Two Tenure-track Faculty Positions in Psychology

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Two Tenure-track Faculty Positions in Psychology Employer: John Cabot University (JCU) - Department of Psychological and Social Sciences Location: Rome - Italy Salary: €52,000 to €57,000 or £45,229.39 to £49,578.37 (converted salary*) gross annual Hours: Full Time Contract Type: Permanent Placed On: 15th October 2026 Closes: 15th December 2026 John Cabot University (JCU), an accredited American liberal arts university in Rome, Italy, invites applications for two tenure-track faculty positions in Psychology (Assistant or Associate level), to begin in August 2027 joining the Department of Psychological and Social Sciences. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Psychology or a closely related field (i.e., Neuroscience). They are expected to be fluent in English, which is the language of instruction, and to have permission to work in the EU. Preference will be given to applicants with research and teaching expertise in social/personality or developmental psychology. Applicants in other areas of specialization may also be considered if their expertise would help to expand our current curriculum offerings. The initial appointment is for two years, with renewal and tenure subject to successful review. We seek colleagues to join an active and collaborative department, committed to promoting an inclusive academic environment where every student can thrive. Successful candidates should demonstrate dedication to excellence in teaching and mentoring, a scholarly agenda that provides opportunities for undergraduate student involvement, and commitment to university, departmental, and community service. Experience of the American liberal arts educational tradition will be considered an advantage. The ideal candidate will be prepared to teach introductory courses (e.g., general psychology, research methods) as well as courses in their area of expertise, including the development of new elective offerings. The teaching load is three courses per semester. The gross annual salary for this position ranges from €52,000 to €57,000 depending on the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience. To initiate the application process, applicants should complete this form by clicking the 'Apply' button. Upon submission, they will receive an email requesting the full application package, which shall include: - A cover letter addressing their interest and fit for teaching at an American liberal arts college in Rome. - An updated curriculum vitae. - A research statement highlighting their primary research goals, plans to achieve them in the context of a liberal arts university, and opportunity for undergraduate student involvement. - A teaching statement outlining their experience or perspective on teaching and mentoring, including courses the candidate would be prepared and excited to teach. - Evidence of teaching excellence. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted regarding references. They will be asked to provide the contact details of three referees, who will then be invited to submit letters of recommendation in support of the application. Review of applications will begin December 1st and will continue until the positions are filled. Applications submitted before December 15 will receive full consideration. Interviews will take place during the month of January, with campus visit expected in February/early March. Information about JCU can be found at: http://www.johncabot.edu/. Inquiries about the position may be addressed to the Search Committee at [email protected]. John Cabot University, a regionally accredited American university in Rome, Italy, is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The University prohibits and has a zero-tolerance policy towards discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, ethnic or national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or parental status, or disability in any of its policies, programs, and services.

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