Assistant Professor of Psychological Sciences

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Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Psychological Sciences

The University of Wisconsin-River Falls Department of Psychological Sciences invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Psychology. Principal responsibilities will include teaching Abnormal Psychology and one or more of the following: General Psychology, Research Methods, Behavioral Statistics.

Candidates are expected to develop and maintain a research program that involves undergraduate students. UW-River Falls recently opened our new Science and Technology Innovation Center (SciTech) that houses Psychological Sciences as well as Chemistry, Physics, and Biology. Departmental facilities include dedicated spaces and state-of-the-art equipment for behavioral research.

Candidates are also expected to mentor and advise students and provide service to the department, college, and university.

The position is a nine-month, full-time, tenure-track faculty position, with a teaching load of twelve credits per semester. The appointment begins August 2026. Compensation is based on qualifications, including education and experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Effectively teach two to three sections of Abnormal Psychology per academic year

• Effectively teach one or more of the following: General Psychology, Research Methods, Behavioral Statistics

• Develop and maintain a research program that involves undergraduate students

• Serve as a faculty mentor and academic advisor to undergraduate students

• Contribute through service to the department, college, and university

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Psychological Sciences

Required Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Psychology (PhD, EdD, or PsyD) or a closely related field at the time of appointment

• Experience teaching and/or preparation to effectively teach courses in Abnormal Psychology and one or more of the following: General Psychology, Research Methods, Behavioral Statistics

• Demonstrated commitment to quality undergraduate teaching and pedagogical development

• Experience with and/or preparation for developing and maintaining a research program involving undergraduate students

Preferred Qualification:

• Experience teaching and/or preparation to effectively teach other courses that support or extend our departmental curriculum

How to Apply:

Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications.  Applicants are required to provide:

• Curriculum Vitae 

• Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter) 

• A statement, not to exceed five pages in length, describing:

• (1) Your teaching interests, experience, and philosophy, including any evidence of successful teaching and teaching development at the college level.

• (2) Your research and scholarly activity, including a summary of research experience and research plans appropriate for a predominantly undergraduate institution.

• Unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts (official copies of transcripts will be required if hired).

• Names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of at least three references who can specifically comment upon your teaching ability, experience and professional preparation (references)

CONTACT INFORMATION:  

Questions should be directed to:

Travis Tubre

Search Chair

travis.tubre@uwrf.edu 

Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before February 6, 2026. 

Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf .

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7). 

Title IX Notice 

As required by Title IX and federal regulations, UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRF’s Title IX Coordinator at titleix@uwrf.edu; the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information, please see students.uwrf.edu/titleix. 

Criminal Background Check and Reference Check Policy 

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you, your most recent employer, and all previous Universities of Wisconsin institutions and State of Wisconsin agency employers from the past seven (7) years to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment per Universities of Wisconsin Administrative Policy 1275. 

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies can be viewed at www.uwrf.edu/police/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report or call University Police at 715-425-3133 for a paper copy. 

Reasonable Accommodations 

UW-River Falls provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or an accommodation in applying because of a disability, contact hr@uwrf.edu or 715-425-3518. 

Academic Freedom & Freedom of Expression 

The University is committed to academic freedom and freedom of expression, and provides all members of the University community the broadest possible latitude to explore ideas and to speak, write, listen, challenge and learn, pursuant to Regent Policy Document 4-21 Commitment to Academic Freedom and Freedom of Expression.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.