Assistant Professor of Psychology & Education

Position Overview

The Department of Psychology and Education at Mount Holyoke College invites applications for a tenure‑track assistant professor position in the area of clinical developmental psychology, beginning July 1, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Teach 200‑level courses in clinical and developmental psychology.
• Teach advanced 300‑level laboratory and seminar courses in the candidate’s area of specialization.
• Contribute to one of three core courses: Introduction to Psychology, Statistics, or Research Methods.
• Engage undergraduates as research assistants and mentor a diverse student body.
• Develop and maintain an active research program that attracts undergraduate involvement.

Qualifications

• PhD (ABD acceptable) in psychology or a related field.
• Demonstrated record of strong undergraduate teaching.
• Active research program that can engage undergraduate research assistants.
• Experience mentoring students who are broadly diverse with regard to race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender, nationality, sexual orientation, disability, and religion.
• Graduate‑level training in clinical practice is preferred.

Benefits

• Starting salary of $90,000.
• Access to department funds and competitive faculty grants.
• Comprehensive faculty mentoring program and investment across career span.
• Laboratory space available to accommodate research needs.

Application Process

Applicants must submit a cover letter, a CV, and statements of teaching philosophy, research plans, and mentoring a diverse student body. Reference letters will be requested at a later date in the search process. Review of applications will begin on September 7, 2026.