"Assistant or Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology - Clinical (PsyD Program)"

Job Description

Position Category: Faculty
FLSA: Exempt
FTE: 0.75 (9-mth. full-time)
Location: Thousand Oaks

University Background: Cal Lutheran is a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and McNair Institution, and we are looking for candidates with a demonstrated commitment to and success working in diverse, multi-cultural and multi-racial communities. Cal Lutheran encourages applicants from all faiths or none, and advocates for justice and fairness for all people. We are an accredited, private, comprehensive university that engages students in critical inquiry and dedicated to educating leaders for a global society. The Thousand Oaks campus is located midway between Santa Barbara and Los Angeles and is home to nearly 2,300 undergraduate and 1,100 graduate students who come from 67 countries and represent a variety of faiths. 56% of Cal Lutheran students are from underrepresented groups, and 38% of first year and new transfers are first generation students. Cal Lutheran Faculty are 37% people of color. The mission of the University is to educate leaders for a global society who are strong in character and judgment, confident in identity and vocation, and committed to service and justice.

Basic Function: The California Lutheran University Graduate School of Psychology (GSoP) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position (at the rank of either Assistant or Associate Professor) in our APA-accredited PsyD Program in Clinical Psychology beginning in Fall 2026. The PsyD Program is a secular program that values science and social justice and directly affirms sexual and gender minority inclusivity. Under the direction of the Dean and Department Chair, the Assistant or Associate Professor is responsible for providing academic instruction to students for the assigned graduate courses. The successful applicant for these positions will demonstrate outstanding commitment to doctoral teaching and dissertation research mentorship. While the positions are open to applicants with demonstrated expertise and capacity to teach across any area of health service psychology, we particularly invite applicants with a background in neuropsychology, health psychology, forensic psychology, or cognitive and personality assessment. Additional duties include developing a program of research that engages graduate students, academic advising, dissertation supervision, clinical supervision of doctoral trainees, participating in ongoing program development within the PsyD program, serving on faculty and university committees, and establishing collaborative relationships within the University and broader community. The Graduate School of Psychology is comprised of a PsyD program in Clinical Psychology, Master of Science programs in Clinical Psychology and Counseling Psychology (MFT emphasis), and a large community counseling center that provides low-fee Spanish and English clinical services both in person and telehealth (over 10,000 appointments annually). For faculty interested in research with clinical populations, the clinics provide individual, couples, family, group, and child services to community members with mild to moderate mental health issues and currently offer specialized programs in dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy. The PsyD program currently accepts 25 students per cohort and distinguishes itself by having small classes, a caring faculty and staff, state of the art facilities and technology, and a rigorous curriculum designed to train students in accordance with APA's Profession-wide Competencies. The program is committed to training students to integrate science and practice, develop competency in research and scholarship, and appreciate human diversity by serving the underserved.

Representative Duties:

• Provide academic instruction to students through lecture; assess and develop student communication skills and higher order thinking skills through appropriate assignments and activities.
• Advise and instruct students regarding programs of study, lifelong learning resources, and effective study skills; refer students to support services, programs, resources, and other professionals as appropriate.
• Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions, and examinations; provide feedback in a timely manner to student inquiries in class, online, or during established office hours.
• Plan and organize instruction according to approved course outlines and student learning outcomes to maximize student learning in alignment with program and university mission/goals; implement the student performance objectives as listed on the official course outline of record.
• Maintain current, accurate records of course enrollment, attendance, student academic progress, and student learning outcomes.
• Evaluate and select instructional materials such as textbooks, manuals, software, and tools in collaboration, as appropriate, with other faculty; order instructional materials according to campus bookstore procedure to ensure timely delivery.
• Create creative assignments and activities in one-on-one and classroom instructional settings to foster hands-on, active learning in students that will develop their expertise in the subject matter.
• Maintain an active research program that involves graduate research assistants and collaborators.
• Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions, and examinations; provide feedback promptly to student inquiries in class, online, or during established consultation office hours.
• Teach and hold office hours in person on campus, at least 4 days per week.
• Maintain current, accurate records of course enrollment, attendance, student academic progress, course curriculum; prepare and submit grades, data, and reports related to the course and student progress promptly.
• Provide a course syllabus to students in each class within the first week of the class, as outlined in the faculty handbook.
• Adhere to the responsibilities related to teaching, advising, service, and scholarly, professional, and creative activities, as outlined in the faculty handbook.
• Attend and participate on committees and in the department, division, campus, and University meetings.
• Evening and weekend hours may be required.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge Of:

