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Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Statement: Minot State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origins, disability or other protected characteristic. Women, minorities veterans, individual with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants are invited to provide information regarding their gender, race and/or ethnicity, veteran's status and disability status as part of the application process. This information will remain confidential and separate from your application. All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and EO/Title IX for screening, interviewing and selection purposes. Confidentiality of Application Materials: Pursuant to the NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records relate to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three finalists who will be invited to campus. Veteran's Preference: Veteran's claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility included a DD-214 or NGB 22 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA within the last 12 months. Clery Statement: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Minot State University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the University's policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security, as well at three years' worth of crime statics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the MSU Office of Safety and Security located at 500 University Ave W, Minot, ND, 58707. Position Description & Details Position: Assistant Professor of Addiction Studies and Psychology Type: Tenure Track Position, Full-time, benefitted Position Number: 00012723 Deadline: Review of applications will begin March 15, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Position Summary: The Department of Behavioral Sciences and Criminal Justice at Minot State University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor of addiction studies and psychology to begin August 2026. Minot State is dedicated to the success of all students, their growth, confidence, and development as educated citizens and their life-long devotion to the common good and welfare of others. The university values critical and creative thinking, vitality of communities and cultures, stewardship of place, and the multicultural and global environment. Our addiction studies program provides education for students to become licensed addiction counselors in North Dakota. The faculty filling this position will teach courses required for our addiction studies and psychology programs, such as Dynamics of Addiction, Behavioral Neuroscience, and Psychopharmacology. There is some flexibility in the courses the person will teach, depending on their area of expertise. The position offers the ability to teach and do research within multidisciplinary programs (psychology, addiction studies, criminal justice, and social work). The teaching load for this position is 12 credits per semester. The faculty member will participate in curriculum development and program evaluation. In addition to teaching face-to-face and virtual/online formats, faculty members advise students, provide service to the department, university, and community, and produce scholarship. Minimum Qualifications: The position is tenure track with a nine-month contract. The ideal candidate will have earned a Ph.D. in psychology, addiction studies, or related field. ABD candidates will be considered. Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given for candidates with expertise in areas related to addiction, have demonstrated excellence in teaching undergraduate courses, and commitment to mentoring undergraduate research. Application Documents: Applicants should include cover letter, list of names and contact information for three references familiar with your teaching and/or research, Statement of Teaching Philosophy, and Statement of Research Interests. Candidates interested are encouraged to apply for this position or contact the person below for more information. To apply for this position go to MSU's HR employment opportunities site. If you have questions about the position, programs, or Minot State University, please contact: Krystal St. Peter, Ph.D. Chair, Department of Behavioral Sciences and Criminal Justice Screening In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment. About Us Located in north central North Dakota, Minot State University is a place where east meets west. Nestled on the northern edge of the Mouse River Valley, the campus stands at the heart of the "Magic City." The city of Minot - nicknamed the "Magic City" for its phenomenal growth during the early 1900s - is a regional center for commerce, culture, healthcare, agribusiness and industry. Minot is home to Minot Air Force Base and is a key service provider in the burgeoning Bakken oil play that's made North Dakota's economy one of the strongest in the United States. Minot State University is a public university dedicated to excellence in education, scholarship, and community engagement achieved through rigorous academic experiences, active learning environments, commitment to public service, and a vibrant campus life. Our athletic programs participate in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference in the NCAA Division II.