Assistant Professor of Psychology (quantitative and/or experimental methodology)

imental methodology) Position Type Tenure-track School/Area School of Humanities and Social Sciences Department Psychology Position Description ASSISTANT PROFESSOR . The Department of Psychology at the College of Charleston invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in quantitative and/or experimental methodology at the assistant professor level beginning August 16, 2027. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Psychology or a related field and be primarily interested in teaching statistics and research methods courses. Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and maintaining an active research program within their area of specialization that is capable of involving undergraduate students.

We are particularly interested in candidates who will complement the strengths of existing psychology faculty and whose primary area of research is feasible for student mentoring at the College of Charleston. Primary teaching responsibilities will include psychological statistics, psychological research methods, and advanced quantitative methods, with a typical semester load of 9 contact hours. Applicants with experience in open-science and/or advanced quantitative techniques, including but not limited to structural equation modeling, multilevel modeling, Bayesian estimation, psychometrics, or longitudinal designs, are encouraged to note this experience in their application materials. The College of Charleston , located in Charleston, SC, is a public institution of 11,000 students with a commitment to excellence in teaching and research.

The College of Charleston boasts two renovated science facilities to support the research needs of the successful candidate. Furthermore, the Medical University of South Carolina ( MUSC ) and the Citadel are located a few blocks from the main campus and offer the opportunity for research collaboration. For more information on the College and Psychology Department, visit https://charleston.edu/psychology/index.php . Review of applications will begin on November 13th, 2026, and employment will begin on August 16, 2027.

All applicants must submit a cover letter of application, curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching philosophy, up to three relevant publications, graduate transcript(s), and the names and contact information for three colleagues who can provide a recommendation. Applicants should highlight their experience and approach to mentoring students in their cover letter and teaching statement. Specific questions regarding the advertised position should be directed to Stephen Short, search committee chair, at [email protected] . This is a nine-month appointment; salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Special Instructions to Applicants Posting Date 10/12/2026 Closing Date 11/24/2026 Open Until Filled? No Posting Number F2026011P EEO Statement The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu . Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/18612 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents Required Documents Cover Letter / Letter of Application Curriculum Vitae Teaching Philosophy Research and Professional Development Statement Unofficial Graduate Transcripts Sample Publication 1 Optional Documents Resume Unofficial Undergraduate Transcripts Sample Publication 2 Sample Publication 3 Student Course-Instructor Reviews Teaching Portfolio Syllabi Email: [email protected] General Information: 843.953.5512 Mailing Address: 66 George St. Charleston, SC 29424 HR Office 160 Calhoun St. Lightsey Building B36 Charleston, SC 29424 Campus Maps ©2020 All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy To ensure the security of your data, you will be logged out due to inactivity in 3 minutes at .

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