Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology

Employee Classification: Asst Professor

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Col of Publ Affairs & Hlth Sci

Department: UNT-Psychology-122500

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.

FTE: 1.00

Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

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Department Summary

The UNT Department of Psychology is one of the largest and most dynamic psychology programs in the region, home to more than 40 faculty members, 100 graduate students, and over 2,500 undergraduate majors. Our faculty lead innovative research programs spanning clinical science, counseling psychology, cognitive and brain sciences, developmental psychology, health psychology, and social and behavioral health. Through mentorship, hands-on research training, and interdisciplinary collaboration, our students develop the knowledge and experience needed to succeed in academia, healthcare, industry, and public service.

The Department of Psychology is housed within the College of Public Affairs and Health Sciences (PAHS). PAHS prepares graduates to address diverse and complex social issues such as aging, disability, disaster management and recovery, criminal justice, health disparities, behavioral health, and public safety, and find solutions to challenges in public administration, public and mental health, exercise physiology, and urban design.

PAHS has nine academic departments with undergraduate and graduate programs, and is also the home for several centers such as the UNT Center for Sport Psychology and Athlete Mental Health, the UNT Psychology Clinic, the Center for Psychosocial Health Disparities Research, the Kristin Farmer Autism Center, the Center for Public Management, the UNT Speech and Hearing Center, the UNT Work Inclusion and Supported Employment (UNTWISE) program, UNT ELEVAR (Empower, Learn, Excel, enVision, Advance, Rise), and several professional development and clinical training programs to facilitate careers to address a global society.

UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.

Position Overview

The Department of Psychology in the College of Public Affairs and Health Sciences at the University of North Texas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology to join our APA-accredited doctoral program.

We seek an innovative scholar whose research advances the understanding, prevention, assessment, or treatment of mental health conditions across the lifespan. The successful candidate will establish an externally funded research program while playing a key role in educating and mentoring doctoral students preparing for careers in clinical practice, research, and academia.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of the nation's leading public research universities, where faculty are encouraged to pursue groundbreaking research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and community-engaged scholarship that advances mental health and well-being. The successful candidate will complement the department’s existing strengths in health disparities, diagnosis and assessment, forensic psychology, post-traumatic stress disorder, neuropsychology, substance use disorders, and psychotherapy outcome research.

Applicants employing innovative methodologies, including longitudinal research, clinical trials, community-engaged research, digital health technologies, implementation science, psychophysiology or advanced quantitative methods—are especially encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will:

• Develop and sustain an externally funded research program in clinical psychology.
• Teach doctoral- and undergraduate-level courses in clinical psychology and related areas.
• Mentor doctoral students in research, clinical training, and professional development.
• Supervise doctoral research, including master's theses and doctoral dissertations.
• Contribute to clinical training through practicum supervision and other training experiences, consistent with the faculty member's expertise.
• Publish impactful research in leading peer-reviewed journals and present findings at national and international conferences.
• Collaborate with faculty across disciplines to address complex mental and behavioral health challenges.
• Contribute to curriculum development, APA accreditation activities, departmental governance, and professional service.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from an APA-accredited program or a closely related discipline.
• Eligibility for licensure as a psychologist in the State of Texas.
• Evidence of a strong and growing research agenda with potential for sustained external funding.
• Demonstrated record of scholarly publications.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching, mentoring, and training students.

Preferred Qualifications

• Postdoctoral research or clinical training.
• Experience mentoring undergraduate or graduate researchers.
• Experience supervising clinical trainees.
• Interest in interdisciplinary collaborations addressing complex mental health challenges.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

 

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

varies based on assignment

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Join Us!

We're seeking a collaborative scholar who is passionate about advancing the science of mental health while mentoring the next generation of clinical psychologists. If you're excited to build an impactful research program, contribute to exceptional doctoral training, and translate scientific discovery into evidence-based practice, we invite you to apply.

Review of applications will begin on 11/1/2026 and continue until the position is filled.

Applicant Documents
• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Statement of Research Interests
• Three reprints of peer reviewed articles
• References – List of Names and Contact Information for 3 individuals

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.