F0054 - Psychology Department Chair, Associate or Full Professor
About The Position
Norfolk State University seeks a dynamic, visionary leader to serve as Psychology Department Chair in the College of Liberal Arts. The three-year chair term may be renewed. The role calls for a strong record of scholarship, teaching, and administrative experience, and includes teaching undergraduate and graduate psychology courses and mentoring graduate students. Course release time is provided each semester according to departmental need. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applications will be reviewed beginning November 30, 2026, and accepted until the position is filled. The Department of Psychology offers undergraduate and graduate programs with strengths in general psychology, cyberpsychology, and clinical psychology. Its faculty are active scholars focused on innovative research, student mentorship, community partnerships, and an inclusive academic environment. Applicants must submit a Commonwealth of Virginia state application, current CV, cover letter addressing teaching philosophy, research agenda, leadership experience, and vision for departmental growth, research statement, transcripts of the highest degree conferred, and three professional references. Candidates must also include a statement reflecting their philosophy and experience working with initiatives, students, or communities from underrepresented populations.
Requirements
- Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Psychology from an accredited institution.
- Academic credentials appropriate for appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor.
- Demonstrated leadership experience in higher education, such as serving as a Program Director, Associate Chair, or Committee Chair.
- Strong, documented record of research, teaching, and service.
Nice To Haves
- History of successful grant acquisition.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and the department’s mission.
- Specialization in Clinical Neuropsychology, Developmental, Cognitive, Affective, Biological, Clinical Child/Adolescent, Clinical Health, Forensic Psychology, or Trauma and related disorders.
- Evidence of impactful community partnerships and external engagement.
- Proven supervisory, program management, and leadership development skills.
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and vision for the department.
- Foster faculty development and research excellence through mentoring and support.
- Guide, evaluate, assess, and promote academic programming and department operations.
- Coordinate, assign, and serve on departmental and college committees, including curriculum and assessment committees.
- Manage departmental budgeting, staffing, and resource allocation transparently and accountably.
- Cultivate an inclusive, collaborative departmental culture and nurture interdisciplinary relationships across the university.
- Engage with external partners and represent the department within the college, university, and broader community.
- Teach undergraduate and graduate psychology courses and mentor graduate students.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
