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The Department of Psychology at Wake Forest University invites applications for a tenure-track position beginning in July 2024 in the area of Culture and Well-being. We seek applicants with a primary research program focused on the intersection between well-being and culture broadly defined, including but not limited to a) cross-cultural comparisons; b) the influence of race/ethnicity, c) social class, sexuality, and other marginalized identities; d) clinical populations; or e) organizational/political culture. Applicants may approach the intersection of well-being and culture from any subdiscipline of psychology.

The department prioritizes rigorous scholarship, excellent teaching, and strong methodological skills and seeks a colleague who is committed to the Teacher-Scholar model. The successful candidate will teach courses in their area(s) of expertise as well as more general courses at the undergraduate and/or graduate level, conduct programmatic research, supervise undergraduate and graduate student research, and be committed to diversity and inclusion as core values. Applicants should plan to have received their PhD by July 1st 2024 to be considered for this position.

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The Department offers BA and research-oriented general MA degrees. Additional information about the Department is available at .

Wake Forest University is a private, coeducational institution dedicated to academic excellence in liberal arts, graduate and professional education. The University is ranked among the top thirty national universities by U.S. News and World Report. Wake Forest offers a vibrant intellectual community with a rich cultural life, an impressive array of facilities and an active athletics community. The University has a deep institutional commitment to public service and engagement with the world, as indicated by the motto “pro humanitate.” For quick facts about the University, go to .

Wake Forest University welcomes and encourages diversity and inclusivity and seeks applicants with demonstrated success in working with diverse populations. Wake Forest University is an AA/EO employer and values an inclusive and diverse learning community and work environment committed to excellence in the spirit of Pro Humanitate. In adherence with applicable laws and as provided by University policies, the University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and veteran status and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply. In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations for final candidates upon their acceptance of an offer of employment.

Interested applicants should apply via the University’s career website at: . The application should be submitted as a single PDF file, which includes all of the following: (1) a cover letter, which clearly states how the applicant aligns primarily with the research focus outlined above, (2) a vita, (3) a research statement, which includes evidence regarding the applicant's plans and efforts to conduct replicable research, (4) a statement of teaching philosophy, (5) evidence of teaching effectiveness if available, and (6) a statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion through mentorship, teaching and/or research. Applicants should also be prepared to provide at least three signed, confidential letters of recommendation upon request. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but to guarantee full consideration they should be received by October 1, 2023.

Please feel free to email Eranda Jayawickreme (chair of the Search Committee) at with any questions about this position. Inquiries about the application process and document submission may be addressed to .

In adherence with applicable laws and as provided by University policies, the University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and veteran status and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply.

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Wake Forest seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce while promoting an inclusive work environment committed to excellence in the spirit of Pro Humanitate. In adherence with applicable laws and as provided by University policies, the University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and veteran status and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply.