The department of Health, Kinesiology, Imaging & Psychological Sciences at Morehead State University is accepting applications for a full-time, tenure track position as an Assistant Professor, Psychology. The anticipated start date is August 11, 2025, OR January 5, 2026.

Morehead State University is located in Morehead, KY, a designated Kentucky Trail Town, nestled in the Daniel Boone National Forest, in close proximity to Cave Run Lake. This location provides opportunities for a wide range of outdoor recreation activities. Morehead State University is recognized as one of the top public universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report. Additionally, Morehead State University is relatively close to a number of larger cities including Lexington, KY, Louisville, KY, and Cincinnati, OH. Morehead State University delivers a strong and affordable education for friendly, ambitious students who thrive in a student-focused learning environment defined by small class sizes and faculty committed to teaching and student success.

Psychology programs include an undergraduate program in psychology, an undergraduate program in neuroscience, and an MPCAC-accredited master’s program in clinical psychology.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities include teaching courses in one’s areas of competency, developing a research program involving students, and participating in service activities. The typical teaching load is 4 classes (12 credit hours) in the fall semester and 4 classes (12 credit hours) in the spring semester.

REQUIREMENTS: A doctorate or an ABD in psychology or in one’s area of specialization is required by the start date of employment. The doctorate must be a PhD. If the area of specialization is clinical or counseling, the PhD must be from an APA or PCSAS accredited clinical or counseling program. An individual who is ABD would be expected to complete the doctorate within six months of the start date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: The area of specialization is open. However, applicants with a specialization in one or more of the following areas will be given preference: developmental psychology, behavioral neuroscience, cognitive psychology, social psychology, and clinical or counseling psychology.

SPONSORSHIP: This position is not budgeted for Visa Sponsorship.

Morehead State University is a comprehensive, regionally focused university providing high quality instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The University has an enrollment of over 9,000 students. To apply, visit: https://moreheadstate.peopleadmin.com and complete the MSU Application for Employment along with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcripts (unofficial) and the name and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin after the close date and continue until the position is filled. For preferred consideration, apply by June 30, 2025. Contact the Office of Human Resources at (606) 783-2097 should you have questions about our online application. Please contact Wesley White, the search committee chair, at [email protected] for questions regarding this position. MSU is an Equal Opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

An Assistant Professor reports to a department chair.

Assistant Professor will teach in a typical classroom environment or an internet based environment. Travel to a Regional Campus or off-site location may be required.

The candidate selected will have the option to either start August 11, 2025 OR January 5, 2026.