"Assistant Professor - Clinical Psychology"

Assistant Professor - Clinical Psychology

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) Department of Psychology in the College for Health, Community and Policy invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Clinical Psychology.

The University of Texas at San Antonio

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

College

UT San Antonio's College for Health, Community and Policy trains students to develop solutions for complex social issues to improve the well-being of our communities. By engaging directly with the City of San Antonio and other key community partners, students and faculty live the college's mission to advance human health every day. The college is comprised of seven academic departments and one program —criminology and criminal justice, kinesiology, nutrition and dietetics, psychology, public administration, public health, social work and sociology and demography —as well as the Center for Applied Community and Policy Research, the Center for Community Based and Applied Health Research, the Institute for Demographic and Socioeconomic Research and the Institute for Health Disparities Research. HCAP includes nearly 200 faculty and 7,000 students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees. Visit the College for Health, Community and Policy website to learn more.

Department

The Department of Psychology, located in the College for Health, Community and Policy, hosts one of the largest majors on campus (over 2,200 students) and offers degree programs at the BA, MS, and PhD level. Students at each level have opportunities to assist in faculty research. Our 22 tenured and tenure-track faculty and 5 fixed-term, full-time teaching faculty represent many of the traditional subfields of Psychology and bridge between areas. Psychology faculty have a history of collaboration with researchers at the US Army Research Institute as well as various industry and community partners. The department also has strong ties to the integrated academic medical center, UT Health Science Center at San Antonio, as well as TX Biomed, Veterans Administration, Pearson Testing Company, San Antonio Military Medical Center (including Brooke Army Medical Center), the Institute for Army Surgical Research, and the STRONG STAR Consortium. For more about the department, please visit our department website.

Position Summary

Clinical Psychology, Assistant-level (tenure-track): Outstanding candidates in clinical psychology are invited to apply for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level that will begin in August 2026. This position is expected to contribute to the department's anticipated Clinical Psychology PhD program (estimated start date in Fall 2026 or Fall 2027, pending approvals). Areas of specialty are open, but there is a strong preference for candidates with a thorough background in empirically supported assessment and treatment. We would welcome a new colleague who can collaborate within current departmental areas of strength, including but not limited to traumatic stress, assessment, forensic psychology, military health, substance misuse, suicide prevention, couple and family relationships, cognition, and health, as well as someone who can expand our expertise and training opportunities into new areas.

Candidates, regardless of research emphasis, should be able to teach courses within the core areas of the Clinical Psychology curriculum (e.g., clinical interviewing/assessment, empirically supported interventions, ethics, psychopathology). Preferred candidates will bridge or buttress undergraduate and non-clinical graduate programs to meet departmental needs (e.g., clinical psychologist with expertise in biopsychology/physiological psychology, developmental/lifespan psychology, social psychology, personality psychology, research methods, statistics). The Department of Psychology fosters an excellent research and mentoring environment for faculty. Salary and start-up packages for the position are highly competitive.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology or a closely related field awarded by 8/1/2026 from an APA- or PCSAS-accredited program.
• Candidates should have a strong record of innovative methodologically rigorous research.
• Clear potential for obtaining extramural funding.
• Ability to be an effective teacher at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to work effectively with and be sensitive to the educational needs of students, while actively promoting student success.
• All areas of specialization within clinical psychology will be considered.
• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates who are licensed or license-eligible in Texas are preferred to assist with clinical supervision in the planned Clinical Psychology PhD program.
• Those with interests and/or experience in community-engaged research are desired as the Department, College, and University (which has a Carnegie Community Engagement classification) are committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve.

Application Process

Candidates must submit:

• Current curriculum vitae (CV).
• Cover letter (3-page limit); please outline interest in the specific position and working at UT San Antonio, as well as relevant experience.
• A research statement (3-page limit).
• A teaching statement (3-page limit).
• Copies of 1 to 3 publications (or pre-prints) of candidate's research.
• Complete contact information for 3 professional references.

Questions about the application can be addressed to Dr. Nora Charles, Faculty Search Committee Chairperson at nora.charles@utsa.edu.

Applications will be accepted until filled. However, to ensure the fullest consideration, please submit your materials no later than November 15, 2025. The full recruitment announcement, including application requirements can be found at: https://www.utsa.edu/people-excellence/careers/faculty-positions.html

This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.