50 Social & Behavioral Sciences jobs

Director of the Center for Mind and Brain & Professor of Psychology Position Overview: "Off-scale salaries" and other components of pay ( i.e., a salary that is higher than the published systemwide salary at the designated rank and step), are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions, qualifications, and experience. A reasonable estimated salary range for this position is $150,200-$253,500, inclusive of the salary scale and off-scale salary components, but exclusive of an annual director stipend. We invite applications for the position of Director of the Center for Mind and Brain ( Center for Mind and Brain ), at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor (with tenure) in the Department of Psychology at the University of California, Davis. The Center for Mind and Brain (CMB) is an interdisciplinary research facility comprising faculty from multiple disciplines within the College of Letters and Science, College of Agricultural and Environmental...

      Princeton University is pleased to announce the call for applications to the Fung Global Fellows Program at the Princeton Institute for International and Regional Studies (PIIRS). The program will select early-career scholars from around the world to be in residence at Princeton for an academic year (10 months) and to engage in research and discussion around a common theme. The fellowships will be awarded to those employed outside the United States who have a faculty appointment or a professional research appointment, and they will be expected to return to their positions at the conclusion of the fellowship. Lastly, they must have demonstrated outstanding scholarly achievement and unusual intellectual promise. Early-career scholars will be appointed at the rank of Visiting Research Scholar. Democratic governance faces mounting pressure around the world. The rise of populist movements, declining trust in institutions, polarization,...

The Consortium for Faculty Diversity (CFD)   https://arts-sciences.providence.edu/consortium-for-faculty-diversity/ consists of 40+ member institutions (liberal arts colleges), who host 1-2 year teaching fellowships in arts, humanities, social science, and science disciplines. The Consortium invites applications for dissertation fellowships and post-doctoral fellowships from those who will contribute to the goal of creating a more inclusive academy with respect to their informed intellectual perspectives, lived experiences, and/or pedagogical approaches. Application deadline is open (and rolling), and member institutions will reach out to you directly when they have fellowship opportunities for which you could be considered. No additional application needed. Questions? Check out our website or reach out directly to CFD coordinator, Maureen Outlaw, moutlaw@providence.edu .  

Assistant Professor - Energy and Resources Group Position overview Position title: Assistant Professor Salary range: The current salary range for this position is $84,100 - $132,900 (9-month academic year salary), however, off-scale salary and other components of pay, which would yield compensation that is higher than this range, are offered to meet competitive conditions. Anticipated start: July 1, 2027 Application Window Open date: August 18, 2026 Next review date: Monday, Oct 12, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Monday, Oct 12, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date. Position description The Energy and Resources Group (ERG) at the University of California, Berkeley is conducting an open search to fill a tenure track Assistant Professor faculty position in the social sciences. This is an open search...

2026-27 Lecturer Pool for Ethnic Studies Position : Lecturer Pool for the Department of Ethnic Studies Type : Temporary, Part-time Academic Year : 2026/2027 Available : Fall 2026 / Spring 2027 Location : Department of Ethnic Studies College of Social Sciences and Education California State University, Bakersfield 9001 Stockdale Highway Bakersfield, CA 93311-1099 Contact : Jeremiah Sataraka, Ph.D. (Email: jsataraka@csub.edu ) Application Deadline: Positions open until filled. Applications considered as needed, on a continuous basis throughout the academic year. A new application must be submitted each year. University Background : CSU Bakersfield, founded in 1970, is a regional, comprehensive university serving the southern San Joaquin Valley of California. CSU Bakersfield's service area covers nearly 25,000 square miles and is home to a socially and ethnically diverse population. CSU Bakersfield is the only four-year degree granting institution within a...

Adjunct Faculty, Continuing Education - Dungeons & Dragons Adjunct Faculty, Continuing Education - Dungeons & Dragons College of DuPage believes in the power of teaching and learning. We seek adjunct faculty members to teach Dungeons & Dragons. COD faculty are committed to facilitate and support student success in learning. We strive to meet the individual educational needs of our unique, multicultural campus. The successful adjunct candidate will be committed to teaching in a multicultural environment and welcome the opportunity to work with students with diverse learning abilities. Opportunities may exist to teach a flexible schedule that may include teaching assignments during days, evenings and weekends. We invite you to join our team and apply your passion for teaching and learning! Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Adjunct Faculty instructors at College of DuPage are responsible for course planning and instruction in classroom, lab, or...

