"Open Rank Faculty Positions in Clinical Psychological Science"

Job Summary

Position Description

The Department of Psychology in the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences (BBS) at The University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas) is adding two full-time tenure track positions (open rank) with a focus in psychological clinical science. We invite applicants with strong programs of research and who have strengths in applying novel methodological or analytical approaches to their work. A successful candidate should be well-funded or have high potential for funding. A sophisticated line of research related to psychopathology or clinical science that connects in some way to that of current departmental faculty or augments and extends existing programs is essential. Preference for one of the positions will be given for complementing existing department strengths in child development and/or expertise in early childhood disorders or child psychopathology. Additionally, we are particularly interested in candidates whose research agenda emphasizes achieving representative samples in research, particularly regarding the influence of social and cultural factors on psychopathology and disparities in mental health access and/or outcomes. Responsibilities include contributions to clinical training, research mentorship, and undergraduate and/or graduate level courses in psychological clinical science. Both positions will serve as core faculty in the psychological clinical science concentration, which is accredited by the Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation System (PCSAS) and is the first program in the nation to receive approval under PCSAS's process for newly established programs.

The appointment commences for the fall 2026 semester.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience: A PhD or equivalent doctoral degree from an accredited program and a demonstrated commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and service is required prior to appointment. Postdoctoral training is desirable. Candidates are expected to demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, engaging, and dynamic environment comprised of individuals with a range of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives. We are seeking candidates able to produce research and scholarly or creative achievements that enhance the program and the discipline, and able to deliver high quality teaching using evidence-based practices to effectively engage students from a range of backgrounds and experiences. Candidates are expected to demonstrate clear potential for (at the Assistant Professor rank), or an existing track record of, obtaining and maintaining extramural research funding.

Minimum Qualifications

An earned graduate degree appropriate to the academic discipline and a record of productivity and professional achievement.

Preferred Education and Experience

Preferred candidates will be researchers with a diverse portfolio of funded research or high potential for funded research. A PhD or equivalent in Psychology, Clinical Psychological Science or a related discipline.

Application Instructions

Applicants should upload the following via the online application:

• Full curriculum vitae and cover letter summarizing their interests and qualifications for the position.
• Statement of teaching philosophy describing their conceptualizations of teaching and learning, and teaching and assessment methods, and how their teaching practices will engage students from a range of backgrounds and experiences.
• Research statement describing past, present, and future research, including how they mentor (or will mentor) student researchers and foster (or will foster) collaborative research environments.
• Full contact information for at least three academic or professional references.

Priority will be given to completed applications received by December 1st. Reviews will continue until the position is filled or the search is closed on March 1, 2026.