What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visiting Professor in Psychology position at Indiana Wesleyan University Nursing?
Summary of Position: Indiana Wesleyan University invites applications for a one-year visiting faculty position in the Department of Psychology on our residential campus in Marion, Indiana. This position may be especially well-suited for an early-career academic psychologist seeking meaningful undergraduate teaching experience within a collaborative and mission-driven Christian higher education context. Applicants should show evidence of personal faith in Jesus Christ, full agreement with the Wesleyan-Arminian theology, and commitment to liberal arts learning and the integration of Christian faith and learning.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion for undergraduate education, a commitment to mentoring students, and an interest in engaging students in scholarly or applied research experiences. Area of specialization is open.
Beginning fall 2026, this is a full-time, one-year appointment with the possibility of renewal depending on departmental needs and institutional priorities.
Duties And Responsibilities
Education
IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion for undergraduate education, a commitment to mentoring students, and an interest in engaging students in scholarly or applied research experiences. Area of specialization is open.
Beginning fall 2026, this is a full-time, one-year appointment with the possibility of renewal depending on departmental needs and institutional priorities.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Teaching undergraduate courses in one’s area of expertise, while also meeting departmental teaching needs
- Mentoring students in their academic, professional, and spiritual development
- Developing and sustaining a research agenda that involves undergraduates and contributes to the discipline
- Collaborating with colleagues in curriculum development and program initiatives
- Serving the university through committee work, engagement in the broader community, and participation/leadership in state and national professional organizations
Education
- A doctoral degree in psychology or or a closely related field is required
- At least one (1) year of higher education teaching experience preferred
- Demonstrates mature personal faith in Jesus Christ and a willingness to embrace the theological and lifestyle commitments of The Wesleyan Church
- Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills to foster effective relationships among colleagues, students, and external partners
- Excellent organizational and coordination abilities
- Knowledge of evidence-based instructional strategies and techniques
- Skill in assessing the impact of teaching on student learning and in refining instructional design accordingly
- Ability to provide clear, constructive, and timely feedback to students in both oral and written forms
- Proficiency with computers and educational technology, including MS Office, Internet resources, and Learning Management Systems
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Clear and effective verbal expression
- Capacity to advise, instruct, motivate, and mentor students toward academic and professional excellence, and to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and the public in a professional and Christ-centered manner
IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.