Temporary Assistant Professor, Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences 

The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences (https://www.psych.udel.edu) in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Delaware (UD) is seeking to fill a Temporary Assistant Professor position. This one-year position may be renewed (depending on performance, funding, and departmental course needs) for up to three years, total.  Start date is August 16, 2025. 

The University of Delaware in Newark, Delaware, is only a short drive or train commute from Philadelphia, PA. UD is also within driving distance of New York City, Baltimore, Washington DC, the Poconos and some of the finest beaches in the country, making it an ideal location for day or weekend trips.

QUALIFICATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   We are seeking an exceptional candidate with experience in developmental psychology, human neuroscience, or research methods. This position will involve teaching three or four undergraduate courses a semester. The focus of these teaching responsibilities will be balanced between courses related to Brain and Behavior, Development, and Research Methods. The position may also involve having some time assigned to supporting the undergraduate programs in Psychology and Neuroscience.

Applicants for this position must have earned a Ph.D. in psychology or a related field (or be ABD at the time of application) and have some experience teaching and mentoring undergraduates. Successful candidates should demonstrate their teaching effectiveness, their experience with evidence-based and reflective teaching practices, and their interest in a teaching-focused faculty career in their application materials (see To Apply below).

THE DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGICAL AND BRAIN SCIENCES AT UD:  The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of Delaware (https://www.psych.udel.edu) is within the College Arts and Sciences.  The department is home to roughly 1,200 undergraduate majors and 400 minors and offers degrees in both Psychology and Neuroscience. The department is organized around four concentrations of research and graduate training that is highly collaborative and interdisciplinary. Our graduate students and full-time faculty conduct basic and applied research in behavioral neuroscience, clinical science, cognitive psychology and social psychology. 

The College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Delaware offers exceptional educational experiences including integrated instruction, research and public engagement. With 24 academic departments and more than 30 centers, programs and institutes, the College serves over 7,000 undergraduate students and 1,000 graduate students with CAS majors, but also every single University student through foundational course work. The College’s 580 faculty members emphasize the enduring value of an arts and science education and share a deep commitment to excellence in scholarship and all forms of creative and intellectual expression. The College has departments in the arts, humanities, social sciences and natural sciences, and features outstanding research and teaching facilities. Faculty and staff encourage and support innovative interdisciplinary collaborations and students engage local, national and global audiences through research and creative activity. With annual research expenditures of approximately $30 million and growing, the College currently houses several large, interdisciplinary grants with significant funding from the NIH and NSF.

The University of Delaware (https://www.udel.edu) is one of the nation’s oldest institutions of higher education, combining tradition and innovation. The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the experience of its employees and in supporting its academic mission.  We are committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds, and we strongly encourage applications from educators from under-represented groups. UD provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

The immediate Newark and Wilmington, DE, area is a unique and welcoming community, full of parks, nature preserves, and hiking/biking trails, as well as community-focused events (e.g., hot air balloon festival, local music festivals), local farms, food co-ops, breweries, and farmer’s markets. The Poconos and some of the finest beaches in the country are also within a few hours’ drive, making it an ideal location for day or weekend trips. For people who enjoy city life, the University of Delaware in Newark, DE, is only a short drive or train commute from Philadelphia, PA. UD is also within driving distance of New York City, Baltimore, Washington, D.C.

TO APPLY: Review of applications will begin on June 9^th and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should apply online where they will submit the following materials:

1. A cover letter describing expertise and experience related to the position description
2. A curriculum vitae
3. A teaching statement outlining: (a) teaching and mentoring philosophies, (b) teaching experience, and (c) evidence of teaching effectiveness
4. The names and contact information for three professional references.

For additional information, please contact Robert West, PhD, rwest@udel.edu.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: Compensation packages are highly competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. The UD benefits package is one of the best in the nation.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:  The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups. The University's Notice of Non-Discrimination can be found at http://www.udel.edu/aboutus/legalnotices.html