The University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown invites applications for a tenure-stream, full-time position at the Assistant Professor level in the Department of Psychology. The area of specialization is open but expertise or experience teaching in any of the following areas are particularly desired: Research Methods, Cognitive Psychology, and Physiological Psychology.

The University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, founded in 1927, is the first and largest regional campus of the University of Pittsburgh. A vital knowledge center and a foremost contributor to the region’s educational, social, cultural, and economic development, Pitt-Johnstown provides a first-class educational experience that is purposefully designed to prepare students for the real world of the 21st century. Pitt-Johnstown offers a supportive living-learning environment, grounded in the liberal arts and sciences, that is current and responsive to both our students’ personal and professional needs and the needs of our communities. Our campus is located on 650 picturesque acres in the Laurel Highlands of Pennsylvania, 70 miles east of Pittsburgh. Additional information on our institution is available on our web site: www.johnstown.pitt.edu

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include a 12-hour teaching load per term (i.e., 4:4 load) and an active research program including supervision of undergraduates, along with departmental, divisional, and college-wide service activities. Teaching duties include Introduction to Psychology, Research Methods, Cognitive Psychology, Physiological Psychology, History and Systems and other courses in one’s specialty area.

Qualifications:

• Applicants are required to have a doctoral degree in Psychology or a related field by August 2025
• Preferred candidates will have teaching experience in higher education

• Preferred candidates will have experience conducting and publishing research

Starting Date: August, 2025

Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, material must be received by February 1, 2025. The review will continue until the position is filled.

To apply online, go to: http://join.pitt.edu under “Faculty Positions” and find “Assistant Professor Psychology” for the Johnstown campus.

In your online application, please include:

Vita

Statement of eligibility to work in the United States

Statement of research interests

Statement of teaching philosophy

Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., teaching evaluations)

Copies of undergraduate and graduate grade transcripts (official transcripts will be needed later)

3 letters of recommendation

If you have any further questions about the position, please email Dr. Stephanie Jimenez or call (814) 269-2962.

Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, materials must be received by February 1, 2025. Review will continue until the position is filled.

To apply online, go to: http://join.pitt.edu under “Faculty Positions” and find “Assistant Professor Psychology” for the Johnstown campus.

In your online application, please include:

Vita

Statement of eligibility to work in the United States

Statement of research interests

Statement of teaching philosophy

Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., teaching evaluations)

Copies of undergraduate and graduate grade transcripts (official transcripts will be needed later)

3 letters of recommendation

If you have any further questions about the position, please email Dr. Stephanie Jimenez or call (814) 269-2962.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

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