SUMMARY
Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor) in Allied Health Studies to begin in Fall 2026. The PhD Program in School and Health Service Psychology seeks a research-focused faculty member to enhance the program’s scientific foundation and national visibility. We welcome applicants from all psychological subfields aligned with the program’s mission (school, clinical, developmental,…
cognitive).
Program Highlights
- Small doctoral cohorts (6–8 students).
- Faculty receive GA support for teaching and research.
- Reduced 2–2 teaching load for active researchers.
- Collaborative, student-centered faculty culture.
- Program nearing APA accreditation.
Responsibilities
- Maintains an active, externally fundable research program.
- Teaches 2–2 doctoral-level courses annually.
- Supervises 3–5 dissertations per year.
- Mentors doctoral students in research methods, design, and dissemination.
- Collaborates with faculty to support accreditation, research initiatives, and program development.
Qualifications
- PhD in Psychology or closely related field (ABD considered with evidence of timely completion).
- Strong record of scholarly publication and clear trajectory toward external funding.
Preferred Qualifications
- Licensed or license-eligible as LSSP, LPA, or LP in Texas.
- BCBA/BCBA-D certification (if ABA focus).
- Demonstrated success mentoring graduate students and supervising research.
JOB DESCRIPTION
This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track faculty position responsible for contributing significantly to Stephen F. Austin State University’s undergraduate and/or graduate programs through teaching, scholarship/creative accomplishment, and service. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the chair.
QUALIFICATIONS
Assistant Professor:
Terminal degree in the field in which the individual will be teaching is required. ABD candidates may be considered if Ph.D. is earned prior to start date.
The rank of Assistant Professor is held by an individual who demonstrates the capability to produce research/scholarly/creative accomplishments, teach effectively, and provide service to the academic and general communities.
Associate Professor/Professor:
Terminal degree in the field in which the individual will be teaching is required.
The rank of Associate Professor is held by an individual with a proven record of research/scholarly/creative accomplishments, effective teaching, and service to the academic and general communities. The individual must demonstrate excellence in teaching and excellence in either research/scholarly/creative accomplishments or in service. An individual should have held the rank of Assistant Professor for at least three years.
The rank of Professor is held by an individual who has a sustained record of research/scholarly/creative accomplishments, effective teaching, and service to the academic and general communities and whose contributions to the profession or field are substantial and are recognized beyond the campus. The individual must demonstrate excellence in all appropriate categories: teaching, research and/or scholarly/creative accomplishments, and service. An individual should have held the rank of Associate Professor for at least three years.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Performs an equivalent of twenty-four teaching load credits (TLC) for the combined fall and spring semesters; reduction of teaching load through reassignment of duties is possible under certain circumstances.
- Engages in research/scholarly/creative and service activities at levels that are appropriate to faculty rank and departmental tenure/merit criteria.
- Provides services to the university and the profession.
- Participates in promotion review of lower-ranked faculty members within the department.
- When tenured, participates in tenure review of candidates for tenure.
- May conduct supplemental instructional activities such as independent studies, internships, advising, and thesis/dissertation supervision.
NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- May receive course load reassignment when assigned administrative duties in support of the department/college/university.
- May receive course load reassignment when assigned to prepare course material during the first semester/year when included as part of initial contract.
- May receive course load reassignment when approved to conduct research/scholarly/creative accomplishment and service which exceed normal expectations.
- May supervise the work of student and/or graduate assistants.
- May serve on departmental, college, and university committees.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.