  Summary: The Program Director serves as the founding academic and administrative leader responsible for the design, approval, accreditation preparation, and launch of the University’s Behavior Analyst program. Reporting to senior academic leadership, the Director will provide strategic vision, academic leadership, and operational oversight from initial program development through the successful enrollment and support of the inaugural cohort. This position requires a highly motivated leader capable of advancing multiple workstreams simultaneously, including curriculum development, program application preparation, faculty and clinical partnership development, and student recruitment, in response to workforce demand and institutional priorities. The successful candidate will be expected to lead the design, approval, and launch of the program on an accelerated but achievable timeline, working collaboratively across academic, clinical, and regulatory...

Director of Public History and Engagement Amherst Campus Full Time JR7213 Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff. Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the Director of Public History and Engagement position. The Director of Public History and Engagement is a full-time, year-round position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $95,000-110,000/year. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive...

The Institute of Child Development in the College of Education and Human Development at the University of Minnesota seeks to fill a tenure track Assistant Professor position in developmental psychopathology . We welcome applicants conducting research in any area of developmental psychopathology, with particular interest in: prevention/intervention sciences; typical and atypical socio-emotional development; risk, trauma, and resilience; stress biology; and family, community, and global contexts. A prominent developmental perspective or orientation is required. Our department employs a wide range of methods and approaches, and would especially welcome applicants who use epidemiological, computational, mixed methods, sociocultural, neuroendocrine or immune, or epigenetic approaches, or who conduct community engaged research or use advanced quantitative methods. All applicants are expected to have a strong record of empirical and/or theoretical publication, commensurate with level of...

Adjunct Faculty, Continuing Education - Adult Computers Adjunct Faculty, Continuing Education - Adult Computers College of DuPage believes in the power of teaching and learning. We seek adjunct faculty members to teach Adult Computers . COD faculty are committed to facilitate and support student success in learning. We strive to meet the individual educational needs of our unique, multicultural campus. The successful adjunct candidate will be committed to teaching in a multicultural environment and welcome the opportunity to work with students with diverse learning abilities. Opportunities may exist to teach a flexible schedule that may include teaching assignments during days, evenings and weekends. We invite you to join our team and apply your passion for teaching and learning! Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Adjunct Faculty instructors at College of DuPage are responsible for course planning and instruction in classroom, lab, or clinical settings, courses...

Canada Research Chair (Tier II), School-Based Mental Health The Werklund School of Education at the University of Calgary invites applications for a Tier II Canada Research Chair (CRC) in School-Based Mental Health . The successful candidate will be appointed at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure-track) or Associate Professor (with tenure) and will be nominated for a CRC Tier II position.  The successful candidate will hold a completed doctorate in counselling psychology, school and/or applied child psychology, or educational psychology or related discipline in an area of specialization relevant to the Chair. While not a requirement, preference will be given to candidates who received their PhD from a CPA and/or APA accredited program. It is also an asset to have completed a CPA/APA accredited residency. Preference will be given to candidates whose research focuses on bridging and connecting mental health and wellbeing supports in schools including...

Join the PSC family and connect with accomplished and diverse colleagues who inspire and innovate students and transform lives and futures. Along with helping our students reach their goals, Pensacola State makes career fulfillment a reality.     Job Description: The Academic Administrative Assistant position is a full-time career service position. In providing administrative support to departmental staff, faculty, and students under the supervision of the Department Head, the Academic Administrative Assistant must develop a thorough understanding of the department's academic programs, student services, and College processes. The Administrative Assistant maintains standards of confidentiality and privacy in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and the College; creates, manages, and executes budget expenditures upon approval by the department head; processes payroll and personnel documents; maintains, records, and processes...

2026-27 Lecturer Pool for Interdisciplinary Studies Program Position : Lecturer Pool for the Interdisciplinary Studies Program Type : Temporary, Part-time Academic Year : 2026-2027 Available : Fall 2026 / Spring 2027 Location : Office of Academic Programs California State University, Bakersfield 9001 Stockdale Highway Bakersfield, CA 93311-1099 Contact : Neida Herrera ( nherrera10@csub.edu ) Application Deadline: Positions open until filled. Applications considered as needed, on a continuous basis throughout the academic year. A new application must be submitted each year. University Background : CSU Bakersfield, founded in 1970, is a regional, comprehensive university serving the southern San Joaquin Valley of California. CSU Bakersfield's service area covers nearly 25,000 square miles and is home to a socially and ethnically diverse population. CSU Bakersfield is the only four-year degree granting institution within a 100-mile radius. Due to this, CSU...

