Associate Professor in Applied Psychology

The University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) is seeking to recruit an Associate Professor in Applied Psychology.

The University is undertaking the exciting process of establishing Psychology at UNNC. This is a new discipline within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, related to existing disciplines such as psycholinguistics and health economics. We are looking for an ambitious and talented academic leader to lead this initiative.

The successful candidate will be the first leader of the Psychology discipline at UNNC, and will pioneer the development of Psychology programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. They will lead a growing team, contribute to curriculum development, collaborate in research projects, and conduct ongoing original research and publications in Psychology.

Your Responsibilities

• Provide academic and organisational leadership in Psychology, including coordinating resources, managing teamwork, and setting team objectives.
• Lead the design, development, and delivery of Psychology modules and programmes, aligned with academic quality standards.
• Undertake administrative responsibilities such as admissions, timetabling, examinations, and represent the School in internal and external committees.
• Act as Principal Investigator on major research projects, devise new research methods, and contribute to advancing the field of Psychology.
• Apply research to public policy or industry, bringing tangible benefits to the University and community.

About You

• PhD or equivalent in a relevant subject area.
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.
• Proven leadership and management skills in teaching and research contexts.
• Demonstrated success in research funding acquisition and team development.
• High-level analytical and conceptual thinking skills.
• Strong record of published research, programme development, and consultancy or external services.
• Established reputation nationally and growing international reputation in Psychology within higher education.
• Experience supervising PhD and Masters students and teaching at UG/PG levels in English-speaking institutions.
• Previous leadership experience in higher education is highly desirable.

About Us

Join a unique British University in China. UNNC was the first Sino-foreign university in China and now has over 10,000 students. UNNC is part of the University of Nottingham’s Global University and offers world-class teaching and research opportunities in one of the world’s fastest-growing economies.

Remuneration, Benefits, and Support

• Fixed-term contract for up to 5 years (renewable by mutual agreement).
• Salary: RMB 628,750 to RMB 772,893 per annum (salary progression subject to performance).
• Benefits: accommodation allowance, insurance, schooling support, home flight, relocation & repatriation support, paid annual leave.

How to Apply

Applicants should submit their application online before 9 June 2025 via:
https://jobs.nottingham.edu.cn/job/184180/
(Only online applications will be accepted.)

Referees will be contacted prior to interviews. Interviews will take place in Ningbo, China.

For informal enquiries, contact Professor Catriona Morrison, Dean of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at [email protected] (email subject: “Leader of Psychology Enquiry”).
Please note that direct applications to this email will not be accepted.

If you are unable to apply online, please contact the Human Resources Office at [email protected].

Equality and Diversity

UNNC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable, and supportive learning and working environment. All job applicants and staff are treated based on their merits, abilities, and potential—regardless of gender, race, nationality, age, socioeconomic background, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or other irrelevant distinctions.