Visiting Assistant Professor, Psychology
University of Southern Mississippi
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Job overview
University of Southern Mississippi is hiring a Visiting Assistant Professor, Psychology. The University of Southern Mississippi's School of Psychology is seeking a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor for a nine-month appointment starting August 2026. This role involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in the applicant's areas of expertise, with opportunities for post-doctoral supervision towards licensure and research collaboration. Multiple positions may be available, ideal for post-docs interested in academic careers.
Key focus areas include Teach undergraduate courses in applicant’s areas of expertise, Teach graduate courses in applicant’s areas of expertise, and Perform other duties as assigned.
Successful candidates bring Authorized to Work US Full-Time. Preferred (not required): Teaching Undergraduate Courses, Teaching Graduate Courses, and Practicum Supervision.
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Special Instructions to Applicants
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Contact Dr. Alen Hajnal ([email protected]) with questions about opportunities for employment in the Southern Miss School of Psychology. A completed application will include 1) a cover letter, 2) a CV, and 3) names and contact information for three references. Letters of recommendation, teaching evaluations (if applicable), and official transcripts will be requested for applicants selected as finalists for the position.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).
Job Summary
The School of Psychology at the University of Southern Mississippi invites applications for a full-time, 9 month, Visiting Assistant Professor position (multiple positions may be available) beginning August 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to join the School of Psychology which is home to 125 graduate students enrolled in APA-accredited doctoral programs in Clinical, School & Counseling Psychology, an MPCAC accredited Counseling Psychology MS program, the Experimental Psychology PhD program, and 600 undergraduate psychology majors. More information can be found at www.usm.edu/psychology . These are ideal positions for a post-doc interested in obtaining more extensive experience in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses for individuals preparing for a career in academia. Opportunities to obtain post-doctoral supervision towards licensure (which includes mentorship, professional development) and/or to conduct and collaborate on research are available.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
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Teaching undergraduate courses in applicant’s areas of expertise. Examples of available courses include general and applied undergraduate courses, including introductory psychology, careers in psychology, developmental psychology, research methods, behavioral neuroscience, and general and applied undergraduate elective courses.
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Teaching graduate courses in applicant’s areas of expertise. Courses include graduate level coursework across the areas represented in our School (particularly clinical, counseling, and school psychology) including practicum supervision in our in-house training clinic, and other opportunities in candidates' area of expertise may be available.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
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