Job description
The Department of Psychology in the Sutton School of Social Sciences at Ouachita Baptist University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment to begin August 2026. The successful candidate will display evidence of successful classroom teaching, scholarship and/or qualified professional experience; a commitment to collegial service; an authentic Christian faith lived out through personal discipleship and active involvement in a local church; support for the University’s vision, mission, values, and statement of faith; and a commitment to our Christian liberal arts tradition. A Ph.D. in Psychology in hand by August 2026 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.
Ouachita is a Christian liberal arts university founded in 1886. Of its approximately 1,900 students, almost 1,600 undergraduates attend the university’s highly residential campus; the university also offers graduate degrees to serve students in 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, visit obu.edu/jobs.
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.
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 continue until the position is filled.