Director of Student Care Amherst Campus Full Time JR7131 Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff. Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the Director of Student Care position. The Director of Student Care is a full-time, year-round position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $90,000 to $100,000. Reporting to the Associate Dean of Students and Class Dean (the Associate Dean) and as a member of the Office of Student Affairs (OSA), the Director of Student Care (the Director) is responsible for supporting a vibrant community of students at Amherst College by overseeing and creating policies, processes, and practices that are...

The Stanford Graduate School of Education seeks outstanding applicants at any faculty rank for a social scientist or humanities scholar studying fundamental questions about the role of education in contemporary society. Over the last twenty-five years, American society has changed dramatically. We have experienced rapid demographic and geopolitical shifts, rising inequality and polarization, climate-induced disasters, and massive technological innovation. We seek applicants attempting to understand the role of education amidst these societal transformations. We welcome applicants from a range of disciplinary and interdisciplinary spaces, including but not limited to anthropology, economics, education, history, philosophy, political science, psychology, sociology, gender studies, or STS. Research foci may include a wide range of substantive issues related to the societal changes above. The successful candidate will join a productive community of faculty who study educational...

Clinician Main Campus - Boston, MA R11954 ABOUT SIMMONS Located in Boston's historic Fenway area, Simmons University has a strong tradition of empowering women and challenging traditional gender roles. Simmons was founded for equality 125 years ago as one of the first higher education institutions dedicated to helping women become leaders. Today, our university continues to grow and evolve and now offers Boston's only women's undergraduate program and graduate programs open to all. You're joining our community at an especially exciting time as we continue to innovate for the future. Simmons recently launched a six-school academic structure that leverages our expert faculty and longstanding expertise in professions that make our communities stronger. In addition, we continue to highlight our high-value education proposition that is delivering greater ROI to students and putting them on the fast track to career growth and success. You'll find that people who work here...

Behavioral & Social Sciences Librarian - Library Position overview Position title: Associate Librarian, Career Status or Potential Career Status Salary range: The UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and salary point at appointment. See the following table(s) for the current salary scale(s) for this position: TABLE 26B REPRESENTED LIBRARIAN SERIES FISCAL YEAR SALARY SCALE . A reasonable full-time salary estimate for this position is $83,162 to $108,548. Percent time: 100% Anticipated start: As early as November 2, 2026. Start date is flexible. Position duration: This is a full-time potential career appointment. Application Window Open date: July 16, 2026 Next review date: Sunday, Aug 16, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Saturday, Oct 31, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this...

    The Princeton Institute for International and Regional Studies (PIIRS) at Princeton University is pleased to announce the call for applications to the PIIRS Postdoctoral Fellowship Program for the 2027-28 academic year. As a leading global institution in interdisciplinary research on international issues, PIIRS is dedicated to advancing innovative scholarship that addresses the world's most pressing challenges. The PIIRS Postdoctoral Fellows Program is integral to that mission. We will award up to four postdoctoral fellowships to our 2027-28 cohort. PIIRS seeks recent PhDs in the Social Sciences who have demonstrated exceptional scholarship, congruent with the Institute's intellectual focus, that simultaneously advances theoretical debates in their disciplinary field; creatively speaks to and engages with a multidisciplinary audience; and deepens substantive regional knowledge of specific places. Appointments will be made at the rank of...

Behavior Analysis Online Masters Degree Program Director; Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice (Remote) Remote - National R12021 ABOUT SIMMONS Located in Boston's historic Fenway area, Simmons University has a strong tradition of empowering women and challenging traditional gender roles. Simmons was founded for equality 125 years ago as one of the first higher education institutions dedicated to helping women become leaders. Today, our university continues to grow and evolve and now offers Boston's only women's undergraduate program and graduate programs open to all. You're joining our community at an especially exciting time as we continue to innovate for the future. Simmons recently launched a six-school academic structure that leverages our expert faculty and longstanding expertise in professions that make our communities stronger. In addition, we continue to highlight our high-value education proposition that is delivering greater ROI to students and putting...

Assistant Professor, Public Administration Wright State University EEO Statement: Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer. Faculty Rank or Job Title: Assistant Professor, Public Administration Job Category: Faculty/Instructional Department: School of Social Sciences and International Studies EEO number: 27Y042 Position FTE: 100% Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate: Salary Band: FB 3AAST Job Summary/Basic Function The School of Social Sciences and International Studies (SoSSIS) at Wright State University (WSU) invites applications for tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, to begin August 2027. The teaching load is focused on the Master of Public Administration program within the College of Liberal Arts. This faculty member will develop and regularly teach courses in public administration, with special emphasis on local government and the management of cities, to serve graduate course in the Master of Public...