Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Social 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 of Social Psychology. This position is designed for candidates with a doctorate in psychology or a related field, and it will commence in August 2025. The role involves teaching a variety of courses in social psychology, engaging in research, and participating in departmental service activities. The university emphasizes a commitment to work-life balance and offers a supportive environment for professional development.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Social Psychology and related fields in various modalities (in-person, online, blended).
• Engage in research activities with a three credit course release for research.
• Participate in departmental service activities as outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.
• Contribute to the academic community through professional development and collaboration with colleagues.

Requirements

• Doctorate in psychology or a related field.

Nice-to-haves

• Background in Cognitive Psychology.
• Ability to teach courses such as Memory & Cognition, Statistics, Advanced Social Psychology, or develop new courses.
• 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 and various career paths.