"Assistant Professor - Psychological Sciences"

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Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Psychological Sciences

The University of Wisconsin-River Falls Department of Psychological Sciences invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Clinical/Counseling Psychology. Principal responsibilities will include teaching courses in our Mental Health Option, including Introduction to Clinical Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, and other courses depending on the candidate’s specific area of expertise. Candidates should be able to teach other courses supporting the general departmental curriculum.

Candidates are expected to develop and maintain a research program that involves undergraduate students. In Spring 2026, UW-River Falls will open a new Science and Technology Innovation Center (SciTech) that will house Psychological Sciences as well as Chemistry, Physics, and Biology. Departmental facilities include dedicated spaces and state of the art equipment for behavioral research.

Faculty are also expected to mentor and advise students and provide service to the department and university.

The position is a nine-month, full-time, tenure-track faculty position, with a teaching load of twelve credits per semester. The appointment begins August 2026. Compensation is based on qualifications, including education and experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Effectively teach courses in our Mental Health Option, including Introduction to Clinical Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, and other courses depending on the candidate’s specific area of expertise.
• Effectively teach other courses supporting the general departmental curriculum (e.g., General Psychology, Research Methods, Behavioral Statistics).
• Develop and maintain a research program that involves undergraduate students.
• Serve as a faculty mentor and academic advisor to undergraduate students.
• Contribute through service to the department, college, university, and/or wider community.

Required Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Clinical/Counseling Psychology (PhD, EdD, or PsyD) or closely related field at the time of appointment.
• Experience teaching and/or preparation to effectively teach courses in our Mental Health Option, including Introduction to Clinical Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, and other courses depending on the candidate’s specific area of expertise.
• Experience teaching and/or preparation to effectively teach other courses supporting the general departmental curriculum (e.g., General Psychology, Research Methods, Behavioral Statistics).
• Demonstrated commitment to quality undergraduate teaching and pedagogical development.
• Experience with and/or preparation for developing and maintaining a research program involving undergraduate students.

How to Apply:

Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide: Curriculum Vitae, Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter), A statement, not to exceed five pages in length, describing: 1. Your teaching interests, experience, and philosophy, including any evidence of successful teaching and teaching development at the college level. 2. Your research and scholarly activity, including a summary of research experience and research plans appropriate for a predominantly undergraduate institution. Unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts (official copies of transcripts will be required if hired). Names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of at least three references who can specifically comment upon your teaching ability, experience and professional preparation (references).

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Questions should be directed to: Travis Tubre, Search Chair, travis.tubre@uwrf.edu.

Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before November 7, 2025.