Instructor of Psychological Science

Posting Details

WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title Instructor of Psychological Science Requisition Number F00537P Job Description

The Psychological Science Department at Weber State University invites applications for an instructor level position, with a 4-4 teaching load. We specifically seek a candidate with experience teaching introductory psychology and other courses in the curriculum both online and face-to-face.

Instructor positions are temporary appointments renewable by separate contract at the sole discretion of the University based on available funding.

Job Duties

The Instructor will be expected to engage undergraduate students in research and/or practicum experiences, or service, and this will be a requirement for possible promotion to senior instructor in the future.

Required Qualifications

Masters degree within a field in psychology by the appointment date of July 1, 2027.

Preferred Qualifications

PhD or PsyD in psychology

Backgrounds in developmental, personality, behavioral, or forensic

A successful candidate will be willing to Background Check? Yes Benefits Summary

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays.

Full/Part Time Full Time

Posting Detail Information

Open Date 08/25/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Notes to Applicant

If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The salary is competitive and in line with tenure-track salaries, and has excellent benefits.

Applicants must complete the online application and attach the following:

• a letter of application,
• teaching statement describing teaching interests and philosophy,
• curriculum vitae,
• graduate transcripts,
• and evidence of teaching excellence (e.g., course evaluations).

In addition, three letters of reference that address the candidate's qualifications must be submitted by the authors through the application system. Candidates will designate references when applying and the application system will email the references requesting the letters.

Review of applications will begin November 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.

Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.

Weber State University is an exceptional teaching university, and is a multi-campus institution of almost 30,000 students. WSU's Ogden campus is located 35 miles north of Salt Lake City, at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains. The area is rich in year-round outdoor recreational activities, with Snowbasin (Olympic skiing venue) less than 20 minutes away. Weber State University provides a wide range of networking, mentoring, and development opportunities for new faculty and instructors.

ADA Essential Job Function

ADA Essential Job Function

Physical Activity of this position Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance. Physical Requirements of this position Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work. Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading. The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Transcripts
• Philosophy Statement
• Curriculum Vitae
• Other Document 1

Optional Documents