Assistant Professor, Psychology - 499984
Content + Source + Freshness • 15 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
High value due to the focus on impactful research areas, commitment to community engagement, and a well-structured tenure-track opportunity.
- Engaging tenure-track position in a leading psychology department
- Focus on impactful research and teaching
- Opportunities for professional development and funding
Pros
- Tenure-track position with opportunities for research funding
- Community engagement in relevant applied psychology areas
- Dynamic academic environment with strong department collaboration
Cons
- Potentially intense workload due to teaching and research demands
- Funding acquisition can be competitive
- Limited salary transparency
Who it's for
Early to Mid-Career • Full-time, On-Campus
Good fit
- Aspiring professors in psychology
- Researchers with a focus on community-relevant issues
- Academics committed to student development
Not recommended for
- Candidates without a relevant doctorate
- Individuals preferring non-academic careers
- Those not interested in community engagement
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Title: Assistant Professor, Psychology
Department Org: Psychology - 101380
Employee Classification: F1 - Faculty 9 Month AAUP
Bargaining Unit: Am. Assoc. Univ. Professors
Primary Location: MC AC
Job Description:
The Department of Psychology at the University of Toledo invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Clinical or Experimental Psychology. We welcome applicants whose scholarship addresses applied, community-relevant issues and complements our existing strengths. Areas of particular interest include neurodiversity, substance use, social media and AI, health psychology, and applied decision making. We seek a scholar whose research tackles real-world challenges and reflects a commitment to community-engaged work. The successful candidate will teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels, mentor graduate student research, and maintain an active, fundable research program.
Required application materials: CV, cover letter, research statement, teaching statement, and 3 letters of reference.
References should be sent to Rebecca Eidemiller at rebecca.martin@UToledo.Edu
For questions about the position, please email the search committee co-chair, Cin Cin Tan, CinCin.Tan@UToledo.Edu
For full consideration, applications should be submitted by December 10, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must hold a doctorate in Psychology or a closely related field from an accredited institution by the time of appointment. Evidence of a strong applied research agenda is required. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring at both undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as a clear potential for securing external funding. A record of community engagement in research, teaching, or service is also required.
Conditions of Employment:
To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.
The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.
The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at hrcompliance@utoledo.edu or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request.
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