"Assistant Professor - Clinical Psychology (Pool Search)"

Job Details

Description

The School of Psychological and Behavioral Sciences (SPBS) at Southern Illinois University Carbondale announces two openings for tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in Clinical Psychology. We are seeking two candidates who can contribute to either one or both of our two specialty tracks – Adult and Child clinical psychology. Area of research specialization is open, but candidates are expected to conduct productive and programmatic research and compete for extramural research funding. Candidates are also expected to teach undergraduate and graduate psychology courses and are expected to mentor graduate students in research. We encourage applications from individuals who are members of underrepresented groups in higher education and embody a commitment to the core values of diversity, equity, and inclusion. The anticipated starting date for both positions is August 11, 2026. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2026; applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

Examples of Duties

Candidates are expected to conduct productive and programmatic research and compete for extramural research funding. Candidates are also expected to teach undergraduate and graduate psychology courses. Competitive candidates will be able to supervise graduate students in practicum and are expected to mentor graduate students in research.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Candidates for our clinical psychology positions must receive their Ph.D. from an APA-accredited program by August 11, 2026 and should be able to supervise graduate students in practicum.

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates with interest in teaching one or more of the following graduate courses: Clinical Skills, Multicultural Psychology, Supervision, or Ethics. Postdoctoral experience and eligibility for license as a Clinical Psychologist in Illinois are preferred. We are particularly interested in applicants who can serve as a mentor and role model for students in this program which is highly diverse and values social justice.

Required Documents: Submit a letter of application, CV, research statement, and three references.

Contact: Please direct questions about any of these positions to Dr. Reza Habib, Director, School of Psychological and Behavioral Sciences at (618) 453-3528 or via email at rhabib@siu.edu.

Supplemental Information

The Clinical program is accredited by APA, and our faculty members specialize in the areas of anxiety treatment, autism, forensic psychology/corrections, parenting, violence prevention, and neuropsychology, among others. We have a university-based Clinical Center, and a Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders. There are opportunities to collaborate with our faculty at these and other university centers, as well as with rural community mental health centers, substance use and neurorehabilitation facilities, SIU School of Medicine, the Bureau of Prisons, and juvenile justice facilities. The SIU Carbondale School of Psychological and Behavioral Sciences is a vibrant and collegial academic unit that provides many opportunities for collaboration with faculty and students from programs in Behavior Analysis and Therapy (ABAI accredited MS), Brain and Cognitive Sciences, Clinical Psychology—Adult and Child (APA-accredited), and Counseling and Rehabilitation Education (CACREP-accredited MS). The school houses undergraduate majors in Psychology and minors in Psychology, Behavior Analysis, Parent Training, and Neuroscience. New faculty in the College of Health and Human Sciences are offered competitive startup packages, including graduate research assistant support, course releases, and summer salary designed to jumpstart research scholarship. Our research programs encompass school, campus, community, and national/international collaborations.

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is an R1 Opportunity University with a statewide economic impact of $2.7 billion dollars. We offer 200+ undergraduate degrees, minors and specializations, 79 master’s degrees, and 40 doctoral degrees. Our main campus is 1,136 acres, with additional acreage in University Farms, Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center, and other facilities. The university is an essential part of the city of Carbondale and an important contributor to the culture of the entire region. While Carbondale includes many of the amenities of urban life, it retains its small-town flavor. Cost of living is considerably lower in the region than similar areas elsewhere, and many employees commute from nearby counties.

The Southern Illinois region is distinct from the rest of the state, boasting considerable natural beauty including the Shawnee National Forest, many state parks, national wildlife areas, and several lakes beloved for recreation. Local foods are readily available in the area, with a variety of eateries and a growing specialized food truck presence. The area is home to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, an official wine appellation designation. The wineries extend the cultural reach of the community, hosting live music and continual art exhibits. The campus itself is a microcosm of the area, with a lake and forest on campus, as well as traditional collegiate architecture, quad, and residential halls. Students enjoy outdoor study areas as well as specialized computer labs scattered across campus, including in the three million volume Morris Library. To learn about employee benefits, employee tuition waivers, and find resources about Carbondale and the Southern Illinois region, visit: https://jobs.siu.edu/.

SIU Carbondale is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status.