Assistant or Associate Professor

Palo Alto University • Palo Alto, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Psychology Department philosophy and mission are aligned with PAU’s vision that through insight into human behavior we can improve well-being and contribute to more just and inclusive communities. The department houses two APA-accredited doctoral programs (a PhD in Clinical Psychology program and the PAU-Stanford PsyD Consortium, a joint PsyD program with the Department of Psychiatry at Stanford University), and a master's program in Psychology. Through classroom instruction, clinical practice, and research, we aspire to prepare students to address emerging issues in the mental health field. The department has seven areas of emphasis: LGBTQ+, Pediatric Behavioral Health, Diversity and Community Mental Health (DCMH), Forensic,, Neuropsychology, and Trauma. PAU operates an in-house community clinic, The Clinics @ PAU, and advanced students are placed at a wide range of clinical training sites in the Bay Area, including VA Medical Centers, community clinics, and schools. We aspire to teach our students to be leaders in culturally responsive mental health and mental health technology. It is our hope that incoming faculty will help us to build on our existing areas of emphasis and help build on our existing areas of emphasis, faculty expertise, and research mentorship offerings. Palo Alto University (PAU) invites applications for two (2) tenure-track faculty positions in Psychology at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor for an appointment starting Fall 2027.

Requirements

• An earned doctorate in Psychology or other closely related discipline, from an accredited institution (or foreign equivalent) is required; however, applicants nearing completion of the doctorate may be considered. For an appointment, the doctorate must be completed by the date of appointment.
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Creative and will have a strong commitment to teaching in a learner-centered environment.
• Experience of successful undergraduate and/or graduate teaching.
• Demonstrated evidence of scholarly productivity (i.e., publications, presentations, and/or grant funding).
• The ability to work well in a small, collegial environment.

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in research methods and statistics, assessment (personality, intellectual, psychometric theory).

Responsibilities

• Teach core and specialized courses in the Psychology Department.
• Demonstrate scholarly productivity, as reflected in publications, professional presentations, and/or research grants.
• Contribute to the department’s mission of providing outstanding teaching, research, and service.
• Engage with the department’s and university’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Student advising, admissions, curriculum assessment/development, and general departmental and university service.

What This Job Offers

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