Position Assistant/Associate Professor, Psychology Department Prothro-Yeager College of Humanities & Social Sciences
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Assistant Professor We are also considering the following Job Descriptions to fill this position (use links below to open job descriptions in a NEW WINDOW) Associate Professor
Starting Date: Fall 2026
Responsibilities: The Department of Psychology in the Prothro-Yeager College of Humanities and Social Sciences at Midwestern State University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure track Assistant/Associate Professor position beginning Fall of 2026.
As a faculty member in the Department of Psychology, you will be expected to:
(a) Teach 12 credit hours (4 courses) a semester; (b) contribute to the teaching mission of Psychology; (c) mentor undergraduate students; (d) develop a record of research; (e) provide service to the department, college, university and/or the community.
About the College: The Prothro-Yeager College of Humanities and Social Sciences consists of the academic departments of English, humanities, and philosophy; history; psychology; political science; sociology; and world languages and cultures. Each department offers majors, minors, and core curriculum courses. Faculty development funding is available at the university, college, and departmental levels.
About the Department/School/Area: The department of psychology regularly has 200+ majors with an active Psi Chi/Psychology club chapter. We are a collegial department, and faculty are independent in that they get to best determine how to prepare and teach advanced classes-each faculty can design 1-2 courses of their choosing.
Requirements:
Preferred Qualifications (should be populated into search committee matrix):
Standard Requirements: Requires the ability to maintain positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the community. Must adhere to University's core values: People-Centered, Community, Integrity, Visionary, and Connections, per the MSU Texas Values Journey. Personal cell phone usage may be required to complete position duties, including multi-function authentication requirements. Regular reliable attendance is required.
This position is designated as security sensitive (Mod) and requires a criminal background check. Position is designated as a Responsible Employee as outlined by Title IX. May serve as Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Please include the following documents in your application:
Questions about this position should be directed to Dr. Michael A. Vandehey, Search Committee Chair at michael.vandehey@msutexas.edu. If you need assistance with the application process, contact Dr. Michael Vandehey at michael.vandehey@msutexas.edu
Contact Information: Mailing Address: Dr. Vandehey, MSU Texas Prothro-Yeager College of Humanities & Social Sciences 3410 Taft Blvd. Wichita Falls, TX 76308-2099
For More Information: Dr. Vandehey michael.vandehey@msutexas.edu
University Information: MSU Texas 3410 Taft Blvd. Wichita Falls, TX 76308-2099
About MSU: Established in 1922, Midwestern State University is a public university in Wichita Falls, Texas, located halfway between Oklahoma City and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. The university has an average enrollment of 5,800 students, with approximately 20% enrolled in graduate programs. Rooted in a values-based culture, Midwestern State University aims to empower students and our community through a commitment to academic excellence, personal growth, and a culture of lifelong learning, inquiry, and innovation. The university is strongly committed to serving first-generation students and those receiving financial assistance.
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