Regular Faculty - Psychology

Position Summary

The Department of Psychology and Communication at the University of Idaho seeks applications for two faculty positions in Psychology. Both positions are tenure-track with an open rank for appointment of Assistant, Associate, or Full professor (rank and tenure are negotiable based on how the candidate meets the criteria outlined in department and college bylaws). Positions are anticipated to begin in August 2026.

Potential for summer contract, to be negotiated annually with the Department Chair/Dean.

These positions will conduct research with the expectation federal funding will be sought and secured, teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Psychology, and provide outreach and service. The positions may support the master’s program in human factors psychology and are expected to mentor students and teach courses in the doctoral program in experimental psychology.

Areas of expertise within health psychology (broadly defined), addictions, or psychology of health are desired. Areas of expertise should have high potential for future federal funding. They may be unique but also complement existing areas of expertise within the department. Candidates must be able to teach courses serving the psychology majors at the undergraduate level.

Candidates must have a record of securing funding from the National Institutes of Health, are expected to show a strong potential for excellence in research and must have a Ph.D. in psychology or related discipline by appointment start date.

• PhD in psychology or related discipline
• Have been awarded funding from National Institutes of Health
• Experience conducting externally funded research
• Experience teaching undergraduate courses
• Experience publishing research findings in area of expertise

• Experience in seeking external federal funding at various levels
• Experience leading teams (other researchers or students) in a research setting

Applicant materials must include all of the following:

• 2‑3 page statement describing current and future research projects (upload as Statement of Research)
• 2‑3 page pedagogy statement (upload as Statement of Teaching)
• PDF of your 3 most relevant publications or manuscripts (upload as Other Document
  1)
• List of 3 references and their contact information

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of References
• Other Document 1
• Statement of Research
• Statement of Teaching

• (none specified)

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.

Position remains open until filled, but applications received by October 1, 2025 will receive priority review.

Posting Date: 07/21/2025

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Yes

Contract Basis:
Academic Year

Anticipated Contract

Start Date:

08/17/2026

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Tenure Tracking:
Negotiable (must be justified)

Rank:
Negotiable (must be justified)

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).