Job Title: Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology

Position Status: One-Year Visitor

Academic Rank: Visiting Assistant Professor

Department: Psychology

Campus Location: Main Campus

Job Summary

The Psychology Department at Colorado College invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology starting in Fall 2025. The successful candidate will demonstrate strengths in Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology, and/or Industrial/Organizational Psychology. The candidate must exhibit the potential for excellence in teaching to a diverse community of undergraduate students and must be able to contribute to the curriculum for psychology majors at introductory and advanced levels. The successful candidate will also be able to involve undergraduates in research. Finally, the candidate must share the institutional commitment to antiracist work and actively broadening participation in STEM fields by historically underrepresented groups.

Colorado College operates under a unique academic model called the Block Plan. Students take one course at a time for three-and-a-half weeks with a four-day break between courses. Faculty teach six of the eight blocks in the academic year with the remaining two designated as non-teaching blocks.

Colorado College actively promotes a dynamic and inclusive environment in which students and employees of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives can learn and work. We are committed to becoming an antiracist institution in all of our policies, practices, and pedagogies (please see https://www.coloradocollege.edu/other/antiracism-commitment/). Applicants should describe ways they can contribute to these goals in their cover letter.

Minimum Qualifications

PhD in Psychology, ABD considered

Preferred Qualifications

Application Instructions

• Continuous Recruitment - for full consideration, apply by: 03-01-2025
• References will be contacted to upload a letter of recommendation when a candidate accepts a Campus/Finalist Interview

Required Documents

Cover letter (maximum 1 page)
CV
Teaching statement (maximum 1 page)

Optional Documents

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

Refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/offices/humanresources/employee-compensation/index.html

Visa Sponsorship Information:

Eligible for J-1 Exchange Visitor Sponsorship

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

-Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
-Retirement plan (403b) where CC contributes 10%, with a mandated 5% employee contribution
-Paid seasonal breaks and holidays (20 days per year)
-Tuition assistance benefits for employee and their eligible dependents
-Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
-Wellness benefits including free access to the fitness center, swimming pool, wellness center, and financial consultants

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Colorado College, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (719) 389-6421 or HR@ColoradoCollege.edu

E-Verify Information:

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Benefit Information:

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Leave Information:

Please refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/vacation-leave-and-accrual.html

EOE Statement:

Colorado College is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship—including (but not limited to) recruiting, hiring, promotions, compensation, benefits, and access to training—without regard to race, creed, color, caste, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or gender expression, perceived gender, sexual preferences and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.