Social and Behavioral Sciences - Psychology Department - Professor

The Department of Psychology at Wagner College invites applications for an open-rank faculty position in the area of Cognitive Psychology to begin August 2027. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. at the time of appointment. Rank will be dependent upon the candidate’s experience. In addition to undergraduate courses in cognitive psychology and research area, the successful candidate should be able to teach statistics and methodology. Candidates who can involve undergraduate students in laboratory research are highly desirable. Additionally, candidates with an interest in teaching one or more of the following will be given particular attention: history of psychology, sport psychology, and sensation and perception.

Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching, student mentoring, inclusive pedagogy, and scholarly research. The teaching load is 3/3, with opportunities to teach summer courses.

Wagner College, located in Staten Island, NY, values diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages applications from candidates whose experiences and perspectives will contribute to the excellence of our academic community.

Applicants should submit the following as a single PDF file under the "Resume" button:

• Letter of application
• Curriculum vitae
• Graduate transcript
• Statement of teaching philosophy and experience
• Evidence of teaching excellence (if available)
• Statement of current and future research plans
• Contact information for three professional references

Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.

Inquiries should be directed to:

Dr. Laurence Nolan
Interim Division Chair, Social & Behavioral Sciences
Wagner College
[email protected]

Wagner College, founded in 1883, seamlessly blends professional programs with a liberal arts grounding for a comprehensive, experiential-forward education that fosters well-rounded, adaptable graduates. The college’s verdant residential campus offers a traditional college experience on New York City’s Staten Island.

Wagner prides itself on robust student support services, including personalized academic advising, comprehensive career counseling, and a wide array of wellness programs. Students are prepared not only for professional success but also for meaningful lives through the faculty’s dedication to promoting scholarship, achievement, leadership and citizenship.

Wagner College offers a generous benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, pension and paid time off benefits to all full-time employees. The Wagner College Office of Human Resources partners with all members of the College community to cultivate a work environment that values equal opportunity, diversity equity inclusion and access, professional development and individual excellence.

Wagner College provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wagner College complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.