Job Description:What We NeedSeattle Pacific University seeks an enthusiastic educator ready to join in SPU's mission in the Department of Psychology. We need a full-time, non-tenure track role beginning September 1, 2026. The area of expertise is open, with preference for candidates in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Forensic Psychology, or those able to teach a range of Methods and
Statistics courses. We are building a learning community rooted in Christian faith that values excellent teaching, student mentoring, and the ability to learn from one another through differences.What You’ll DoTeach core undergraduate courses (e.g., General Psychology, Introduction to Statistics) and additional courses aligned to your expertise (e.g., I-O, Clinical, Forensic).Advise and mentor undergraduate students,
supporting academic progress, vocational discernment, and professional development.Contribute service to the department, college, and university (e.g., committees, curriculum work, student engagement).Pursue scholarly activity as appropriate to a teaching-focused appointment (e.g., pedagogical scholarship, collaborative research, supervision of student research).Cultivate a classroom environment that values diverse
perspectives, encourages dialogue across differences, and enriches the learning experience for all students.What You BringEducation: Ph.D. in Psychology (ABD considered).Teaching: Evidence of successful undergraduate teaching and the ability to deliver courses across the curriculum—especially Methods/Statistics—and within your specialization.Scholarship: A clear research plan and emerging record of scholarly
productivity appropriate to career stage.Professional Skills: Strong communication, collegiality, and a student-centered approach to advising and mentoring.Mission Alignment: A personal commitment to Christian faith, enthusiasm for supporting SPU’s mission, alignment with the University’s Statement of Faith, and willingness to uphold the lifestyle standards of our Christian community.Community Engagement:
Demonstrated ability to engage a wide range of perspectives and experiences in teaching and mentoring, contributing to a learning community where differences are explored with humility and care.Compensation & BenefitsSalary: Starting at: $71,000 depending on education/experienceFaculty salaries are determined using nationally-normed, regionally-adjusted, discipline-specific CUPA-HR data and based on education and
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