Assistant Professor of Psychology

The Department of Psychology at Southern Arkansas University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Psychology, beginning August 2027.

Southern Arkansas University is a public comprehensive regional university located in the city of Magnolia, located in southwest Arkansas. SAU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. More information is available at www.saumag.edu.

Duties: Prepare and teach undergraduate courses including General Psychology, Research Methods, Statistics, advanced level courses in one’s specialization area; Course assignments may be offered in person, online, or in hybrid fashion; advise students; serve on university and other committees; engage in scholarly activities in the area of expertise; promoting collaborate educational activities with students and colleagues, and perform other duties as assigned. This is NOT a remote position. Internal research grants are readily available for faculty and students. Summer teaching may be available.

Qualifications: PhD status in Psychology at time of application (ABD candidates may apply); must demonstrate teaching and scholarly excellence in their specialties and an interest in curriculum development; expertise in instructional technology, beyond basic LMS use (e.g., online course design, AI tools, and other innovative technologies to boost engagement/learning) is desirable; working knowledge of instructional technology and Learning Management Systems (SAU uses BlackBoard); training in a subfield of psychology (e.g., cognitive, experimental, biopsychology, etc.), interest in and experience with curriculum and program development. All SAU faculty and staff demonstrate a commitment to the value of all members of the SAU community, to excellence in interpersonal behaviors, and effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU family requires a commitment to our culture of Continuous Quality Improvement.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vita, unofficial transcripts of all coursework, and names of contact information for three (3) references to HR@saumag.edu or the Office of Human Resources, 100 E. University, MSC 9288, Magnolia, AR 71753. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. EEO. Non-listed references may be contacted.