Assistant Professor of Instruction - Psychology

The Department of Psychology at the University of South Florida, Tampa Campus seeks to fill a continuing 9-month, full-time, non-tenure track Assistant Professor of Instruction position to begin on August 7, 2026. Salary for 9-month appointment is $60,000, with the potential for additional compensation for summer teaching assignments. A review of applications will begin on November 7, 2025. Applications received after November 7, 2025 may be reviewed and advanced, in cases of compelling merit, up to the conclusion of the search process.

Minimum Qualifications:

Doctoral degree in Psychology or a related discipline from an accredited institution with a demonstrated record of achievement in undergraduate teaching and departmental service is required. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor of Instruction. Applications from individuals who are ABD will be accepted, but the degree must be conferred by appointment start date. The successful applicant must be able to teach a variety of undergraduate courses (four courses in the fall; four courses in the spring) and will provide additional departmental service. The area of specialty is open, but preference will be given to applicants with interest or experience teaching Perception, Cognitive Psychology, Physiological Psychology, Research Methods in Psychology, Experimental Design and Analysis, and Introduction to Psychological Science. When applying, please submit the following: Cover letter CV Evidence of quality of teaching (i.e. student evaluations of instruction, syllabi, teaching materials, data regarding teaching effectiveness) Statement of teaching philosophy for undergraduate education Also, provide names and contact information for three (3) professional references. Only complete applications will be considered for review. Conclusion of this search is subject to final budget approval. According to Florida Law, applications and meetings regarding them are open to the public. USF is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Institution. For disability accommodations, contact Nickole Lahr at Nickole2@usf.edu , a minimum of five working days in advance.