Assistant Professor, I/O Psychology

Assistant Professor, I/O Psychology

Wright State University

EEO Statement: Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Faculty Rank or Job Title: Assistant Professor, I/O Psychology

Job Category: Faculty/Instructional

Department: Psychology

EEO number: 26Y058

Position FTE: 100%

Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate: Negotiable

Salary Band: FA NA

Job Summary/Basic Function
Wright State University: The Department of Psychology seeks applicants for a tenure-track, Assistant Professor position in Industrial-Organizational (I/O) Psychology to begin 8/1/2026. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Psychology or related discipline with training in I/O Psychology. The area of specialty is open. ABD candidates will be considered but must have fulfilled the requirements for the Ph.D. by the start date or the offer will be withdrawn.
Candidates must be actively engaged in research and show promise of establishing an externally funded research program. The Department of Psychology is housed in the College of Science and Mathematics, offers a Ph.D. and M.S. in Human Factors and I/O Psychology, and has a large undergraduate (BA and BS) program including 4 undergraduate concentration areas: (1) Industrial/ Organizational, (2) Clinical Psychology, (3) Cognition and Perception, and (4) Behavioral Neuroscience. Candidates will be expected to teach a mix of undergraduate courses (e.g., intro to I/O, research methods, statistics, social psychology) and graduate courses (e.g., organizational behavior/psychology).
Additional opportunities for teaching and research are available through interdisciplinary Ph.D. programs in Applied Science and Mathematics (IASM) and Biomedical Sciences (BMS) within the College of Science and Mathematics. Also, research collaborations are available with other colleges, e.g., the College of Engineering and Computer Sciences. The proximity of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base facilitates collaborations with Air Force Research Laboratory scientists in the Human Performance Directorate, and the Human-Centered Sciences Lab and other collaborators are housed on our campus. Wright State University is highly focused on student success, is nationally recognized for accessibility, and was recognized in 2022 in US News in their newest category: Social Mobility. For more information on our department, affiliated programs, and faculty research interests, go to https://science-math.wright.edu/psychology.
Located in southwest Ohio and a short drive to Columbus or Cincinnati, the Dayton, Ohio, metro area offers quality of life with extensive parks and outdoor activities (e.g., on the rivers and hiking/biking trails), easy access to local urban amenities ranging from good restaurants to Dayton Dragons baseball, good schools, and an affordable cost of living.



Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Psychology or related discipline. ABD candidates will be considered, but must have fulfilled the requirements for the Ph.D. by the start date or the offer will be withdrawn.
Must have a SIOP membership.



Preferred Qualifications
Ph.D. in Industrial Organizational Psychology or closely related discipline.
Previously established independent research program. Previous teaching experience.

Essential Functions and percent of time
Essential Functions:

• Teach graduate and undergraduate classes, mentor graduate students, and establish an independent program of research that has the potential for external funding.
  
  

Time allocation:

• 40% Research. Active engagement in research with the potential for external funding. Mentor graduate students.
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• 40% Instruction of courses. Instruct graduate and undergraduate courses. May include evening or online courses. Teaching load subject to satisfactory progress towards tenure.
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• 20% Service. Serve on a department, college, or university committee (e.g., relating to curriculum), attending student events (e.g., Psi Chi/Psych Club), and/or other student interactions outside the classroom (e.g., talking with students about research/practicum opportunities, grad school).

Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd)


Non-Essential Functions and percent of time


Working Conditions
Wright State University, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, is committed to an inclusive environment and strongly encourages applications from minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities.To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University before making an employment offer conduct various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.

Special Instructions to Applicants
Three letters of reference will be requested once the applicant reaches that stage of consideration.

First Consideration Date: 11/05/2025

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes


To apply, please visit: https://jobs.wright.edu/postings/21531







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