Find jobs
Pricing
Free Resume Checker
Blog
Sign in
Sign up
FIND JOBSPRICINGFREE RESUME CHECKERBLOGSIGN INSIGN UP
TA
Tamus

Associate/Full Professor of Psychology or Communication and Chair of the Department of Psychology & Communication

LocationLaredo, TX
Work modeon-site
Typeinternship
SenioritySenior
Experience5+ yrs
DepartmentDept, Psychology & Communication
Company size5,001–10,000 people
PostedJan 21, 2026 · 8mo ago
Verified live6h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have5
Hold a doctorate in psychology, communication, or a closely related discipline
Record of research and publications
Teaching experience commensurate to rank
At least 5 years of full-time faculty experience
Experience in faculty management
Nice to have3
Strong track record of peer-reviewed publications
Experience in writing, securing, and managing external grants
Administrative and supervisory experience as program coordinator, program director, or division/department chair
Eligibility1
All positions are security-sensitive; subject to criminal history investigation
Benefits
Health insurance
Retirement benefits
Life insurance
Professional development
Job Title
Associate/Full Professor of Psychology or Communication and Chair of the Department of Psychology & Communication
Agency
Texas A&M International University
Department
Dept, Psychology & Communication
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Laredo, Texas
Job Type
Faculty
Job Description
Texas A&M International University (TAMIU), a member of the Texas A&M University System, welcomes applicants for an Associate/Full Professor of Psychology or Communication and Chair of the Department of Psychology & Communication to begin Fall 2026.
TAMIU is a Hispanic Serving Institution with over 8,000 students located in Laredo, Texas, a vibrant and bicultural city with a population of about 250,000. The university advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service, and with an intentional focus on student success and research excellence. For more information, please visit https://www.tamiu.edu/
This is a tenured faculty (12-month) position with a 1-1-1 course load. Primary duties will include modeling, supporting, and rewarding faculty excellence in teaching and research; assessing, revising, and innovating curricula; coordinating course scheduling; overseeing the recruitment and hiring of new faculty; credentialing and evaluating faculty; managing the budget; and developing partnerships across the university and community. Duties also include providing support to students, supporting recruitment and retention initiatives, and representing the department in college and university-level strategic planning. This position requires face-to-face interactions through a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.
The Department of Psychology & Communication has 12 full-time Psychology faculty and 9 full-time Communication faculty. It has the following degree programs: BA Psychology, BA Communication, MA Communication, MS Psychology, and MA Counseling Psychology.
Required Qualifications
The successful candidate must hold a doctorate in psychology, communication, or a closely related discipline. Candidates must have a record of research and publications, teaching experience commensurate to rank, at least 5 years of full-time faculty experience, and experience in faculty management. We strongly encourage candidates with a strong track record of peer-reviewed publications as well as experience in writing, securing, and managing external grants (infrastructure, instrument, programmatic, or research). We strongly encourage applicants with administrative and supervisory experience as a program coordinator, program director, or division/department chair.
Benefits
We offer competitive salaries and a benefits package including health insurance, retirement benefits, and life insurance. Additional pay is available for summer teaching. Financial support for professional development opportunities, such as attending academic conferences, is also provided. Moving expenses are covered in whole or in part by the university.
Application Process
The first review of applications will be 2/21/2026 and will continue until the position is filled. The completed employment application must include:
•
Letter of interest or cover letter that addresses qualifications
•
Current curriculum vitae
•
Unofficial transcripts specifying conferred degree(s)
•
Names and contact information of three current professional references
Applications must be submitted online at https://www.tamiu.edu/admins/ohr/employment/ . For more information, contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Simon Zschirnt, at [email protected]
INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process, you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents, and submit the application. You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you “Submit” the application materials. The software does not allow you to “Save” your application and return to complete the process at a later time. The page “My Experience” has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files.
Applications received by Texas A&M International University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.
Legal
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
More roles at Tamus
Postdoctoral Research AssociateWeb Applications Developer II - WordPress & Full Stack Web DevelopmentAssistant Professor - AI in AgricultureBusiness Associate IOral Pathology Services Coordinator
Seekless
Seek less: one search across companies' own career pages, instead of a dozen job boards.
Product
Find jobsCompaniesPricingFree Resume Checker
Company
AboutBlog
Legal
PrivacyTermsCookies
© 2026 SEEKLESS. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.BUILT WITH CARE