Assistant or Associate Professor (Tenure Track)

Job Title Assistant or Associate Professor (Tenure Track) Department Psychology Department Position Description The Psychology Department philosophy and mission are aligned with PAU’s vision that through insight into human behavior we can improve well‑being and contribute to more just and inclusive communities. The department houses two APA‑accredited doctoral programs—a PhD in Clinical Psychology program and the PAU–Stanford PsyD Consortium, a joint PsyD program with the Department of Psychiatry at Stanford University—and a master’s program in Psychology. Through classroom instruction, clinical practice, and research, we aspire to prepare students to address emerging issues in the mental health field. The department has seven areas of emphasis: LGBTQ+, Pediatric Behavioral Health, Diversity and Community Mental Health (DCMH), Forensic, Neuropsychology, and Trauma. PAU operates an in‑house community clinic, The Clinics @ PAU, and advanced students are placed at a wide range of clinical training sites in the Bay Area, including VA Medical Centers, community clinics, and schools. We aspire to teach our students to be leaders in culturally responsive mental health and mental health technology. It is our hope that incoming faculty will help us build on our existing areas of emphasis, faculty expertise, and research mentorship offerings. Palo Alto University (PAU) invites applications for two (2) tenure‑track faculty positions in Psychology at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor for an appointment starting Fall 2027. Specific Duties and Responsibilities Successful candidates will be expected to teach core and specialized courses in the Psychology Department. Faculty members are also expected to: 1) demonstrate scholarly productivity as reflected in publications, professional presentations, and/or research grants; 2) contribute to the department’s mission of providing outstanding teaching, research, and service; and 3) engage with the department’s and university’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to student advising, admissions, curriculum assessment/development, and general departmental and university service. Required Qualifications An earned doctorate in Psychology or another closely related discipline from an accredited institution (or foreign equivalent) is required; however, applicants nearing completion of the doctorate may be considered. For an appointment, the doctorate must be completed by the date of appointment. The University is especially seeking candidates with a demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The successful candidate will be creative and will have a strong commitment to teaching in a learner‑centered environment. Successful candidates will provide compelling evidence of the following: Experience of successful undergraduate and/or graduate teaching; Demonstrated evidence of scholarly productivity (i.e., publications, presentations, and/or grant funding); The ability to work well in a small, collegial environment. Preference will be given to candidates who have expertise in research methods and statistics, and assessment (personality, intellectual, psychometric theory). Application Procedures To be considered, applicants must submit the following: Cover letter stating a summary of research, teaching, and professional interests; Cover letter includes information on how your background and experience have prepared you to be in an environment that holds equity and inclusion core to its mission and values; Teaching statement describing your teaching philosophy, pedagogical approach, and courses taught/developed (the latter if relevant); Research statement describing your program of research, past accomplishments, future projects, and potential funding mechanisms; Two reprints or pre‑prints of scholarly work; Sample of teaching evaluations (if candidate has prior teaching experience); Three letters of recommendation with contact information for referees. Preference will be given to applications and supporting documents received by September 1, 2026, but the position(s) will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected. Questions regarding the position(s) may be directed to the Search Committee Chair at View email address on click.appcast.io. Questions regarding the application system should be directed to View email address on click.appcast.io. We will continue to review applications until the positions are filled. EEOC Policy The University is an equal opportunity employer and is firmly committed to non‑discrimination in its hiring and other employment practices and in the application of its personnel policies. In compliance with all applicable federal and state laws, except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists, employment decisions will be made irrespective of the staff member’s race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, age (except for minors), sex, marital status, citizenship status, military service status, sexual orientation, medical condition (cancer‑related or genetic condition), disability and any other status protected by law. When necessary, the University will reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities, if the individual is otherwise qualified to safely perform all essential functions of the position and if it will be done without undue hardship to the University. #J-18808-Ljbffr Palo Alto University