"Assistant Professor of Psychology"

Position Summary

The Arkansas State University (ASTATE) Department of Psychology and Counseling, in the College of Education and Behavioral Science, seeks an Assistant Professor of Psychology, Tenure-Track (9 months) for the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) Accredited School Psychology Track of the Educational Specialist (E.Ds.) Degree Program in Psychology and Counseling.

Duties & Responsibilities

Teaching may include, but not be limited to, the following school psychology graduate courses:

• Psychological and educational assessment
• School psychology practicum in applied settings
• Developmental and differential psychology
• Applied analysis of psychological research Professional school psychology

Other duties will include student advisement and mentoring, maintaining an active research program, service to the program, department, college, and university, and other duties as assigned.

General Days/Hours

Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Additional hours as requested and/or needed
Regular and reliable attendance

Other

Please note: All postings close at 12 A.M. CST on the closing date. A-State participates in E-Verify.

Required Documentation

Applicants must submit a (1) cover letter, (2) curriculum vita with reference list, (3) statement of teaching and research philosophy, (4) unofficial transcripts from all colleges/universities, (5) reprints of recent publications and presentations (6) three-four letters of recommendation, and (7) student course evaluations.

Review of Applications

Screening of applications will begin on November 17, 2025. Under the provisions of Arkansas’ Freedom of Information Act, applications are subject to public inspection.
Anticipated Starting Date: August 16, 2026.

Contact Information

Dr. John D. Hall
Chair of the Search and Screen School Psychology Committee
Arkansas State University
Post Office Box 1560, State University, AR 72467-1560
Email: jhall@astate.edu
Telephone: 870-972-3041

Minimum Qualifications

A earned doctoral degree from a recognized school psychology program accredited/approved by the NASP or the American Psychological Association (APA).

Applicant must be eligible for licensure as a School Psychology Specialist in Arkansas with the Arkansas Department of Education and certification as a Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP).

Eligibility for licensure as a Licensed Psychologist in Arkansas is preferred.