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Job Title: Psychology - Advanced Writing FT Faculty, CFS Professional

Posting End Date:August 4, 2026

*NOTE: Last day to apply is Monday, August 3, 2026, at 11:59pm (MST)

Position Start Date:July 1, 2027

Required Degree:This position requires a PhD in psychology or a related field. The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience: The Brigham Young University (BYU) Department of Psychology invites applicants of any academic rank to fill a full-time (continuing faculty status) professional-track faculty position to begin Fall Semester 2027. We specifically seek applicants qualified to teach advanced writing and coordinate writing instruction in our department. Our department values high-quality teaching, a collegial academic culture, and student-centeredness in all areas of faculty responsibility.

United by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values equal opportunity. We also value and embrace the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences and circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts of each member of the BYU community and the richness and strength they bring in helping create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ. Candidates with experience in and commitment to mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Duties/Expectations: The primary responsibility for this position is teaching undergraduate advanced writing courses in psychology. This faculty member will also be responsible for coordinating writing instruction in our department to help all students develop writing competencies. Well-qualified candidates will demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching and student mentoring, strong fit with the University's mission and aims, and commitment to building a community of belonging in our department. Candidates should also be prepared to engage in citizenship responsibilities in the department, college, and university.

Please direct any questions to Chad Jensen, PhD, 1082 KMBL, Department of Psychology, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT84602; email:chadjensen@byu.edu.

Application Instructions:Applicants should apply onlinewhere they willupload a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, and a one-page mission alignment statement (see below). A statement of teaching philosophy/interests and evidence of teaching effectiveness should also be included. Review of applicants will begin after the posting closes on August 4, 2026.

This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.

MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

If you are a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it "bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel" (Spencer W. Kimball).

If you are not a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

All faculty are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress &Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.