Assistant Professor in Psychology

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Vacation and sick leave

Retirement plans

Tuition waiver

Wellness options

Job summary

Augusta University is seeking an Assistant Professor in Psychology to join the Department of Psychiatry and Health Behavior. This role focuses on supporting clinical services at the East Central Regional Hospital (ECRH) and involves responsibilities in education, clinical service delivery, and departmental activities. Candidates must possess a PhD, PsyD, or equivalent and demonstrate teaching ability and scholarly activity. The position offers a full-time contract within an inclusive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• PhD, PsyD, or equivalent degree required from an accredited institution.
• Early-level career experience as an Assistant Professor with postgraduate training.
• Evidence of teaching ability and a record of scholarly activity.

Responsibilities

• Attend departmental functions and activities at least 80%.
• Support recruitment for new residents and clinical staff.
• Participate in clinical service delivery for psychology.

Skills

Teaching ability

Scholarly activity

Clinical services delivery

Education

PhD, PsyD, or equivalent related degree

Job description

Assistant Professor in Psychology

Job ID: 298462

Location: Augusta University

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Job Summary

The Department of Psychiatry and Health Behavior in the Medical College of Georgia is seeking a faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor to support the academic mission of the Augusta University and East Central Regional Hospital partnership. The successful candidate will work with the ECRH Clinical Director to develop responsibilities related to the delivery of clinical services at ECRH, ensuring compliance with institutional policies and regulatory standards. This position is not on a tenure track.

Responsibilities

• Dept Attendance – 10%
  Attend 80% of departmental functions and activities, including education and student events.
• Education – 30%
  • Support recruitment for new residents, fellows, psychiatrists, psychology interns, post‐docs, faculty psychologists, and nurses.
  • Participate in the delivery of clinical services for psychology in alignment with ECRH’s mission.
  • Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring the efficiency and effectiveness of all psychology services.
• Clinical – 60%
  • Promote the development and utilization of the Recovery Model within ECRH treatment services.

Required Qualifications

• PhD, PsyD, or equivalent related degree from an accredited institution.
• Early‑level career as an Assistant Professor with appropriate postgraduate training.
• Evidence of teaching ability and scholarly activity.
• Successful experience that meets USG institution requirements.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary commensurate with education, experience, and achievements; subject to funding availability.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.