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Tenure-Track in Psychology
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Taylor University
Upland, IN (In Person)
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Taylor University is seeking applications and nominations of distinctive candidates for a tenure track position in Psychology beginning in January 2026. Rank and salary are dependent upon qualifications and experience. Mission and Commitment Taylor's mission is to develop servant-leaders marked with a passion to minister Christ's redemptive love, grace, and truth to a world in need. As a community, Taylor faculty, staff, and students commit to living out Christ's love and truth in the here and now. We worship together, serve one another, and grow in faith as we learn in the classroom, on the field, at chapel, and anywhere else we're doing Life Together. Duties and Responsibilities Teaching will consist primarily of courses in the psychology major as well as upper-division courses in the candidate's field of expertise. The normal teaching load is 24 hours per academic year. Scholarly activity, professional service, student advising, hold weekly office hours, faculty governance responsibilities, and chapel attendance are expected. Typical Qualifications A doctoral degree in psychology and the ability to mentor students in psychological research are expected. The candidate should be able to teach a variety of undergraduate level psychology courses, ranging from introductory to advanced levels. Prior experience is desirable; quality teaching is essential. Successful candidates should have demonstrated abilities toward or a record of research and publication. About the Department The Psychology Department at Taylor has six full-time faculty members. The department has close ties with kinesiology, social work, public health, pre-art therapy, and education departments. There are approximately 170 psychology majors, making psychology the largest single major on campus. In addition, the psychology department has over 140 students in the departmental minors: General Psychology, Autism Studies & Interventions, Counseling, Neuroscience, Industrial-Organizational, Health & Wellness, and Intercultural Psychology. The psychology programs have a practicum and/or directed research requirement which encourages student mentoring opportunities.