| Location | Kirkland, WA |
| Salary | $54,508–$68,134 Per Year |
Department College of Social and Behavioral Sciences
Reports To Dean, College of Social and Behavioral Sciences
Appointment Fall 2027
Close Date Open Until Filled
Classification Faculty, Full-Time (Tenure Track)
Position Summary The full-time, tenure-track faculty member will join the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences with the primary responsibility of teaching psychology courses, mentoring students, supporting student research, and pursuing an active program of scholarship. The faculty member will also contribute to the life of the University through committee service and other activities that support students and colleagues. Rooted in Northwest University's Christian mission, Candidates must demonstrate a meaningful commitment to Jesus Christ, the Church, and the gospel, expressed through a winsome, encouraging, and culturally engaged faith. Essential Functions
Possesses a deep, personal commitment to Jesus Christ and to the Spirit-filled life and demonstrates integration of faith and learning. Can document earned graduate degrees: Ph.D., Ed.D., or Psy.D. in psychology or Master's degree, with intent to complete doctorate. Has had successful teaching experience at the university level (experience teaching online is an advantage). Is involved in ongoing research in psychology and/or related fields. Is committed to establishing and maintaining positive relationships with faculty, staff, and the general constituency of Northwest University. Is committed to intercultural education, and multicultural psychology, and is committed to integrating faith into the psychology curriculum. Is committed to the development of academic and professional skills in his/her students by advising, coaching, modeling, and direct instruction.
Compensation Salary is commensurate with education and experience and aligned with Northwest University's faculty salary schedule for the Assistant or Associate Professor rank.
Current salary range: $54,508-$68,134 Application Requirements For full consideration, applicants should submit:
Robert Campbell, Dean of CSBS .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Search procedures will be closed, when a sufficient number of qualified applicants have been identified. Applicants are urged to provide sufficient information, so that the application file may be considered complete at the end of the search period. Northwest University Northwest University is a Christian coeducational undergraduate and graduate institution, related to the Assemblies of God, offering baccalaureate and master's, and doctoral level education. The sixty-acre campus is located in Kirkland, Washington, just ten miles from downtown Seattle. The campus is an ideal setting for study, recreation, and inspiration and is centrally located and convenient to industry, business, and commercial activities. Mission Statement We, the people of Northwest University, carry the call of God by continually building a learning community dedicated to spiritual vitality, academic excellence, and empowered engagement with human need. In addition, all faculty members at Northwest University must subscribe to our Statement of Faith. Accreditation Northwest University is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (regional). The University is endorsed by the Commission on Christian Higher Education of the Assemblies of God and the Association of Christian Schools International. The University holds membership in the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities. Northwest University's College of Business is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). The Buntain College of Nursing's baccalaureate degree is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. In addition, the College of Nursing has received approval from the Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission. The University is also approved by the Board of Education and Superintendent of Public Instruction of the State of Washington to prepare elementary and secondary education teachers and recommend for certification. It is a member of the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education. Northwest University's doctoral program in counseling psychology is accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA). The University is approved by the Federal and State Governments for student aid programs and for the training of international students. Selected programs of study are approved by a Washington State Approving Agency for enrollment of those eligible for benefits under Title 38 and Title 10, U.S. Code and by Washington State for training in Vocational Rehabilitation. It is listed in the current bulletin, ''Accredited Higher Education Institutions,'' published by the U.S. Office of Education.
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