Job Description
Wesleyan University, founded in 1831, is a diverse, energetic liberal arts community where critical thinking and practical idealism go hand in hand. Wesleyan University's Department of Psychology invites applications for a one-semester part-time visiting professor of Psychology beginning January 1, 2027, for the spring semester. A Ph.D. in psychology or a related field at the time of appointment is required to be hired at the professor level; an appointment as an instructor is possible for a successful A.B.D. candidate. The successful candidate will teach one section of Introductory Psychology. Preference will be given to candidates with undergraduate teaching experience. The Psychology Department currently has 18 full-time faculty members in the areas of neuroscience, psychopathology, cognitive, developmental, cultural, and social psychology. Wesleyan faculty have a strong commitment to scholarship and to undergraduate teaching, and the university offers a variety of resources for professional development including the Center for Pedagogical Innovation and the Office for Faculty Career Development. Inquiries about this position may be sent to Professor Barbara Juhasz at bjuhasz@wesleyan.edu.
To apply:
https://wesleyan.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/careers A complete application includes:
cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching statement and evaluations if available, and email addresses for three references. In the cover letter, applicants should describe how they will embrace the college's commitment to fostering an inclusive community. Review of applications is ongoing; those received by June 30th will be given fuller consideration. Visa sponsorship is not normally available. Work Location:
On Campus All offers to external applicants are contingent on the candidate's completion of a pre-employment background check screening to the satisfaction of Wesleyan University. Wesleyan University, located in Middletown, Connecticut, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or non-position-related criminal record. We welcome applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups. Inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504 or any other non-discrimination policies should be directed to Vice President for Equity and Inclusion, Title IX and ADA/504 Coordinator. Wesleyan University complies with the Clery Act and maintains records of campus crime statistics and security policies. Copies of Wesleyan University's Clery Act Report are available on request and online at https://www.wesleyan.edu/publicsafety/clery.html . Experience is taken into consideration in the determination of salary offers. For more information visit https:
//www.wesleyan.edu/hr/handbook/compensation-practices/index.html Wesleyan offers a broad range of employee benefits and development opportunities, including comprehensive group insurance plans, wellness programs and incentives, generous paid time off and retirement plans, flexible work schedules, employee and dependent tuition programs for those who qualify. Detailed information on the benefits of working at Wesleyan is located at: https://wesleyan.edu/hr/careers/prospective-resources.html . Wesleyan University, located in Middletown, Connecticut, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or non-position-related criminal record. We welcome applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups. Inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504 or any other non-discrimination policies should be directed to Vice President for Equity and Inclusion, Title IX and ADA/504 Coordinator. Wesleyan University complies with the Clery Act and maintains records of campus crime statistics and security policies. Copies of Wesleyan University's Clery Act Report are available on request and online at http://www.wesleyan.edu/publicsafety/compliance.html.
