"Assistant Professor in Clinical/Clinical-Developmental Psychology"

The Department of Psychology in the Faculty of Health at York University invites highly qualified applicants for an Assistant Professor position in Clinical/Clinical-Developmental Psychology, with a specialization in Mental Health with Indigenous Peoples and Communities. This is a tenure-track appointment to the Professorial Stream to commence July 1, 2026.

We seek a scholar whose work is grounded in Indigenous knowledges and who has experience with service delivery and/or community-based research involving Indigenous children, youth, adults, and/or families. The successful candidate will engage in scholarship related to mental health and well-being in Indigenous communities, including but not limited to areas such as cultural continuity, resilience and strength, or mental health difficulties.

Recognizing the underrepresentation of Indigenous faculty, this position is open only to qualified scholars who identify as Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (i.e., First Nations, Inuit, or Métis). The appointment is part of the University’s Affirmative Action program, which is based on the special program provisions of the Ontario Human Rights Code. To be considered, applicants must identify as an Indigenous Person of Turtle Island and complete the Affirmative Action self-identification form.

Candidate Qualifications:

• Degree: A relevant doctorate in psychology or a related field (PhD, PsyD, EdD, or DPhil) by the appointment’s start date. Preference will be given to candidates who are registered or eligible for registration as a Psychologist with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario or in another jurisdiction.
• Scholarship: A coherent and well-articulated program of research related to mental health and well-being in Indigenous Peoples or Communities; a record or evident promise of generating innovative, substantive, rigorous, and externally funded research; a record or evident promise of making influential contributions and demonstrating excellence in the field; experience with service delivery and/or community-based research involving Indigenous children, youth, adults, families, and/or communities.
• Teaching: A record or evident promise of teaching, mentoring or engaging with Indigenous Peoples or Communities; a record or evident promise of excellence in teaching and dedication to students; suitability for appointment to the Faculty of Graduate Studies.

Hiring Policies: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. All positions are subject to budgetary approval. York is an Affirmative Action employer and strongly values diversity.

Application Process: Due date for completed applications is December 23, 2025. Required materials include: cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, teaching statement, one to three reprints or preprints, and contact information for three referees (one must be community-based). Submit materials at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HH_PSYC_Clin. Direct questions to Dr. Jonathan Weiss at jonweiss@yorku.ca.