Professor of Psychology

Institution: University of Chicago
Rank: Assistant, Associate, or Full
Position Type: Full-time, career-track teaching
Start Date: On or after July 1, 2026

Overview

The University of Chicago invites applications for appointment as Instructional Professor (IP) in the Department of Psychology and the College. This is a full-time, career-track teaching position with an initial appointment term of three to five years depending on rank. The appointment is renewable with opportunities for promotion within the Instructional Professor track based on performance review. Academic rank and compensation are dependent upon qualifications.

The successful candidate will teach six quarter-long undergraduate classes annually. Assignments may include:

• Intensive discussion courses in the Social Sciences Core curriculum

• Introductory survey-level classes

• Upper-level electives in psychology

Although the area of expertise is open, the department is particularly interested in candidates qualified to teach a broad range of topics in:

• Perception, action, and cognition

• Advanced research methods

The IP will also participate in co-curricular and service activities that support the undergraduate teaching mission of the department, including:

• Occasional workshops

• Advising students on research methods

• Mentoring students in professional development and navigating the undergraduate major

The position includes time and support for the IP’s own professional development.

Terms and Conditions: Covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the University and Service Employees International Union.

Qualifications

• Required: Ph.D. in psychological science or a related discipline focusing on research questions central to areas of psychology represented in the department. The degree must be completed prior to the start date.

• Required: Teaching experience with undergraduate courses focusing on basic research questions in psychology.

• Preferred: Record of designing and teaching courses to undergraduate students at a highly selective university.

Application Instructions

Candidates should apply online at the University of Chicago’s Interfolio website: apply.interfolio.com/173929

Applications must include:

1. Cover letter

2. Current curriculum vitae

3. Teaching statement

4. Syllabi for two proposed undergraduate courses

5. Writing sample describing the candidate’s research experience, demonstrating ability to communicate psychological research and support undergraduate research projects

6. Three letters of reference

Optional but preferred: Teaching evaluations or other evidence of teaching performance in courses previously taught.

Application Review: Begins November 3, 2025, and continues until the position is filled or the search is closed.

Benefits

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including:

• Health insurance

• Retirement plans

• Paid time off

Additional details are available in the University’s Benefits Guidebook.

Notes

• The University of Chicago uses Interfolio's Faculty Search to manage this search. Applicants receive a free Dossier account and can submit all materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

• For help signing up, accessing your account, or submitting your application, contact Interfolio via email at help@interfolio.com or phone at (877) 997-8807.

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