Who we are:

The University of New Haven, founded on the Yale campus in 1920, is a private, coeducational university that has been recognized by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report for academic excellence. Located between New York City and Boston in the shoreline city of West Haven, the University is a diverse and vibrant community of nearly 10,000 students from across the globe. Within its five colleges, students immerse themselves in a transformative, career-focused education across the liberal arts and sciences, fine arts, business, engineering, public safety and public service. More than 100 academic programs are offered, all grounded in a long-standing commitment to collaborative, interdisciplinary, project-based learning.

The Department of Psychology at the University of New Haven invites applications for an Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) beginning in the Fall 2025 semester.

You will:

• Teach core undergraduate and graduate courses on psychology and law as well as other core psychology courses such as Introduction to Psychology, Theories of Personality, Research Methods and Forensic Treatment Models.
• Advise undergraduate student

You need:

• An earned PhD or Psy.D. degree in Psychology with a specialization in the broad areas of psychology and law is recommended (ABD will be considered).
• To be a dynamic instructor and able to teach face-to-face, online, and hybrid modalities.
• Evidence of an active research agenda is required; student inclusion in research is highly encouraged.
• Experience in leading thesis or research projects is beneficial.
• A commitment to serving culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities is expected.

Application Process: All information on candidates will be kept confidential. Review of applications will start immediately and continue until the position is filled.

• Qualified candidates should submit 1) cover letter outlining prior relevant experience 2) current CV 3) a diversity and inclusion statement 4) concise statement of teaching philosophy 5) statement on research philosophy (evidence of teaching experience including course syllabi and student feedback, if available) 6) three (3) letters of recommendation, and if ABD, please include a letter from your thesis advisor with your expected completion date.

What’s In It for You:

• Health & Welfare Programs: Employees and their eligible family members, including spouses and dependent are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Programs.

• Wellness & Fitness: On-campus Recreation and Fitness Center for employees and families; Employee Assistant Program

• Commitment to Educational Excellence: Tuition assistance for employees and eligible dependents; Tuition exchange opportunities

• Employee Discounts on products, services and educational opportunities

• Work/Life Benefits: Generous paid time off programs; progressive paid holiday schedule (including holiday break between Christmas and New Year’s); 4 weeks of parental paid leave; flexible work schedules including summer hours where applicable

*The University of New Haven is not a qualifying E-Verify employer and its use of E-Verify is limited to specific government projects. For that reason, candidates with STEP OPT authorization cannot be considered for employment.