Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Psychology

Montana State University - Billings, MT

Full-time - Entry Level

Billings, MT

Educational Services

About the position

The Department of Psychology at Montana State University Billings is seeking a Tenure Track Assistant Professor specializing in Behavioral Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Experimental Psychology, or a related field. This position is designed for candidates with a doctorate and will commence in August 2025. The role involves teaching, engaging in service activities, and contributing to the academic community while supporting both in-person and online students.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Behavioral Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Experimental Psychology, and related fields.
• Engage in service activities as outlined in the collective bargaining agreement and department guidelines.
• Support both in-person and online students to achieve timely graduation.
• Participate in professional development opportunities.

Requirements

• Doctorate in psychology or a related field.

Nice-to-haves

• Background in Biological Psychology
• Ability to teach Physiological Psychology and master's level Human Neuropsychology
• Experience teaching in-person, online, or using multiple format modalities
• Experience working with first generation students.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays per year and 1 Floating Holiday
• Sick Leave accrued at a rate of .0416125 for each hour in pay status
• Employee and Dependent Tuition Waiver
• Opportunities for professional development
• Access to a robust Employee Assistance Program
• Affordable medical benefits including Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Life Insurance and Long Term Disability included in benefits
• Opportunities for career growth
• Access to campus amenities such as coffee shops, concerts, athletic events, and recreation center.