Assistant Professor in Clinical Psychology

• Position Title:*Assistant Professor in Clinical Psychology
• Job Posting Number:*2026003TTL
• Job Location:*San Marcos
• Department:*Psychology
• Position Description:*The [Department of Psychology](https://www.psych.txst.edu/) at Texas State University is seeking a tenure-track *Assistant Professor* in *Clinical Psychology *with* *expertise in quantitative methods and/or aging is preferred (although all specializations in clinical psychology will be considered).
  
  

The successful *Assistant Professor* candidate will be expected to: 1) develop and maintain an active research program that incorporates both undergraduate and graduate students; 2) teach undergraduate- and graduate-level courses relevant to clinical psychology; 3) supervise graduate theses/dissertations; 4) actively seek and maintain external funding; 5) have or obtain licensure to practice clinical psychology in the state of Texas and maintain licensure; and 6) participate in service as a good departmental citizen.

Positions are subject to availability of funds.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Clinical Psychology by the time of appointment.
• Scholarship productivity and record of scholarly publications (evaluated in relation to time since completion of the doctoral degree).
• Evidence of, or potential for, incorporating students into the research program.
• Licensed or license eligible in the state of Texas
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Specialization in quantitative methods and/or aging (although all specializations in clinical psychology will be considered).
• Evidence of, or potential for, securing external research funding.
• Quality collegiate teaching experience.
  
  

*Application Procedures:**Only applications submitted for this specific posting through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered: *[https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/53197](https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/53197)* *

Please Submit The Following By October 1, 2025

• Cover letter
• Current curriculum vitae
• Statement addressing applicant's qualifications and research interests
• Representative publications
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness
• Unofficial transcripts
  
  

As part of our application process, we are requesting contact information for three (3) academic references who can provide insight into your skills and experiences. Please include the names and email addresses for your references in the Reference Letter section of the employment application.*Proposed Start Date:*Fall 2026

• Posting Date:*06/12/2025
• Review Date:*10/01/2025
• Close Date:*10/01/2025
• Open Until Filled?:*No
• Legal Notices:*Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.
  
  

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre-employment, and then subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.

• Reasonable Accommodation:*If you experience accessibility issues or require alternative formatting during the application process due to a disability or underlying condition, we request that you contact Talent Acquisition for assistance. A representative from [Talent Acquisition](https://www.hr.txst.edu/talent-acquisition) will respond to you as soon as possible.
• Record Checks and Verifications:*Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
• Eligibility for Employment:*Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.
• Why Work at Texas State?:*Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines and a spirit of inclusiveness, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.
• Quick Link:*[https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/52946](https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/52946)