"Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Psychology (School Psychology)"

Posting Details

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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Position Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Position Title
Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Psychology (School Psychology)

Requisition
202500173F

Rank
Assistant, Associate or Full Professor

FLSA status
Exempt

Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.

Position Category

Position Type
Full-Time Tenure Track

College
College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Department
Dept of Psychology and Philosophy

Open Date
12/17/2025

Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/45794

Refer Applicants To

Contact Name
Nicholas Scheel

Title
Search Committee Chair
SHSU Box 2447
Huntsville, TX 77341

Contact Phone
936-294-2202

Contact Email
nls046@shsu.edu

Position Details

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

The Department of Psychology and Philosophy in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at Sam Houston State University invites applications for a tenure-track open-rank Professor position in its NASP-approved specialist program in School Psychology to begin in the Fall 2026 semester. This position can be filled at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor rank. Duties will include teaching graduate-level courses and supervising field-based practical experiences within the Specialist in School Psychology Program. In addition, there are other opportunities to assume other psychology-related instructional areas as needed, such as undergraduate teaching in areas of expertise, and advising and mentoring students.

As a core value at SHSU, we are committed to being an institution that is welcoming, compassionate, and supportive, a place that provides all students, faculty, and staff the opportunity to engage, learn, and work in an environment of mutual respect and understanding. We strive to foster a campus culture of belonging in which every individual is valued and has a positive, meaningful experience.

Educational Requirements for the Position

Successful candidates are required to hold a Doctoral degree in School Psychology from an APA-accredited and/or NASP-approved program by the time of appointment, be eligible for licensure as both a Psychologist and Licensed School Psychologist in the state of Texas, and demonstrate evidence of or strong potential for scholarship in areas relevant to school psychology. Applications from individuals who are ABD will be considered, but the doctoral degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.

Experience Required for the Position

The preferred candidate will have a minimum of two years of experience as a school psychologist practitioner and the potential for acquiring extramural funding. Candidates must be committed to a student-centered approach and passionate about working with various student population.

Other Requirements for the Position

Special Instructions Summary

The application will require the following materials:
Letter of interest that addresses qualifications for the position
Statement of research interests
Statement of teaching interests and philosophy
Full curriculum vita
One to two representative publications
Three letters of recommendation. For ABD applicants, one letter must be from the dissertation director confirming that the Ph.D. requirements will be met by August 25, 2026.
Transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate education (applicants may submit unofficial transcripts for initial screening; however, official transcripts are required for credential review prior to hiring)
Additional materials may be requested throughout the consideration process.

Review of applications will begin on January 23, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.

Open Until Filled
Yes