Taylor's University has risen to 27th in the QS Asia University Rankings 2026, securing its place among Asia's Top 30 universities while retaining its position as Southeast Asia's No. 1 private university for the fifth consecutive year. Ranked among the world's top 1% of universities, this achievement reflects Taylor's unwavering commitment to academic excellence, impactful research, and transformative education.
As part of our continued expansion, Taylor’s School of Liberal Arts and Sciences invites applications for full-time academic appointments at Associate Professor levels in Clinical Psychology.
Join a school where education meets industry and graduates become global leaders.
Responsibilities
Teaching & Learning
- Undertake teaching and teaching related duties such as design, preparation and development of teaching materials; conduct classes/lectures, tutorials and practicals; consultation with students, invigilation, marking and assessment
- Participate and contribute in high quality programme and curriculum development
- Plan and implement teaching strategies to optimise student learning as well as to motivate them
- Support postgraduate students in research project work and scholarship, as well as provide clinical supervision to postgraduate students
- Establish and maintain high standards of teaching and effective learning to meet the University’s teaching and learning expectations
Research
- Participate in scholarly activities, including undertaking research, conference presentation, journal publications and relevant community work
- Support efforts to secure grants for research activities and scholarship as co-researcher
- Achieve the specified set of research outcome targets for Associate Professor level of appointment
Administration and Other Activities
- Undertake and contribute in administrative responsibilities such as attending departmental meetings, participate in committees and working groups within the Department, School and Faculty
- Participate in continuous relevant professional activities
- Assist in establishing linkages with external organisations / professional bodies in academic related matters
Minimum Requirements for Associate Professor
- Possess a PhD or Doctorate in Clinical Psychology with at least five (5) years teaching experience in higher education
- Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or Clinical Psychology
- Hold current registration and/or licensure as a Clinical Psychologist with the relevant national regulatory authority (e.g., Malaysian Allied Health Professions Council (MAHPC), Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), UK, State Psychology Licensing Board (USA), Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA/AHPRA) with Clinical Psychology Area of Practice Endorsement, or Singapore Register of Psychologists (SRP)).
- Preferably hold current membership with a recognised psychology professional body (e.g., Malaysian Society of Clinical Psychology (MSCP), British Psychological Society (BPS), American Psychological Association (APA), Australian Psychological Society (APS) / Australia Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA), or Singapore Psychological Society (SPS)).
- Experience in providing clinical supervision is an added advantage
- Demonstrated leadership experience in academia and/or professional clinical practice.
- Demonstrated proficiency in innovative teaching methodologies and the effective use
- Strong research track record:
- h-index ≥ 5 (preferred)
- Main Supervisor for ≥ 2 PhD graduates
- ≥ 3 publications in Q1 and Q2 journals (ISI, SCOPUS,Clarivate) in the last 5 years
- Secured ≥ RM75k–RM100k in research grants as PI
What We Offer
At Taylor’s, we believe in supporting our academics holistically—professionally and personally. You will enjoy: A vibrant and diverse academic community with strong international collaborations
- Opportunities for research funding and industry partnerships
- Professional development and career progression pathways
- Supportive environment for grant applications, IP, and innovation
- Access to world-class facilities, digital resources, and a modern learning ecosystem
- A culture of innovation and collaboration that empowers you to shape the future of education
- Competitive remuneration package with benefits such as healthcare coverage, annual leave, wellness initiatives, and tuition discounts for employees’ children
To help us get to know your background better, kindly include (where applicable):
- Publications in ISI/Scopus/Clarivate over the last five (5) years, with journal ranking (Q1, Q2, etc.)
- Your years of teaching and/or industry experience
- Scopus h-index
- Details of research grant(s) secured as Principal Investigator (title and total amount)
- Number of PhD and/or Master’s students successfully supervised
- Any Intellectual Property (IP) you may hold (patents, copyrights, trademarks)
How to Apply
We’re excited about your interest in joining us!
Please send your detailed resume to taylent@taylors.edu.my with the subject line: Application for Associate Professor - Clinical Psychology.
We look forward to learning more about you and your achievements!