• Current theory and practice within clinical psychology.
• Principles and best practices of effective teaching.
• Applied research and methodologies commonly utilized in applied psychology.
• Current theory and practice within the subject discipline.
• Student learning outcomes and methods of assessment.
• University curricula.
• Community and campus resources, services, programs, and professionals available to students.
• Methods of gathering, analyzing, and preparing data.
• Modern computing technology.
• Record-keeping techniques about student enrollment, attendance, and progress.

Ability To:

• Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge in the subject field or discipline.
• Deliver course curricula in support of various learning styles.
• Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of students.
• Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the needs of students with disabilities.
• Integrate current and emerging instructional delivery technologies into the learning process to enhance teaching and the educational experience.
• Maintain professional standards that protect student confidentiality.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Mentor a diverse population of students.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Work constructively with their colleagues and to treat faculty, staff, administrators, and students with respect and professionalism.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt practical courses of action.
• Demonstrate commitment to professional excellence and continuous growth within-subject field or discipline.
• Either proven or presumptive potential for satisfactorily fulfilling a faculty member's duties and responsibilities and making significant contributions to the University community.

Minimum Qualifications: A PhD or PsyD degree in Clinical Psychology or Counseling Psychology from a regionally accredited institution at the time of appointment (ABD applications are accepted).

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to applicants from APA-accredited doctoral programs in clinical or counseling psychology.

Licenses and Other Requirements: Licensed or license-eligible to practice as a psychologist in California within three years of employment.

Physical Abilities: Detect to understand appropriate written correspondence; communicate clearly to exchange information in person and via the telephone or video; operate a computer and other office productivity machinery; stationary position for extended periods of time; move or transport light objects; position self to store and/or retrieve files.

Working Environment: Indoor classroom environment; subject to visiting a variety of classroom sites on campus.

Hiring Range: $82,000-$95,000
Posting Number: Faculty001172020
Open Date: 07/21/2025
Close Date: 10/12/2025

Application Procedure/Special Instructions: Interviews are scheduled to begin Fall 2025. The committee will begin reviewing applications on Monday, October 13th. Cover letter that specifically addresses whether you are applying for the Assistant Professor position or the Associate Professor position. The letter should also describe how you meet the qualifications of the position and how you are prepared to support the HSI designation of Cal Lutheran and adapt to the needs of underrepresented and first-generation students. The Associate Professor position requires having achieved this rank at another institution and a minimum of six years of full-time teaching with at least five years teaching at the rank of Assistant Professor. Curriculum vitae/resume. Statement of teaching philosophy that addresses your experience and/or motivation to teach and mentor underrepresented and first-generation students. As part of this statement, describe which of the applied and scientific foundation/research areas needing coverage you could teach and your relevant experience and/or qualifications in the area(s). Statement of research including how you would involve graduate students in your research program. Inclusive Excellence Statement: Please submit a statement regarding your awareness of inclusion and equity as it pertains to the clinical, research, and professional practice of psychology. If you are not yet licensed as a psychologist in California, please submit a timeline demonstrating your plan for becoming licensed within three years of employment.

California Lutheran University is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment for all persons, regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable law. No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any program, activity or facility of the University on the basis of these factors in a manner consistent with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, ordinances, orders and rules, and University's policies, procedures, and processes. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process can be provided to individuals with qualifying disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department for further information or to request an accommodation.