One-Year, Visiting Assistant Professor Of Psychological Science

One-Year, Visiting Assistant Professor Of Psychological Science

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Poughkeepsie, NY Department Psychological Science Vassar College is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Decisions concerning employment are made on the basis of an individual's qualifications to contribute to meeting Vassar College's educational objectives and its institutional needs, which includes promoting a respect for difference and creating a learning environment where students from all backgrounds can thrive. Candidates who can contribute to these goals through their teaching, research, advising, and other activities are encouraged to identify their strengths and experiences in this area. If you need to request an accommodation to fully participate in the search process, please contact careers@vassar.edu

Job Description Position Introduction:

The Department of Psychological Science seeks a one-year visiting assistant professor to begin in the Fall of 2026 in the areas of Animal Learning/Cognition and Statistics.

Job Description:

Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate teaching and either have completed a Ph.D. or be ABD in the Psychology or Neuroscience of Animal Learning/Cognition at the time of appointment. The successful applicant will teach classes that support, or are required for, our Psychological Science major. The teaching expectation is five course units for the year. Teaching responsibilities will likely include an upper-level Learning & Behavior seminar in an area of the candidate's expertise, intermediate-level Learning and Behavior and Evolutionary Psychology courses, an introductory course in Statistics & Experimental Design and an Introduction to Psychology course.

Application Materials:

Cover Letter & CV Teaching Statement Graduate School Transcripts (unofficial copy is acceptable at the time of application) Contact information for three references. Candidates will be prompted for these at a later stage, following the submission of the application. How to

Apply:

Applications should be addressed to Mark Cleaveland and submitted online at: https://vassar.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Vassar-External . Please contact Mark Cleaveland at macleaveland@vassar.edu with any questions. Review of applicant materials will begin on April 27, 2026 and will continue until the position has been filled. There is no guarantee that applications received after April 27, 2026 will be reviewed.

Pay Transparency Disclosure:

The annual base starting salary range for this position is $89,000 to $93,000 (USD). When extending an offer of employment, Vassar College considers factors such as (but not limited to) the candidate's education/training, work experience, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations. This salary range represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of posting. To apply, visit https://vassar.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Vassar-External/job/Poughkeepsie-NY/One-Year--Visiting-Assistant-Professor-of-Psychological-Science_

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