Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology

Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology

Salary

$50,000.00 - $55,000.00 Annually

Location

Springfield, MA

Job Type

Academic Faculty - 9 months

Job Number

00419

Department

Psychology

Opening Date

07/16/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Description

The Psychology Department at Springfield College invites applications for a one-year, nine-month Assistant Professor appointment to provide teaching and advising. The expected teaching load is 12 credits (four courses) each semester.

The successful candidate will be joining a dynamic department that includes an undergraduate psychology major and an APA-accredited PsyD counseling psychology program. Founded in 1885, Springfield College is a private, coeducational institution offering undergraduate and graduate programs that reflect its distinctive Humanics Philosophy - the education of the whole person in spirit, mind, and body for leadership in service to humanity. For more information, please visit the College's homepage at www.springfieldcollege.edu.

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.

Responsibilities

Position responsibilities include teaching primarily at the doctoral level for the Counseling Psychology PsyD program, though the candidate may be asked to teach for the undergraduate program as well. If desired, there are opportunities to support undergraduate and doctoral student research.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must have an earned doctoral degree in Psychology in Counseling or Clinical Psychology; ABD's may be considered.

Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled with an employment date of August 25, 2026. Applicants should upload a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, 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