Visiting Assistant Professor Psychology

The Psychology Department at Kalamazoo College invites applications for a one-year visiting assistant professor of Psychology to begin in September 2024. A Ph.D. (or evidence of imminent completion) is required; the area of specialization is open. The successful candidate may demonstrate research expertise or teaching capabilities in: psychology of race/ethnicity/gender; cognition; personality; and/or school psychology. We especially seek applicants with teaching competency in Introduction to Psychology. The teaching load is six courses on a quarter system (2/2/2), with additional duties to include grading senior theses and participation in department events.


Completed applications received by April 19th will receive full consideration, with later applications reviewed as needed until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a detailed statement of teaching philosophy and goals that addresses experience working with underrepresented students and engaging issues of diversity and inclusion in curricular and pedagogical approaches, and undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial acceptable) in PDF format. Applicants should also have three confidential letters of recommendation sent in PDF format to PsychologySearch@kzoo.edu. Questions may be directed to the same email.


Kalamazoo College is a highly selective nationally known liberal arts college offering an integrated undergraduate experience that weaves a traditional liberal arts curriculum into educational experiences in both domestic and international settings. The campus is located midway between Chicago and Detroit in Kalamazoo, Michigan, a metropolitan community of 225,000 which supports several college and university campuses along with numerous civic arts and cultural associations. Thirty-five miles from Lake Michigan, the area offers many opportunities for outdoor activities. For more information about Kalamazoo College, visit the College homepage, and visit the Psychology department website to learn more about our department.

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