Assistant Professor of Educational Psychology: Cognition and Learning

Assistant Professor Of Educational Psychology: Cognition And Learning

The Educational Psychology Program in the Department of Individual, Family, and Community Education at the University of New Mexico invites applications for an assistant professor (tenure-track) faculty position beginning August 2026. We seek a scholar whose research focuses on cognition and learning, and who brings a strong background in research methodology. Responsibilities include maintaining an active research agenda in cognition and learning, mentoring graduate students, teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and contributing service to the department, college, and the field. Salary will be commensurate with experience and education.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Earned doctoral degree in educational psychology or a closely related field by the appointment start date.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Strong preparation and promise of scholarship in cognition and learning, including areas such as classroom learning, memory, learning strategies, self-regulation, meta-cognition and critical thinking, or similar topics.
2. Ability to teach educational psychology courses at the collegiate level.
3. Ability to advise and direct graduate student research.
4. A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission to serve local and global communities.

A complete application consists of a cover letter addressing the qualifications listed in the job posting, curriculum vitae, unofficial academic transcripts, research and teaching/mentorship statement, and names, titles, and contact information (address, phone number, and email address) of three professional references. Interested persons must apply through UNMJobs. For best consideration, applications should be received by October 22 2025 at UNMjobs. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

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