and/or ability to teach three or more of the following psychology courses:  Introduction to Psychology, Research methods, Personality, Social, Health, Cross-Cultural, Positive, Abnormal.  Course assignments will depend on the candidate's interests and departmental needs.  The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of their teaching responsibilities.  Research is not required for this position, but candidates will have opportunities and support to conduct research.

Applications must include: a cover letter outlining qualifications for the position, a curriculum vita, a teaching statement, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and a diversity statement that outlines how they will integrate principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion into their pedagogy. Three letters of recommendation will be solicited from those who are invited to interview.

Please submit all materials at the time of initial application.

The Psychology Department at Bradley is an award-winning department comprised of collegial and supportive faculty and staff who drive student success through engaged learning.  As one of the most diverse academic programs in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the Department of Psychology is deeply committed to fostering a welcoming, caring, diverse, and inclusive learning environment for our students, faculty, and staff.

Review of applications will begin March 22, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Employment with Bradley University is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Bradley University offers a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and disability coverages, FSA, HSA, and retirement plan options. Bradley also offers significant higher education cost savings for employees and dependents through the Tuition Remission program. Information regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.bradley.edu/offices/business/human-resources/benefits/

Bradley University is a top-ranked, private university in Peoria, Illinois, offering nearly 6,000 undergraduate and graduate student’s opportunities, choices, and resources to build their futures. Innovation, action, and collaboration drive Bradley students to generate ideas and create solutions that remake the world around them. Our comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate academic programs includes business, communications, education, engineering, fine arts, health sciences, liberal arts and sciences, and technology.

Bradley University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The administration, faculty and staff are committed to attracting qualified candidates from underrepresented groups.