Clinical Psychology Professor

City University College of Ajman; Ajman; On-site; AED 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

City University Ajman is seeking an Associate Professor in Clinical Psychology to join the College of Humanities. The role involves undergraduate teaching, supervision of field training, and active participation in accreditation and research activities to support the university's strategic plans.

The candidate will contribute to the development of a planned Master's Program in Clinical Psychology, supervise research, and collaborate with local healthcare centers to strengthen clinical training

Qualifications

• PhD in Clinical or Health Psychology from an accredited university.
• Expertise in psychological assessment, CBT, and evidence-based interventions.
• Experience with university-level teaching and field training supervision.
• Publications in relevant scholarly journals.

Responsibilities

• Teaching & supervision: deliver undergraduate courses, supervise student graduation projects, oversee clinical field training placements.
• Research & development: maintain an active research agenda, publish high-impact scholarly work, apply quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Program & master's development: contribute to curriculum design for the planned Master's Program in Clinical Psychology, including supervision frameworks.
• Accreditation & governance: support quality assurance, institutional reviews, and CAA accreditation requirements.
• Clinical & community engagement: assist in building partnerships with healthcare centers to enhance clinical training and community mental health initiatives.

Skills

CBT

Psychological assessment

Diagnosis

Interventions

Quantitative research

Qualitative research

University teaching

Field training supervision

Education

PhD in Clinical Psychology or Health Psychology

Job description

About the job Clinical Psychology Professor

City University Ajman is seeking a qualified, dedicated Associate Professor in Clinical Psychology to join the College of Humanities. The ideal candidate will contribute to undergraduate teaching, field training supervision, academic research, and accreditation compliance. Additionally, this role will play a key supporting part in the university's strategic plans to establish a postgraduate Master's Program in Clinical Psychology.

Key Responsibilities

• Teaching & Supervision: Deliver high-quality undergraduate courses in core clinical and general psychology areas, supervise student graduation projects, and oversee clinical field training placements.
• Research & Development: Maintain an active research agenda, publish high-impact scholarly work, and apply quantitative and qualitative research methods to advance mental health scholarship.
• Program & Master's Development: Contribute to curriculum development and program design for the planned Master's Program in Clinical Psychology, including research supervision frameworks.
• Accreditation & Governance: Support academic quality assurance, institutional reviews, and CAA accreditation requirements for the Psychology program.
• Clinical & Community Engagement: Assist in building institutional partnerships with healthcare centers and local institutions to enhance clinical training and community mental health initiatives.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education: PhD in Clinical Psychology or Health Psychology from an accredited, recognized university.
• Clinical Expertise: Demonstrated expertise in psychological assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based interventions, with a strong focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
• Research & Assessment Skills: Proficiency in psychometric assessment and both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, backed by relevant scholarly research publications.
• Academic Background: Demonstrated track record of successful teaching at the university level and field training supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensure & Practice: Valid clinical license (or immediate eligibility) from UAE health authorities (MOHAP, DHA, or DoH) with relevant practical clinical experience.
• Experience with institutional accreditation frameworks and postgraduate curriculum design.