Assistant Professor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology

University of Pittsburgh • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

The Department of Psychology at the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for one tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Clinical Psychology, pending budgetary approval, beginning Fall 2027. The department seeks candidates with core training in Clinical Psychology whose research complements and builds on current departmental research areas, with primary interest in research on adult psychopathology. License-eligible candidates are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants are encouraged to describe how transparency, openness, and/or generalizability inform their research, and how they could contribute research and training strengths relating to varied cultures and perspectives.

The Psychology Department emphasizes excellence in research and teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels. Its 31 tenure-stream faculty offer five graduate training programs—Biological and Health, Clinical, Cognitive, Developmental, and Social—with cross-program training opportunities. The interdisciplinary nature of psychological science is reflected in faculty research, collaborations, and graduate training.

Applications are due November 13, 2026, and should include a cover letter, CV, up to three papers, names of three prospective referees, and statements of research, teaching, and service interests. These statements may describe the applicant’s motivation, approach, experience, leadership, impact, and vision in each area, including how they would support the university’s mission. Additional materials may be requested after the initial candidate review.

Requirements

• Core training in Clinical Psychology.
• Research that complements and builds upon the department's current research areas.
• Submit a cover letter, CV, up to three papers, names of three prospective referees, and statements of research, teaching, and service interests.

Nice To Haves

• Research focused on adult psychopathology.
• License eligibility.
• Research and training strengths related to varied cultures and perspectives.
• An approach to research informed by principles of transparency, openness, and/or generalizability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed