Assistant Professor, Psychology
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Position Summary:
The Department of Psychology at Rollins
College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant
Professor of Psychology position beginning August 2025. We are
seeking an individual trained in developmental psychology or a
related field with a Ph.D. to join our collaborative, engaged, and
inclusive faculty. This faculty member will contribute 6 courses
per academic year: in general, 5 Psychology courses (especially
courses that contribute to our Developmental (DV) domain and
courses in our statistics and research methods and/or perspectives
in psychology series) and 1 course in Rollins general education,
Rollins Conference, or Honors programs. We are also seeking someone
who can develop courses in their area of specialization and
demonstrates potential for a productive program of research. In
addition to Hume House, a laboratory preschool, the Rollins
Psychology department’s laboratory facilities include two human
behavior suites and a rat and mouse animal colony.
The successful candidate must be able to contribute to a diverse
and inclusive learning and working environment at Rollins. We view
differences (e.g., nationality, race, gender, age, sexual
orientation, socioeconomic class, physical ability, perspectives)
as rich opportunities for understanding, learning, and
growth.
Rollins College is a comprehensive liberal arts college located
just north of Orlando, FL, a diverse metropolitan community with a
thriving economic and cultural scene. Nearby Orlando International
Airport provides easy access to U.S. and international
destinations. The college emphasizes innovative and quality
teaching in small classes and ranks number one among 121 Southern
master’s-level universities in the annual rankings of “America’s
Best Colleges,” released by U.S. News & World Report. Please
visit the college website at www.rollins.edu.
Minimum Qualifications and Education:
• Ph.D. in developmental psychology or related field with
preference given to research experience in early child
development.
• Undergraduate teaching experience in at least a Teaching
Assistant capacity with potential to excel in the classroom.
Preference to candidates with prior teaching experience as
instructor of record.
• Demonstration of programmatic research that does not require
significant new research space, ideally with young children.
Preference to candidates with a history of publication in
peer-reviewed journals and a completed dissertation.
• Demonstrates an understanding that a liberal arts education
includes a student-centered undergraduate experience.
• Shows potential to effectively educate and mentor a diverse
student population. Articulates the ability to contribute to and
sustain a diverse and inclusive learning and working environment at
Rollins.
Instructions to Applicants:
Interested applicants must apply online via the College’s
employment website and upload the following materials as
follows:
• Letter of interest, including a discussion of how you can
contribute to a student-centered undergraduate learning community
and foster an inclusive learning and working environment
• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching Philosophy
• Provide three reference names and email addresses on
application (Letters of recommendation will be requested from
candidates selected for phone interviews)
Inquiries can be directed to:
Dr. Stacey Dunn
Chair, Department of Psychology
Preference will be given to applications received by
September 15, 2024, but review of applications will continue until
the position is filled.
Diversity & Inclusion at Rollins:
Rollins is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus
community, and the College celebrates the open exchange of ideas
within a climate of civility and mutual respect. We view
differences—from race and ethnicity to sexual orientation and
political perspectives—as rich opportunities for understanding,
learning, and growth. To learn more, please click here.
Through its mission, Rollins College is firmly committed to
creating a just community that embraces multiculturalism; persons
from historically under-represented minority groups are therefore
encouraged to apply. Rollins does not discriminate on the basis of
sex, disability, race, age, religion, color, national or ethnic
origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, sexual
orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic
information, physical characteristics, or any other category
protected by federal, state, or local law, in its educational
programs and activities.
Benefits &
Perks:
• Paid Holidays and College Closure Days
• Eligible for Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision
Insurance (within 30 days of hire)
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
($125+/month)
• 100% Employer-Paid Short & Long Term Disability
Insurance
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• 11.5% Employer Retirement Contributions
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• FREE On-Campus Parking
• FREE Access to Campus Amenities (gyms, pools, library, sporting
events and more)
• FREE Full Tuition for Employees and their Families
• Pet Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Award-Winning Wellbeing Programs: Blue Rewards, Rally Dollars,
Hinge Health Musculoskeletal Coaching
• Plus More!
Additional Perks:
• Local & National Discount Programs, including Winter Park
Locations (i.e. shops, restaurants, gift cards and more)
• FREE E-Training Courses & Professional Development
Opportunities
• IT Software & Laptop Discounts (Apple, Lenovo, and
more)
• College Bookstore Discounts
• Annual Service Awards & Recognition Programs
• Discover what it’s like to live in Orlando: Live, Work, Play and Learn
• Plus More!
Click here to review our
full benefits package.
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Service Months:
9
To apply, visit https://jobs.rollins.edu/cw/en-us/job/493681/assistant-professor-psychology
Rollins is the best college in Florida, but don’t just take our
word for it. See what the experts are saying. Explore all of the
ways Rollins is top ranked—from our academic excellence and expert
faculty to our unparalleled campus and one-of-a-kind study abroad
opportunities.
For the 15th consecutive year, Rollins College has been named a
“Great College to Work For”! Be a part of the Rollins
experience and find a place where you belong. Ready to join
us?
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