Assistant Professor, Psychology

Lamar University•Beaumont, TX

About The Position

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. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate psychology courses consistent with departmental needs and their area of expertise, maintain an active program of research and scholarship that engages students, mentor student research, serve on master’s thesis committees, support graduate student academic success, and participate in service activities. The position carries a 4/4 teaching load during fall and spring semesters and contributes to a collegial, student-centered learning environment. The position is based in a university academic setting, including classrooms, laboratories, offices, and remote learning environments as applicable. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future; visa sponsorship is unavailable. Finalists are subject to criminal history and employment history checks and off-list reference checks, and must authorize release of prior employment records.

Requirements

Ph.D. or 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.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to implement effective and innovative teaching strategies.
Ability to maintain an active program of research.
Demonstrated commitment to service to the university, profession, and community.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

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.
Clinical Psychology expertise and qualifications to supervise graduate student clinical practicum experiences in the department's onsite clinic are preferred.
Capability to teach Behavioral Neuroscience at undergraduate and graduate levels is given additional consideration.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and graduate psychology courses, including courses such as General Psychology, Statistics, Research Methods, Biological Basis of Behavior, and Behavioral Neuroscience, as appropriate to departmental needs and expertise.
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 mentoring undergraduate and graduate student research.
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.