"Assistant Professor Clinical Psychology (2 positions to be filled)"

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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 Professor Clinical Psychology (2 positions to be filled)

Requisition
202500137F

Rank
Assistant 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
11/07/2025

Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/45397

Refer Applicants To

Contact Name
Dr. Craig Henderson

Title
Search Committee Chair
Box 2447
Huntsville, TX 77341

Contact Phone
936-294-3601

Contact Email
ceh003@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 to fill two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in its APA-accredited doctoral program in Clinical Psychology to begin in the Fall 2026 semester. The program has maintained a strong emphasis on forensic psychology/training since its inception, which has recently expanded to include a general emphasis option for students with broader interests.

Duties will include conducting and supervising research, supervising theses and dissertations, supervising clinical practica, and teaching in the graduate (Master’s and Doctoral) and undergraduate programs in the department. These positions within the doctoral program are associated with a 2-2 workload. Candidates with demonstrated potential for extramural funding are encouraged to apply. Candidates must be committed to a student-centered approach and have a passion for teaching and mentoring all students at SHSU.

Educational Requirements for the Position

Applicants must have expertise in clinical psychology, a Doctoral degree from an American Psychological Association (APA) or Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) accredited clinical, counseling, or school psychology program, and must be eligible for licensure in the State of Texas (applicants 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 department seeks candidates with scholarly and/or clinical expertise in clinical psychology. The specific area of research is open. Particular curricular and research needs include empirically supported treatments for children and adolescents; child and adolescent assessment; neuropsychological assessment; forensic psychology; experimental design; and clinical supervision.

Other Requirements for the Position

The application will require the following materials:
Letter of interest describing alignment with the clinical psychology program at SHSU
Statement of research interests
Statement of teaching interests and philosophy
Full curriculum vita
Two representative publications
Three letters of recommendation
Note. For ABD applicants, one letter must be from your dissertation director confirming that your dissertation will be successfully defended, and all PhD requirements will be met by August 20, 2026
Transcripts for all graduate education (applicants may submit unofficial transcripts for initial screening; however, official undergraduate and graduate transcripts are required for credential review prior to hiring)
Additional materials may be requested throughout the consideration process.

Special Instructions Summary

The search committee will begin reviewing completed applications on December 1, 2025 and will continue to review applications until the position is filled. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Please feel free to contact the search Chair, Dr. Craig Henderson, at ceh003@shsu.edu or 936-294-3601 if you have any questions about the position.

Sam Houston State University is located in Huntsville in the beautiful piney woods of East Texas approximately one hour north of Houston metropolitan area. SHSU is classified as a Doctoral University: High Research Activity institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education and a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution.

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