Assistant Professor in Psychology at St. Olaf College, Northfield 2025
Job Description
St. Olaf College, located in Northfield, Minnesota, invites applications for two full-time, tenure-track positions at the rank of Assistant Professor in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology. These faculty recruitment 2025 roles will begin in August 2026.
The department is especially interested in candidates with expertise in:
- Child/adolescent psychology
- Community interventions
- Health psychology
- Positive psychology
- Neuropsychology
- Working with underserved populations
An active research program involving human participants is required. Teaching responsibilities will include core psychology courses and advanced courses in the candidate’s area of specialization.
Organization Profile
The Department of Psychology at St. Olaf College is a dynamic academic community of nine faculty members, dedicated to undergraduate teaching and research. As one of the college’s largest majors, Psychology graduates 80–90 students each year. The department is housed in Regents Hall of Natural and Mathematical Sciences, a modern facility supporting cutting-edge academic and research activities. Faculty maintain interdisciplinary connections with other programs such as Neuroscience, Family Studies, Race and Ethnic Studies, and more.
Job Title:
- Assistant Professor – Clinical/Counseling/School Psychology
- Employment Type: Full-Time | Tenure-Track
- Department Hiring: Department of Psychology
- Location: St. Olaf College, Northfield, Minnesota, USA
Position Description:
The teaching load is five courses annually. The successful candidate will:
- Teach core content and advanced psychology courses
- Develop curriculum based on area of expertise
- Engage undergraduates in research
- Demonstrate excellence in teaching, mentorship, and scholarship
- Support the college’s mission of inclusive liberal arts education
- Contribute to a diverse learning community through research, teaching, and service
Qualifications:
Required:
- Ph.D. in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology (or a closely related field) by August 2026
- Active research program involving human participants
Preferred:
- Experience with child/adolescent or community-focused psychology
- Strong record or potential in teaching and mentoring undergraduates
Job Location:
1520 St. Olaf Avenue, Northfield, Minnesota, USA
Salary:
$74,190 – $79,000 per annum (based on experience and qualifications)
How to Apply:
Applicants must submit the following materials through the application portal:
- Cover Letter outlining qualifications and interest in the position
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
- Teaching Statement (2–3 pages): Philosophy, goals, teaching interests, and courses you’d like to develop
- Professional Statement (2–3 pages): Research plan including potential undergraduate involvement
- Contact details for three professional references (letters will be requested at the interview stage)
Application Review Timeline:
- Review begins: September 15, 2025
- Finalist interviews expected: November 2025
- Applications received by the review date will receive full consideration
- Position open until filled
Contact for Queries:
Carlo Veltri, Search Committee Chair
Email: tt2026psych@stolaf.edu
Equal Opportunity Statement
St. Olaf College is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of gender identity, race, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or socioeconomic background. For inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policy, please contact Pamela McDowell at mcdowell@stolaf.edu.
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