Assistant Professor of Psychological Science -Tenure Track
Simpson College

Location: Indianola, IA
Open Date: Sep 23, 2025

Description
Simpson College - Indianola, Iowa

The Department of Psychological Science at Simpson College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin August 2026. The position is open to candidates in any area of psychology, with preference given to applicants specializing in Social, Personality, or Developmental Psychology who can also contribute to teaching statistics and/or introductory psychology.

Primary Responsibilities

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  Teach six courses (24 credit hours) across the academic year (fall, spring, and May Term). Courses may include statistics, social, developmental, or personality psychology, with opportunities to teach in the candidate's area of expertise and core curriculum needs (e.g., introductory psychology, research methods, advanced research).
  

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  Conduct research, with particular emphasis on collaboration with undergraduate students.
  

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  Mentor students to promote success in and out of the classroom, degree completion, and an inclusive learning environment.
  

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  Provide service to the department, the college, and/or the profession.
  

Teaching responsibilities begin in August 2026; academic advising and college service begin in the following year.


Qualifications
Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Psychology (ABD candidates encouraged to apply).

• Evidence of a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching, scholarship, and/or service.

Preferred Qualifications

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  College or university teaching experience.
  

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  Research experience that engages undergraduate students.
  

Application Instructions
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit the following materials:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching philosophy or statement, summary of teaching experiences, and evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., course evaluations, syllabus, assignments)
• Graduate transcripts (unofficial acceptable)
• Three professional letters of recommendation

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Full consideration will be given to applications received by January 1, 2026.



For more information and to apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/174526

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION: Applicants for admission and employment, students, parents of students, employees, sources of referral for admission and employment, and all unions or professional organizations holding collective bargaining or professional agreements with Simpson College are hereby notified that this institution does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, veteran or veteran disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic in admission, access to, treatment or employment in, its programs and activities. Any persons having inquiries concerning Simpson College's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title VII, Title IX - Section 504, or Americans with Disabilities Act are directed to contact Director of Human Resources, Simpson College, 701 North C Street, Indianola, Iowa 50125-1299, (515) 961-1511. Persons may also contact the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, regarding the institution's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title VII, Title IX - Section 504, or Americans with Disabilities Act.

TITLE IX: Simpson College does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of sex/gender. Simpson College also prohibits retaliation against any person opposing discrimination or participating in any discrimination investigation or complaint process internally or externally. Reports of misconduct, questions regarding Title IX, and concerns about non-compliance should be directed to the Title IX Coordinator. For a complete copy of the policy, more information, or to report an instance of sex or gender-based discrimination, please contact the Title IX Coordinator (titleix@simpson.edu) and/or the Assistant Secretary of Education within the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/complaintintro.html.

The College is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include but are not limited to criminal history, national sex offender search, and motor vehicle history. Simpson's annual security compliance document is available on the Simpson Security website. To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, you will be required to, upon being made an offer of employment, produce documents that are specified by the federal government to establish your identity and right to work in the United States. These documents must be produced no later than seventy-two (72) hours after beginning paid employment. Questions? Contact the Human Resources department at employment@simpson.edu

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