Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology: Sociocultural Influences on Behavior (Open to all areas of psychology)

Position Title:

Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology: Sociocultural Influences on Behavior (Open to all areas of psychology)

Position Type:

Full time

Location:

O'Leary Center

Categories:

Faculty Exempt

Job Summary:

Job Duties:

The Department of Psychology at Bucknell University invites applications for a one-year, Visiting Assistant Professor position with a focus on sociocultural influences on behavior (open to all areas of psychology) beginning August 2026. The ideal candidate will be a teacher-scholar with a demonstrated interest in working with a diverse student population at a primarily undergraduate liberal arts institution. As part of the six-course load (three courses each semester). The successful candidate will be expected to teach Introductory Psychology,  Research Methods, and some combination of courses that address culture, context, health, distress, and/or wellbeing. Strong applications will address how the candidate’s experiences, knowledge, skills, and/or past accomplishments will contribute to inclusive teaching. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically underrepresented in higher education. 

 

Bucknell University is a private, highly ranked, primarily undergraduate, national liberal arts institution that also offers strong professional programs in engineering, management, education, and music. Bucknell is located in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, on the banks of the Susquehanna River. The Lewisburg area offers a combination of outdoor recreation opportunities and small-town amenities. In addition to the cultural and athletic events offered at the University and in town, the region offers strong schools and medical facilities, and an affordable cost of living. 

 

Applicants should submit a cover letter, a CV, and statement of teaching philosophy. Your application should establish your interest in working at a primarily undergraduate liberal arts institution. Include how your experiences, knowledge, skills, and/or past accomplishments will contribute to equitable and inclusive teaching, broadly defined as including classroom instruction, mentoring, and other educational experiences.

 

For additional information and to apply, please go to Bucknell’s career site (careers.bucknell.edu). Applications will only be accepted online. Review of applications will begin March 24, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Candidates who advance past the initial review of dossiers will be interviewed by video conferencing. Three letters of reference will be requested from candidates who advance to an on-campus interview. For any questions, please contact Professor Ptacek at ptacek@bucknell.edu.

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship in accordance with University policy. At this time, the University is only able to provide H-1B visa sponsorship for candidates currently residing in the U.S. with a valid, transferable visa status (e.g. H-1B, F-1, J-1). Bucknell is not currently in a position to initiate new H-1B petitions for candidates residing abroad

Benefits: 

Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to):

• Flexible scheduling options determined by role; 
• Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
• An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
• Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.
• A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
• A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card

To learn more about Bucknell's benefits, click here! (*Eligibility criteria and waiting periods may apply.)

Inclusive Excellence:
Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community.  We endeavor to enhance our capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings.  We encourage all individuals to apply and do not discriminate in admissions, employment, educational programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.

E-Verify

Bucknell University participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E-Verify program.  We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

For additional information regarding Bucknell's E-Verify requirements, please contact the office of Talent, Culture & Human Resources (570) 577-1631 or email hr@bucknell.edu.