Program Director & Non-Tenure Track Faculty – Industrial​/Organizational Psychology

Position Overview

The Department of Psychology at Merrimack College invites applications for a full-time, non‑tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice (depending on experience) to serve as Program Director of the new Master's Program in Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychology, beginning Fall 2026. This is a 12‑month appointment with the possibility of teaching and administrative responsibilities. The successful candidate will teach 12 credit hours per semester in the I/O graduate program and undergraduate psychology curriculum, while providing leadership and direction for the launch and growth of the new graduate program.

• Teach graduate and undergraduate courses in Industrial/Organizational Psychology and related areas.
• Provide academic leadership as the Program Director, including curriculum development, program assessment, and accreditation preparation.
• Recruit, mentor, and advise graduate students in the I/O program.
• Collaborate with faculty, administration, and industry partners to expand internship, practicum, and applied research opportunities.
• Support program growth and innovation through outreach, marketing, and community partnerships.
• Participate in departmental, school, and college service.

• Ph.D. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology or closely related field (ABD candidates with expected completion before August 2026 will be considered).
• Evidence of teaching excellence at the graduate and/or undergraduate level.
• Demonstrated administrative or leadership experience, preferably in higher education or program development.
• Active engagement in the field of I/O Psychology (e.g., applied practice, research, consulting).

• Experience developing and/or directing graduate programs.
• Applied industry experience in I/O Psychology.
• Evidence of building partnerships with external organizations for internships, training, or applied research.

• A letter of application that clearly indicates the applicant's specialization area.
• Curriculum Vitae.
• Teaching statement or philosophy statement.
• Contact information for three professional references (name, title, address, phone number, email address). Applicants will be notified before references are contacted.

For questions related to application submission, please contact Dr. Allison Seitchik via email at seitchika. Applications will be reviewed immediately and priority given to those received by April 1, 2026.

This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.

This is an on‑campus position as employees are essential in order to provide a fully on‑campus, residential college experience for our students and the community.

The expected base salary ranges are:

• Lecturer: $70,000 – 85,000 (paid over 12 months for a 9‑month appointment).
• Assistant Professor of Practice: $74,000 – 90,000.
• Associate Professor of Practice: $90,000 – 110,000.

The actual pay offered will be determined based on factors such as candidate qualifications and prior experience, scope of responsibilities, internal equity, and market considerations.

Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building an accepting and respectful community. Our mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth through inquiry and dialogue. Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to Merrimack's Catholic and Augustinian mission.

All candidates should describe in their application how they will foster a culture that supports our mission.

The only Catholic, Augustinian institution of higher education in New England, Merrimack College is a private, independent, coeducational institution with more than 4,100 undergraduate, 2,500 graduate students and 50 doctoral students from 48 states and 63 countries. The College features more than 160 career‑focused undergraduate, professional and graduate programs, all taught by…