Psychology, Tenure Track Assistant/Associate Professor (Counseling)

Special Instructions to Applicants
Review of applications has begun and we will continue to fully consider new applications until the position is filled. Contact Dr. Ashley Jones to inquire about the position at ac.jones@usm.edu. A completed application will include 1) a cover letter describing strengths and qualifications for the position, 2) a CV, 3) names and contact information for three references (letters will be requested following initial review), and 4) academic transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable).

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Job Summary
The School of Psychology at the University of Southern Mississippi (USM) invites applicants for two, full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor positions beginning August 2026 (one position is designated Assistant/ Associate). This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic scientist-practitioner, Counseling Psychology training program in the School of Psychology, including an APA-accredited doctoral  program, an MPCAC-accredited Counseling Psychology master’s program, and an undergraduate psychology major. Our faculty have established records of scholarship in career development, parenting, anger and aggression, and forensic psychology. The Counseling Psychology programs emphasize research mentorship and training in evidence-based practices. Research and applied interests are open; opportunities for program leadership in our MS Counseling Psychology program are available to experienced applicants interested in the Assistant/ Associate position. Doctoral students provide psychological services through the Center for Behavioral Health (CBH), an integrated in-house training clinic staffed by students and faculty from the School, Counseling, and Clinical Psychology training programs. The CBH serves clientele from the campus and community and allows for close supervision of student clinicians by program faculty. Graduate students also complete community-based supervised experiences (e.g., community mental health, inpatient and residential treatment, VA hospitals). We hope to recruit applicants interested in providing in-load, clinical supervision of practicum students, as well as mentoring graduate student research. Though Mississippi does not require postdoctoral hours for licensure, opportunities for peer supervision during the licensure process are available from licensed faculty. Additional research mentoring provides support through the tenure and promotion process. Visa support for international applicants is not available.

The Counseling Psychology program is one of four doctoral programs in the School of Psychology. The School of Psychology has approximately 600 undergraduate majors and 125 graduate students across three APA-accredited doctoral programs (Counseling, Clinical, and School), a doctoral program in Experimental Psychology, and an MPCAC-accredited master’s program in Counseling Psychology. Qualified applicants will be prepared to contribute to the teaching mission of the School of Psychology at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and be prepared to develop an active research program. More information can be found at www.usm.edu/psychology.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities  

1. Develop and maintain a robust program of research.
2. Teach undergraduate and graduate classes, including graduate level practicum courses.
3. Obtain licensure in the state of Mississippi (note that MS does not require postdoctoral hours).
4. Seek extramural funding.
5. Contribute to the mission of the university and profession through service activities.
6. Perform other duties as assigned.