Job description
The Department of Psychology in the Sutton School of Social Sciences at Ouachita Baptist University invites applications for a residential tenure-track appointment to begin August 2027. The successful candidate will display evidence of successful classroom teaching, scholarship and/or qualified professional experience; a commitment to collegial service; evidence of sincere Christian commitment including active involvement in a local church; support for the university’s vision, mission, and values; and a commitment to our Christian liberal arts tradition. A PhD in Psychology in hand by August 2027 is preferred (ABD candidates may be considered). Area of specialization is open; preference will be given to candidates with ability and willingness to teach General Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Statistics, Cognition, and/or Personality. Teaching expectations typically include four courses each semester. Research activities that emphasize undergraduate student collaboration are expected.
Consistent with our mission as a Christ-centered learning community, Ouachita Baptist University seeks to develop a diverse faculty for the benefit of our students and stakeholders. Ouachita is a Christian liberal arts university founded in 1886. Of its approximately 1,700 students, more than 1,500 undergraduates attend the university’s highly residential campus; the university also offers graduate and fully online degrees to serve students with a variety of educational programs. Ouachita’s beautiful 200-acre campus is situated on the Ouachita River, is minutes from DeGray Lake Resort State Park, and is in the foothills of the Ouachita National Forest. To learn more about the university and the surrounding community, visit obu.edu/jobs.
How to apply
To apply, complete the Faculty Application for Employment and, in addition to the documentation required by the application, please submit the following:
- Statement of Research Interest
- List of 3 references
Submit all application materials to Dr. Kevin C. Motl, Dean of the Sutton School of Social Sciences, at [email protected]. Review of completed applications will begin on October 15 and continue until the position is filled. Interviews will occur in November with in-person campus visits for finalists on February 2027.
