Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology

Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology

Salary

$25,000.00 - $27,500.00 Annually

Location

Springfield, MA

Job Type

Academic Faculty - 9 months

Job Number

00447

Department

Psychology

Opening Date

09/23/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Description

Springfield College invites applications for a one-semester visiting assistant professor in the Psychology Department. Position responsibilities include teaching primarily at the undergraduate level. Opportunities to support graduate student research may be possible.

The Psychology Department, housed in the School of Arts and Sciences, is a vibrant department that includes a large undergraduate major, and a Counseling Psychology, Psy.D. program.

Actual salaries will vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to degrees attained, experience, and other considerations permitted by law. Comprehensive compensation details, including any additional benefits, will be communicated upon finalization of the employment offer.

Qualifications

Successful candidates for the one-semester visiting assistant professor position must have or be in the process of earning a doctoral degree in Psychology. The College is seeking applicants with a record of research publication and scholarly achievement, and demonstrated excellence in teaching and advising students at the undergraduate level. In particular, applicants should demonstrate the potential to teach courses in one or more of the following areas: Abnormal Psychology and/or Health Psychology.

Initial review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To complete the application process, applicants will need to submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for 3-5 professional references.

At Springfield College we offer competitive and generous benefit options for employees and their families.

• Tuition benefits for employees and dependents
• Tuition exchange program for dependents
• Generous paid time off benefits
• Paid Sick Leave Benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan (TIAA) with a generous college match
• Medical, Dental and Vision plan(s)
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care expenses and dependent care)
• Life and accident insurance plans
• Long-term disability
• Optional voluntary benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness benefits and programs
• Free use of our state-of-the-art Wellness Center

Part-time employees earn pro-rated holiday, vacation and sick leave.

To learn more about our Benefit Package, visit our Human Resources page.

Employer Springfield College

Address 263 Alden Street

Springfield, Massachusetts, 01109

Phone 413-748-5678

Website http://www.springfield.edu