F0307 - Assistant or Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology

DHRM • Norfolk, VA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Norfolk State University seeks a dynamic, innovative clinical psychology faculty member committed to excellence in clinical practice, instruction, and doctoral training. The position involves teaching core and other assigned courses, advancing empirically supported clinical knowledge, mentoring students in the Clinical Psychology Ph.D. program, maintaining an active research program, and contributing to undergraduate education. Additional clinically focused responsibilities may be integrated into the role. Support for obtaining licensure as a Clinical Psychologist in Virginia may be available. The successful candidate is expected to serve as an engaged role model and foster an inclusive, collaborative, and supportive academic environment. The role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

The selected candidate will teach undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral courses; supervise, mentor, and advise students in research and clinical practice, including chairing and serving on dissertation committees; and contribute to the department’s and university’s academic development. The candidate will participate in departmental, college, and university service, governance, and academic development, and will integrate current empirically supported standards and practices into teaching, research, and clinical training.

The minimum qualification is a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology. Candidates must have a record of ethically based clinical practice using empirically supported theories and practices, experience as a clinician, supervisor, and graduate-level instructor, and expertise in at least one clinical psychology area. Candidates must be licensed or license-eligible in Virginia and commit to completing this requirement within one year of hire. Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, professional statement, transcripts, and three professional references. The position is based at Norfolk State University in Norfolk, Virginia. Application review begins November 30, 2026, and continues until the position is filled.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology.
• Demonstrated record of ethically based clinical practice evidenced by use of empirically supported theories and practices.
• Experience as a clinician, supervisor, and graduate-level instructor.
• Licensed or license-eligible in Virginia, with a commitment to completing the requirement within one year of hire.
• Demonstrated expertise in one or more areas of clinical psychology, such as psychopathology, assessment, psychotherapy, empirically supported clinical interventions, or applied research.
• Demonstrated capacity to supervise and mentor graduate students in both clinical practice and research.

Nice To Haves

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Evidence of effective teaching at the undergraduate level.
• Demonstrated success as an accomplished researcher, administrator, and/or competitive grant writer.
• Experience or interest in clinical training, interdisciplinary research, community partnerships, or applied departmental initiatives.
• Clinical or research specialization focused on traditionally underserved populations or mental health equity.
• Experience or strong interest in teaching graduate-level coursework including Psychopathology, Psychological Assessment (intellectual and personality), Clinical Practice and Ethics, and Empirically Supported Therapies and Techniques such as CBT, ACT, trauma-informed care, or strengths-based approaches.
• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for all students regardless of background.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral courses in psychology.
• Maintain a demonstrated record of ethically based clinical practice and/or research across administrative, supervisory, direct-service, and instructional roles.
• Review, facilitate, and integrate current empirically supported standards and practices into teaching, research, and clinical training.
• Supervise, mentor, and advise graduate and undergraduate students in research and clinical practice, including serving on and chairing dissertation committees.
• Advance an active research program and empirically supported clinical knowledge.
• Contribute to the academic development and success of the Department and University.
• Participate in Department, College, and University service, governance, and academic development.
• Cultivate an inclusive, collaborative, and supportive academic environment.
• Contribute to undergraduate education and doctoral training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree