Assistant Professor of Psychology

LSU in Shreveport (LSUS) invites applications for a full-time (9-month) tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Psychology, beginning August 2027. We seek a colleague committed to excellence in teaching, scholarly engagement, and student success in a diverse and inclusive environment.

The Department of Psychology is housed within the College of Education and Human Development and is currently comprised of 14 faculty members. The department has diverse degree offerings that include an undergraduate BS in Psychology, BS in Psychology - Applied Behavioral Analysis, and a Psychology Minor. An additional concentration in Applied Clinical Practice is currently under development. Graduate offerings include a Specialist in School Psychology program, MS in Applied Behavioral Analysis, MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, MS in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling and a Graduate Certification in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling. The Department has an active community clinic for research and training that is shared by the graduate and undergraduate programs. 

The position is based in Shreveport, Louisiana and is not a remote position. 

Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate courses in Psychology, particularly course offerings in the Applied Clinical Practice concentration, statistics, and research methods.
• Mentor students in their academic, clinical, and professional development.
• Establish a productive research agenda and engage in research and scholarly activities in clinical psychology or related field with specialty area open. Engage undergraduate students in research. 
• Participate in service activities at the university, college, and department levels, as well as in the community and the profession.

Required Qualifications:

• A PhD or PsyD in Psychology. ABD will be considered; a degree must be conferred by the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and commitment to equitable and accessible teaching practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Evidence of, or potential for, effective teaching at the college level.
• Evidence of a record of (or potential for) research productivity and a viable research agenda.
• A PhD or PsyD in Clinical Psychology from an APA-accredited program.

Salary and Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan options, and professional development support.

Application Process:

Review of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

To apply, submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three (3) professional references to the College of Education and Human Development: View email address on click.appcast.io.

For questions about the position, contact: Tracie Pasold, Ph.D. View email address on click.appcast.io

For accessibility accommodations during any part of the hiring process, contact View email address on click.appcast.io/View phone number on click.appcast.io.

LSUS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About LSUS:

LSUS boasts a high percentage of faculty with terminal degrees. With over 10,000 students, LSUS boasts the highest number of graduate students in the state.

LSUS has more than 20 undergraduate degree programs, more than a dozen graduate programs including a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Leadership Studies. Named by the U.S. Department of Education as one of the most affordable colleges in Louisiana, LSU Shreveport offers high-quality classroom instruction with very affordable tuition rates. In addition, LSUS offers many forms of financial aid, including scholarships, on-campus employment, and graduate assistantships. With recent expansion in the universitys infrastructure and investment in educational technology, these improvements continue to enhance the student experience at LSU Shreveport, and the University has proven itself to be an institution of opportunity and quality.

About Shreveport:

The Shreveport-Bossier City area offers an attractive quality of life, combining the conveniences of a big city with the warmth and hospitality of a smaller town. With a metropolitan population of more than 380,000, the Shreveport-Bossier City area offers a low cost of living, affordable housing, and many diverse dining and entertainment options. Exceptional outdoor recreation opportunities abound. Frequently called "A Sportsman's Paradise," the area's mild climate, various lakes and rivers, and beautiful parks create the perfect setting for jogging, bicycling, water sports, hunting and fishing. For other recreational activities, Shreveport-Bossier is home to riverboat casinos and horse racing at Louisiana Downs. Additional entertainment venues include the Brookshire Grocery Arena which hosts numerous musical events, comedians, rodeos, childrens events and ice-skating productions, among others. Shreveport also hosts dozens of festivals such as Mardi Gras, Louisiana Prize Fest, the Red River Revel, and Taco Wars, with regional food and music, and offers regular theatrical productions, ballet performances, as well as performances by the Shreveport Symphony and the Shreveport Opera. Shreveport is also home to the American Rose Garden.