Assistant Professor of Psychology (Two Positions), College of Letters and Science

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Assistant Professor of Psychology (Two Positions), College of Letters and Science

The Department of Psychology at the University of California, Davis invites applications for two Assistant Professor positions to start July 1, 2025.

Assistant Professor in Developmental Psychology
We are seeking a developmental psychologist with expertise in social-emotional development and/or health psychology. Example research topics include socialization processes; identity development; cultural, psychosocial, and structural determinants of children's health; and developmental perspectives on stress and health. We are particularly interested in candidates who consider how these developmental processes manifest in diverse contexts or underrepresented communities.

All application materials for the Assistant Professor in Developmental Psychology position should be submitted electronically at: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF06660 by October 1, 2024 (which provides details of the required application materials).

Assistant Teaching Professor
The Assistant Teaching Professor position is a full-time Academic Senate faculty position with potential for security of employment akin to tenure. Applicants should demonstrate a record of teaching excellence in Psychology, a record of scholarship in teaching and learning (SoTL), and the potential to contribute to the scholarly, mentoring, and service missions of our Department and University. We seek applications from individuals with expertise in research-informed pedagogy to improve the inclusivity and effectiveness of instruction for all students, including those from underserved populations. Applicants from all fields of Psychology are encouraged to apply; priority will be given to those who are excited by the challenges and rewards of teaching large introductory courses.