Assistant Professor in Psychology / School Psychology

California State University, Chico; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 74,652 - 89,772; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition fee waiver

Health insurance

Sick leave and vacation

Job summary

Opt For Healthy Living in Chico, CA is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Psychology. The ideal candidate will train graduate students and engage in research, adhering to the university's values of diversity and equity.

The role offers an annual salary between $74,652 and $89,772, depending on experience, with benefits including tuition fee waiver. The position starts in Fall 2027, aiming to recruit individuals passionate about diverse student engagement.

Qualifications

• Completed 3-year Master's or Ed.S. degree in School Psychology or doctorate in related field.
• CA credentialing or intention to obtain it as a School Psychologist.
• Experience in delivering undergraduate/graduate instruction.

Responsibilities

• Train and supervise school psychology graduate students.
• Develop a successful program of research or scholarly activity.
• Support the administrative and advising needs of the School Psychology program.

Skills

CA credentialing as School Psychologist

Experience in delivering instruction

Experience with diverse populations

Education

Master's or Ed.S. in School Psychology or doctorate in psychology

Job description

Assistant Professor in Psychology / School Psychology

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Work type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track

Location: Chico

Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Behavioral Sciences, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment: California State University (CSU), Chico is a comprehensive and residential public university, holding Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) designation. Chico State operates as part of the 22-campus CSU system, which educates the most ethnically, economically, and academically diverse student body in the nation. The University enrolls over 14,000 students, with over half identifying as first‑generation college students.

Chico State is committed to recruiting outstanding candidates. The ideal candidate will embrace our values predicated on the primacy of student success and the elimination of equity gaps, have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations, and will contribute to policies, programs, and practices that support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning and working environment.

The Position: Tenure‑Track Assistant Professor

Position Starts: Fall 2027

College: Behavioral and Social Sciences

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience (Anticipated hiring range: $74,652 - $89,772 per year).

Initial Review Date: 08/31/2026; complete applications received after that date may be considered.

Minimum Qualifications:

• The minimum education requirement for appointment to this position is a completed 3‑year Master’s or a completed Education Specialist (Ed.S.) degree in School Psychology, or a doctorate degree in psychology, education, or a related field. Candidates nearing completion of the doctorate degree may be considered; however, all requirements for conferral of the doctorate degree must be met no later than the start date of the position.
• For applicants with a Masters or Ed.S. degree: Current CA credentialing/licensing as a School Psychologist, Psychologist, or Licensed Educational Psychologist; Three years of professional work experience as a School Psychologist in pre‑K‑12 schools; Experience in delivering undergraduate/graduate instruction or professional development; A record and/or plan for research and/or scholarly activities.
• For applicants with a doctorate: CA credentialing/licensing, or intention to obtain it, as a School Psychologist, Psychologist, or Licensed Educational Psychologist (credentialing/licensure must be achieved by the end of the third year to continue employment); Experience in delivering undergraduate/graduate instruction or professional development; A record and/or plan for research and/or scholarly activities.

Responsibilities: The primary responsibility of this tenure‑track position is to train and supervise school psychology graduate students. This position also carries responsibilities in the areas of scholarship (develop a successful program of research or scholarly activity; seek external funding) and service (supporting the administrative and advising needs of the School Psychology program). This position will join a team of faculty and staff that coordinates the School Psychology program, with opportunities for developing program leadership. Faculty are expected to use effective, student‑centered practices that support the learning and success of all students. Teaching assignments are based upon qualifications of the individual and the needs of the department.

How to Apply: Applicants must provide a current cover letter (including how you have addressed, or plan to address, teaching to diverse student groups), a CV, and contact information of three professional references. All applicants must apply online; applications submitted via email or in person will not be considered.

Benefits Information: This position qualifies for benefits, including tuition fee waiver (if eligible). California State University, Chico offers a number of benefits to its employees (e.g., sick leave, vacation, health insurance). For more information, visit https://www.csuchico.edu/hr/benefits/index.shtml.

Background Check and Disclosures: A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative or judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Authorization to Work: Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Chico State is not currently sponsoring faculty for H‑1B work status if they are subject to the $100,000 fee established by the “Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers” issued on September 19, 2025. For faculty already in the United States who hold a valid nonimmigrant visa (such as F‑1, J‑1, or O‑1), Chico State may consider filing a petition to change their status to H‑1B if the fee does not apply.

Mandated Reporter: The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 (revised July 21, 2017) as a condition of employment. The person also will have a duty to report to the campus Title IX coordinator information pertaining to discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct or exploitation, dating or domestic violence, stalking, and/or retaliation under CSU policy.

EEO Statement: Chico State is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status and only employ individuals authorized to work in the U.S.

For disability‑related accommodations, please call the ADA Coordinator at (530) 898‑5959.