Location: Bowling Green, KY Category: Faculty Posted On: Wed Oct 1 2025 Job Description: The Western Kentucky University Psychology Department (www.wku.edu/psychology/) is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-eligible appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in the area of developmental psychology beginning August 2026. This position will primarily support the undergraduate major with potential for teaching graduate courses. Area of specialization is open. Responsibilities for the position include: + teaching undergraduate (e.g., lifespan development, adolescent psychology) and/or graduate courses in area of interest, + conducting scholarly research and publishing, + advising undergraduate students, + guiding graduate research as well as serving on graduate research committees (e.g., thesis and dissertation committees) + serving on program, department, college, and university committees, and + other duties as assigned. The Department of Psychology has a B.A. in psychology with a general major, and concentrations in sport and forensic psychology. We also offer a psychology minor and an interdisciplinary minor in clinical and community behavioral health. In addition, the department houses three graduate degrees: a masters program in clinical psychology, an Ed.S. in school psychology, and a Psy.D. in applied psychology. The Department of Psychology is housed in the collaborative College of Education and Behavioral Sciences which also has programs in teacher education, counseling, educational leadership and administration, military sciences, and more. WKU's Department of Psychology is committed to initiatives pertaining to first generation students and promoting inclusive excellence overall, while increasing the diversity of the University community. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths or experiences in this area. The WKU Psychology Department is currently advertising other positions. Dual career couples are encouraged to apply. Job Requirements: All applicants must have an earned doctorate in developmental psychology or a related field by the posted start date. Additional requirements for each rank are below. Assistant Professor: Candidate is expected to demonstrate potential for excellence in teaching and have an active and productive program of scholarly research. Associate Professor: Candidate must have 6+ years experience in higher education, demonstrate excellence in teaching graduate and undergraduate courses, evidence of sustained scholarly activity including publications and presentations, and a record of service to the institution and profession. Full Professor: Candidate must have earned tenure at another institution, have 12+ years experience in higher education, demonstrate excellence in teaching graduate and undergraduate courses, evidence of sustained scholarly activity including publications and presentations, and a record of service to the institution and profession. Additional Information: Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment. Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices. Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website. Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php For information related to job postings, please email employment@wku.edu.