Assistant Professor of Psychology

EMPLOYER: Pepperdine University, Seaver College

LOCATION: Malibu, California, USA

TYPE: Full-Time, Tenure-Track

START DATE: August 1, 2027

SALARY: 1,527 - 7,701

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review begins October 1, 2026 (Open until filled)

REQUIREMENTS:
- PhD in Psychology (ABD candidates considered)
- Specialization in developmental and/or neuroscience areas preferred
- Active scholarly agenda
- Commitment to teaching excellence in Christian liberal arts environment
- Active commitment to Christian mission of University

RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teach undergraduate courses including Introduction to Psychological Science, Statistics, or Research Methods
- Teach upper-level undergraduate courses in specialty
- Launch new neuroscience minor and expand course offerings
- Conduct research suitable for shared laboratory space and collaborative resources

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Letter of application
- Curriculum vitae
- Three current letters of reference (within one year)
- Transcripts of all graduate work
- Teaching statement (2-3 pages)
- Scholarly/Creative Agenda statement (2-3 pages)
- Response to Christian Mission

ABOUT PEPPERDINE:
Seaver College is residential liberal arts college of approximately 3,500 students in Malibu, California. Religiously affiliated with Churches of Christ.

CONTACT: Michael Folkerts | michael.folkerts@pepperdine.edu

APPLY: Apply via Interfolio (link in posting)