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Assistant Professor of Psychology
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Pitzer College
California City, CA (In Person)
$94,000 Salary, Full-Time
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Assistant Professor of Psychology
Pitzer College, United States
1 day ago
D. in a relevant discipline is required. Candidates must be well prepared to offer courses in quantitative and/or qualitative research methods. We expect a capability and commitment to teach research methods (quantitative) and a specialized research course (quantitative and/or qualitative). Teaching load is five courses per academic year, typically reduced to four courses in the first year, and may include introductory psychology, mid-level courses in developmental, cognitive, and/or educational psychology, research methods, specialized research practica and seminar courses in the candidate's area(s) of specialization, and occasionally a writing-intensive first-year seminar. We are interested in teacher-scholars whose work intersects with the core values of the college: social responsibility, intercultural understanding, interdisciplinary learning, student engagement, and/or environmental sustainability. Candidates should articulate these connections in the cover letter. Complete applications (including reference letters) received by August 21, 2026 will receive full consideration. Please note, for submission purposes, that the Academic Jobs Online site is on Eastern Standard Time. Pitzer College welcomes candidates who can contribute to the College's mission and distinctive educational objectives, which promote interdisciplinary perspectives, intercultural understanding, and concern with social responsibility and the ethical implications of knowledge and action. Pitzer College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For the successful applicant with the relevant interests, affiliations are possible with the intercollegiate departments of Africana Studies, Asian American Studies, Chican/Latin Studies, and/or the Intercollegiate Feminist Center for Teaching, Research, and Engagement. Collaborations with the Robert Redford Conservancy for Southern California Sustainability, the Institute for Global-Local Action and Study, the Community Engagement Center, and the CASA Pitzer program are encouraged. To , submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, evidence of excellence in teaching and research, statement of teaching philosophy, description of research, and three letters of recommendation. Additionally, candidates should include a separate statement that addresses how their cultural, experiential, and/or academic background has the potential to contribute to the College's mission, distinctive educational objectives, and core values. Compensation range: $93,000 - $95,000 The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training. Pitzer College is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.), tuition reimbursement, tuition exchange program participation and more. Questions may be directed to faculty_jobspitzer.
Location:
California City, CALIFORNIA Position Description The Psychology Field Group at Pitzer College is recruiting a tenure-track,Assistant Professor of Psychology:
Developmental Psychology. Desirable areas of specialization include Cognitive Development or Education. A Ph.D. or Ed.D. in a relevant discipline is required. Candidates must be well prepared to offer courses in quantitative and/or qualitative research methods. We expect a capability and commitment to teach research methods (quantitative) and a specialized research course (quantitative and/or qualitative). Teaching load is five courses per academic year, typically reduced to four courses in the first year, and may include introductory psychology, mid-level courses in developmental, cognitive, and/or educational psychology, research methods, specialized research practica and seminar courses in the candidate's area(s) of specialization, and occasionally a writing-intensive first-year seminar. We are interested in teacher-scholars whose work intersects with the core values of the college: social responsibility, intercultural understanding, interdisciplinary learning, student engagement, and/or environmental sustainability. Candidates should articulate these connections in the cover letter. Complete applications (including reference letters) received by August 21, 2026 will receive full consideration. Please note, for submission purposes, that the Academic Jobs Online site is on Eastern Standard Time. Pitzer College welcomes candidates who can contribute to the College's mission and distinctive educational objectives, which promote interdisciplinary perspectives, intercultural understanding, and concern with social responsibility and the ethical implications of knowledge and action. Pitzer College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For the successful applicant with the relevant interests, affiliations are possible with the intercollegiate departments of Africana Studies, Asian American Studies, Chican/Latin Studies, and/or the Intercollegiate Feminist Center for Teaching, Research, and Engagement. Collaborations with the Robert Redford Conservancy for Southern California Sustainability, the Institute for Global-Local Action and Study, the Community Engagement Center, and the CASA Pitzer program are encouraged. To , submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, evidence of excellence in teaching and research, statement of teaching philosophy, description of research, and three letters of recommendation. Additionally, candidates should include a separate statement that addresses how their cultural, experiential, and/or academic background has the potential to contribute to the College's mission, distinctive educational objectives, and core values. Compensation range: $93,000 - $95,000 The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training. Pitzer College is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.), tuition reimbursement, tuition exchange program participation and more. Questions may be directed to faculty_jobspitzer.
Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:- Letter of Application (up to 2 pages)
- Curriculum Vitae
- Selected evidence of excellence in Teaching
- Selected evidence of excellence in Research
- Teaching statement (up to 2 pages)
- Sample Syllabi or Teaching Materials
- Publications or other evidence of scholarly activity
- Research statement (up to 2 pages)
- Three reference letters
- Statement of potential contributions to Pitzer College's mission, educational
- objectives, and core values And anything else requested in the position description.