Assistant Professor (TT), Industrial and Organizational Psychology

EMPLOYER: University of Akron

LOCATION: Akron, Ohio, USA

TYPE: Full-Time, Tenure-Track

START DATE: August 23, 2027

APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 30, 2026

REQUIREMENTS:
- PhD in I/O Psychology or related field by August 23, 2027
- Evidence of research activity/publication in high-quality peer-reviewed I/O Psychology and Management journals
- Ability to effectively teach undergraduate and graduate psychology courses
- Ability to advise/mentor graduate students in research
- Interest in urban communities research: health, career outlooks, employment, well-being, public safety, civic engagement
- Teaching and research content may include: recruitment, selection, performance management, team processes, leadership, culture, organizational effectiveness

RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teach at both undergraduate and graduate level in I/O Psychology
- Advise and mentor graduate students in research
- Lead collaborations among faculty, students, and community partners
- Conduct research in I/O Psychology
- Community-engaged teaching, research, and service

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:
Almost 400 undergraduate majors, graduating up to 100 per year. 3 PhD programs and standalone MA program in I/O. One of the largest academic units in Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences and leading units on campus.

WHAT IS OFFERED:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, short/long-term disability, life insurance
- Tuition remission for employees and dependents
- Flexible Work Arrangement option
- State retirement systems with competitive employer contributions
- 403(b) and 457(b) options

CONTACT: Dr. Paul E. Levy | pelevy@uakron.edu | 330-972-8369
HR: Iron Bones | ibones@uakron.edu

APPLY: Apply via University of Akron careers page (Workday)
Requisition: JR102926