Assistant Professor of Psychology

The Department of Psychology at Ferrum College invites applications for a full time faculty position at the rank of Instructor or Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, depending on qualifications, to begin August 2026. 

We seek a student-centered educator committed to excellence in undergraduate teaching who can contribute to a vibrant psychology curriculum in a small liberal arts setting. The successful candidate will teach Introductory Psychology and a range of upper-level psychology courses aligned with their expertise and departmental needs. 

Area of interest include, but are not limited to:Clinical or Counseling Pyschology

• Industrial-Organizational Psychology 
• Health Psychology
• Sport Psychology
• Social Psychology
• Personality Psychology
• Multicultural Psychology

This position offers the opportunity to work closely with students through teaching, mentorship, and experiential learning in a collaborative academic environment. 


Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include teaching 12 credit hours per semester of undergraduate psychology courses, including Introductory Psychology and upper-level electives. The successful candidate will also:

• Advise and mentor undergraduate students.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program assessment. 
• Participate in departmental and college committees. 
• Support experiential learning opportunities such as student research or applied experiences. 
• Maintain professional engagement in the field, including scholarly activity for tenure-track candidates.

Qualifications

Required: 

• For Instructor rank: Master's degree in Psychology or a closely related field. 
• For Assistant Professor (tenure-track): Ph.D. in Psychology or a closely related field (ABD considered).
• Demonstrated ability to teach Introductory Psychology.
• Commitment to teaching in a student-focused liberal arts environment. 

Preferred:

• College-level teaching experience.
• Ability to teach a variety of upper-level psychology courses. 
• Evidence of effective and innovative undergraduate teaching. 
• Experience incorporating inclusive pedagogies and instructional technologies. 
• For tenure-track candidates, evidence of or potential for scholarly activity. 

About Ferrum College

Founded in 1913, Ferrum College is a private liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist Church. The college offers a wide range of liberal arts and professional programs including business, recreation leadership, musical theatre, agriculture, environmental science, teacher education, criminal justice, and psychology. 

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of southwest Virginia, Ferrum provides an outstanding educational experience in a setting of exceptional natural beauty with close access to lakes, rivers, hiking trails, and state parks. 


Application Process

Applicants should submit:

• Letter of application 
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy or evidence of teaching effectiveness
• Graduate transcripts
• Names and contact information for three professional references

Materials should be submitted to [email protected] or mailed to: 

Human Resources
Ferrum College
P.O. Box 1000
Ferrum, VA 24088

A background check is required. The final hiring decision is contingent upon programmatic and enrollment needs. 

Ferrum College is an equal opportunity provider and employer and seeks candidates who will contribute to a diverse and inclusive campus community.