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

Nature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties

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.

Other Specifications/Instructions for the Position

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.

Educational Requirements for the Position (Faculty Positions Only)

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 (Faculty Positions Only)

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.

General Requirements

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.

Hiring Salary/Recruiting Range

Commensurate with education and experience.

Department

Dept of Psychology and Philosophy