F0054 - Psychology Department Chair, Associate or Full Professor

DHRM•Norfolk, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Norfolk State University seeks a dynamic, visionary leader with a strong record of scholarship, teaching, and administrative experience to guide its growing Psychology Department. The position is within the College of Liberal Arts and includes a three-year term as chair, with the possibility of reappointment. The chair will also teach undergraduate and graduate psychology courses and mentor graduate students; course release time is provided each semester based on 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. Faculty are active scholars committed to high-impact practices, including innovative research, student mentorship, community partnerships, and an inclusive academic environment.

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 experience 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 with transparency and accountability.
Cultivate an inclusive, collaborative departmental culture, nurture interdisciplinary relationships across the university, and engage external partners.
Represent the department within the college, university, and broader community.
Teach undergraduate and graduate psychology courses and mentor graduate students.