Assistant Professor in Clinical Psychology

Northwestern University; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Tuition benefits for employee and/or

Generous retirement savings options

Paid medical/sick and parental leave

Job summary

Northwestern University in Evanston invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Clinical Psychology within the WCAS Psychology Department. The position emphasizes research on psychopathology and/or psychotherapy, with particular interest in adolescent and young adult development, though life-span research is welcome.

The role is primarily research-focused with teaching and service responsibilities.

Qualifications

• PhD or terminal degree by time of appointment.
• Research focus on psychopathology and/or psychotherapy.
• Interest in adolescent and young adult development; lifespan research welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Primarily research with accompanying teaching and service expectations.
• Contribute to mentoring and program development within WCAS Psychology.
• Participate in departmental service and collegial activities.

Skills

Research

Teaching

Scholarly communication

Education

PhD or terminal degree

Job description

Job ID: 54194

Location: Evanston, Illinois

Department: WCAS Psychology

The Department of Psychology at Northwestern University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Clinical Psychology, a Clinical Science-oriented program. We are seeking applicants with a focus on psychopathology and/or psychotherapy and are particularly interested in research programs with focus around adolescent and young adult developmental periods; although, applicants with varied research interests across the lifespan are strongly encouraged to apply.

The role involves primarily research accompanied by teaching and service expectations. The anticipated start date is September 1, 2027. Candidates must have a PhD or similar terminal degree by the time of appointment. The position is full time, and progress will be evaluated through a reappointment process occurring mid-way along the tenure clock.

Interested candidates should submit electronically a curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, and copies of recent publications. Three letters of recommendation will be requested prior to on-campus interviews and are not required at the time of application.

Review of applications will begin October 15, 2026. Inquiries may be directed to [e-mail] and/or to Jennifer Tackett ([e-mail]), the Chair of the Search.

Salary

The expected base pay range for this position is $115,000 - $140,000.

This base pay range is for a nine-month academic appointment, does not include summer salary, and is subject to negotiation.

Northwestern University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree, training, and field or discipline; departmental budget availability; internal comparators; and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Benefits

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at Northwestern Benefits to learn more.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.