Assistant Professor, Psychology

Assistant Professor, Psychology

The Department of Psychology at Lamar University invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Psychology position beginning Fall 2027. The area of specialization is open, and candidates from all areas of psychology are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in Clinical Psychology and qualifications to supervise graduate student clinical practicum experiences in the department's onsite clinic. Additional consideration will be given to candidates capable of teaching Behavioral Neuroscience at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Successful candidates will:

• Teach undergraduate and graduate psychology courses consistent with departmental needs and the candidate's area of expertise, including courses such as General Psychology, Statistics, Research Methods, Biological Basis of Behavior, and Behavioral Neuroscience.
• Maintain an active program of research and scholarship that engages undergraduate and graduate students.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate student research and scholarly activities.
• Serve on master's thesis committees and support graduate student academic success.
• Participate in departmental, college, university, and professional service activities.
• Contribute to a collegial and student-centered learning environment.

Special Note: We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Essential Job Functions

• Teach undergraduate and graduate psychology courses and employ effective instructional strategies while maintaining a 4/4 teaching load during the fall and spring semesters.
• Maintain an active program of research and scholarship, including the mentoring of undergraduate and graduate student research.
• Participate in departmental, college, university, and professional service activities.
• Serve on graduate student thesis committees and support graduate student academic success.

Minimum and Desired Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D./Psy.

D. in Clinical Psychology or a related clinical field.

• Demonstrated potential for effective teaching at the university level.
• Evidence of scholarly achievement or potential for sustained research productivity.

Desired Qualifications:

• Eligibility for licensure or current licensure
• Teaching experience in higher education.
• Record of scholarly publications and presentations.
• Expertise in clinical psychology, social psychology, or developmental psychology.
• Experience obtaining external funding or participating in grant-funded projects.

Supplemental Information

Key Competencies:

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to implement effective and innovative teaching strategies.
• Ability to maintain active program of research.
• Demonstrated commitment to service to the university, profession, and community.

Physical

Requirements

• Ability to perform duties typical of a faculty position, including teaching, presenting, using computer technology, and attending meetings and events.

• Job Conditions: University academic setting, including classrooms, laboratories, offices, and remote learning environments as applicable.

• Pay Range: Commensurate

• Required Documents: The following documents are required for your application to be considered complete.

• Teaching Philosophy

• Curriculum Vita

• Research / Teaching Statement

• Cover Letter

• Finalists for this position are subject to a criminal history background check, employment history check, and off-list reference checks. Applicants are required to sign an authorization for release of prior employment records to Lamar University. We will only contact prior employers and off-list references for finalists.

Who We Are:

• Home to more than 18,000 students, Lamar University is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 120-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University strives to educate leaders, demonstrate excellence in student learning and career readiness, and pursue research with relevance.

• Lamar University is committed to fostering an environment of teamwork where all students, faculty, and staff can learn, work, and become a part of our community.

Benefits

• Health, dental & vision insurance

• Life insurance

• State of Texas Retirement plans

• Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents

• Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays

• To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Benefits - Lamar University

• Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

• Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

• This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Education

• Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.