Assistant Professor of Psychology (tenure-track)

The Department of Psychology & Neuroscience at Millsaps College invites applicants for a full-time, Assistant Professor beginning Fall 2025. We seek innovative, resourceful, dedicated candidates who are eager to teach the increasingly diverse student body at Millsaps; ideal candidates will demonstrate a commitment to excellent and engaging undergraduate teaching in small classroom settings. The successful candidate will teach six (6) courses per academic year and should be qualified to teach a range of topics in psychology including Introduction to Psychology, Social Psychology, Tests & Measurement, Diversity, Decision Making, Industrial/Organization Psychology, and specialty courses in their area.

Research interests within the areas of social or industrial/organization psychology are open, and competitive candidates will demonstrate an active research program suitable for a liberal arts environment and a commitment to mentoring undergraduate researchers.

Qualifications

Ph.D. (ABD considered) in social or industrial/organization psychology or a related field
Record of, or potential for, scholarly productivity
Capability in working with and mentoring undergraduate students in psychological research
Commitment to inclusive pedagogy, diversity, and equity

Application Process

Application materials should be submitted electronically to Dr. Sabrina Grondhuis, Department of Psychology and Neuroscience Chair, at [email protected]. Application review will begin October 1^st, followed by phone and/or on campus interviews, and continue until the position is filled.

A complete application will include:

a cover letter, which addresses the candidate’s fit at a small liberal arts college
curriculum vitae
statement of teaching philosophy
statement of research interests that addresses how undergraduate students might be included in your research
teaching evaluations and sample syllabi (if available) and
three letters of recommendation, as outlined below

Within these materials candidates should provide specific examples of how they have contributed to equitable and inclusive academic spaces, including how they would enrich Millsaps College’s commitment to supportive environments for a diverse community.

Letters of recommendation should be sent confidentially on the candidate’s behalf to the same address noted above.

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About Millsaps

Millsaps College is a selective institution of higher education located on 100 beautiful acres in the heart of Jackson, the capital of Mississippi — a progressive southern metropolitan city of nearly half a million. Millsaps is dedicated to academic excellence, open inquiry and free expression, the exploration of faith to inform vocation and the innovative shaping of the social, economic and cultural progress of the region. The college was founded in 1890 by members of the Methodist Church and is consistently ranked as one of the best values in higher education.

Millsaps has an enrollment of approximately 750 students and employs 80 full-time faculty members. The faculty/student ratio at Millsaps is 1:9, and the average class size is 14. Millsaps has graduated 25 Fulbright Award recipients, seven Rhodes Scholars, six Goldwater Scholars and two Truman Scholars. Millsaps is a member of the NCAA Division III and Southern Athletic Association and competes in 18 intercollegiate sports.

EEO Statement

Millsaps College values diversity within our students, faculty and staff, and strives to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people. Millsaps College does not discriminate in employment on the bases of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and/or local laws.

All offers of employment will be contingent on successful completion of a background check and verification of employment. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Millsaps College provides a competitive benefits package.

It is the policy of Millsaps College to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities for employment. If you require any accommodations to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact [email protected].

Additional Information

In compliance with the amendments to the federal Clery Act concerning annual security reports, all potential job applicants are free to view Millsaps College’s annual Campus Crime Statistics here.

The only national liberal arts college in Mississippi, Millsaps College has consistently been ranked a “Best Buy” among national liberal arts colleges by U.S. News and World Report‘s America’s Best Colleges and is cited as one of Loren Pope’s 40 Colleges That Change Lives. It was the first institution in Mississippi with a Phi Beta Kappa chapter, and is the only institution in Mississippi ever to be listed in The Fiske Guide to Colleges.

Millsaps is a member of the ACS and NITLE, and has an AACSB accredited business school. In accordance with Federal law, we are making available our Campus Security Report to all prospective employees. Millsaps is located in Jackson, the capital of the state. The Jackson area has a population of around 400,000 and offers low cost-of-living, excellent schools, pleasant climate, and many recreational opportunities.

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