Preferred Job Duties

Caldwell University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Psychology in the School of Arts and Sciences. This is a full-time, tenure-track appointment beginning in the Fall 2025 semester. Areas of expertise are open, but multicultural psychology or biological psychology are preferred. The Department prepares students to be competent professionals in psychology. Applicants should be willing to teach day, evening, summer, and/or online formats, as needed. The successful applicant will teach undergraduate courses, including within their specialty area, such as General Psychology, Psychological Statics, Writing in Psychology, Psychology of Personality, Psychopathology, Psychology of Learning, Cross-Cultural Psychology, and Biological Psychology, as well as advise psychology majors. Job duties and requirements include, but are not limited to:

• A Ph.D. or terminal degree in a related field, plus prior teaching experience, are required.
• Experience using an online course management system such as Blackboard is expected.
• Teaching sections of First-Year Seminar on a rotating basis.
• Participating in University-wide committee work.
• Contributing to curriculum improvements and development of future Department and School programs.
• Continued scholarly growth and development, including research with students.
• Expected to participate in department, school, and all-faculty meetings, and activities including open houses, convocation, commencement, etc.
  
  

Applicants must submit a curriculum vitae, cover letter specifying position interest and qualifications, and a list of three professional references including complete contact information. Applicants are encouraged to submit a statement of teaching philosophy and transcripts from the institution granting terminal degree.

To Apply

Caldwell University is committed to recruiting and retaining faculty, staff and students who will further the traditions, goals and core values of the University in support of our Catholic Dominican mission, vision, and strategic plan. Caldwell seeks employees who are committed to contributing to an energetic welcoming atmosphere.

Caldwell University is a private, Catholic coed four-year university with a strong liberal arts core curriculum that enhances critical thinking and analytical reasoning. Caldwell offers 36 undergraduate and 31 graduate programs, including doctoral, master’s, certificate, and certification programs, as well as online and distance learning options that prepare students for today’s global marketplace. The university has 15 NCAA Division II athletic teams and numerous clubs, fraternities, sororities, and activities on a beautiful 70-acre campus located in the suburbs of Caldwell, New Jersey. Caldwell was founded by the Sisters of Saint Dominic of Caldwell. Its core values of respect, integrity, community, and excellence influence academic and campus life. For more information about Caldwell University, visit caldwell.edu .

Caldwell University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.