Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor in Psychology
College/School/Unit: College of Liberal Arts
Department: Department of Psychology
Posted: Jun 24, 2026
Apply By: Open until filled
Description
The Department of Psychology at The University of Texas at Austin
invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure-track
faculty position at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor or
Clinical Associate Professor, to begin January or August 2027. We
seek a highly qualified clinician-educator with a strong commitment
to evidence-based clinical practice and training.
Overview
The Clinical Psychology program at The University of Texas at
Austin follows a clinical science model and is aligned with the
principles of the Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation
System (PCSAS), emphasizing the integration of rigorous scientific
training with high-quality, evidence-based clinical practice.
This role centers on training graduate students in evidence-based
clinical practice within a clinical science model and offers the
opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a strong and
collaborative training environment. The successful candidate will
contribute to our Clinical Psychology Ph.D. program primarily
through psychological assessment training, clinical supervision,
undergraduate and graduate teaching, and program service.
Responsibilities will include:
- Teaching graduate-level courses, including some combination of
intellectual, ADHD, personality, neuropsychological and related
assessment topics
Teaching undergraduate courses aligned with departmental
priorities and the candidate's expertise.
Providing clinical supervision in psychological assessment with
emphasis on integrated report writing, case conceptualization, and
diagnostic formulation.
Contributing to graduate clinical training in evidence-based
psychotherapy, consistent with program needs and the candidate's
expertise.
Participating in program service, including admissions,
evaluation of clinical competencies, re-accreditation procedures,
and curricular development.
Helping maintain a strong, collaborative training
environment.
The 9-month instructional load is three courses in each long
semester and will include a combination of classroom instruction
and clinical supervision. Initial professional-track faculty
appointments are typically for one year and may be renewed based on
performance for up to three years at which time the position will
be reviewed.
About the Department
The Department of Psychology is committed to fostering a culture of
excellence in teaching, training, and collegial engagement.
Clinical Track faculty benefit from a clear career ladder,
representation on the Executive Committee, and active participation
in the intellectual and service life of the department. Faculty in
these roles are evaluated primarily on teaching and clinical
supervision and secondarily on contributions in areas such as
research, mentorship, and service. Many build long-term, rewarding
careers in the department.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology or a closely related
field from an APA- or PCSAS-accredited program
- Completion of an APA-accredited internship
- Licensed or license eligible as a psychologist in Texas by the
start date
- Demonstrated expertise in psychological assessment, including
cognitive, intellectual, ADHD, personality, neuropsychological,
and/or diagnostic evaluations
- Experience in supervising graduate students in psychological
assessment, case conceptualization, and integrated report
writing
- Commitment to evidence-based practice, clinical science
principles, and graduate clinical training
- Evidence of effectiveness in teaching and/or clinical
supervision
- Availability to work full-time in person in Austin, Texas
Preferred Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology
- Formal training and/or expertise in one or more specialty
areas, including neuropsychological assessment, forensic
assessment, complex differential diagnosis, health psychology,
behavioral medicine, or related areas of practice
- Expertise in adult and lifespan neuropsychological assessment,
forensic assessment, and/or complex differential diagnosis, with
primary clinical experience in adult populations
- Experience providing and supervising evidence-based
psychotherapy, including group modalities
- Experience teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate
levels
- Commitment to culturally responsive assessment and intervention
and experience acros clinical populations
- Interest in contributing to interdisciplinary training
initiatives across the Department of Psychology
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit the following materials:
- Cover letter describing clinical, teaching, and supervision
experience
- Curriculum vitae
- Teaching statement (fewer than 3 pages, including approach to
assessment training)
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., evaluations,
syllabi)
- Names and contact information for three references who can
speak to teaching and clinical competence
Review of applications will begin on August 15, 2026, and continue
until the position is filled.
Salary will be commensurate with rank and qualifications.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal
opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all
applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and
affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of
equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the
basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability,
religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and
activities, and admissions.
To apply, visit https://faculty.utexas.edu/career/186288
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