Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology - Clinical (PsyD Program)

U.S. Anesthesia Partners; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Lutheran University Graduate School of Psychology invites applications for a full-time, Assistant Professor tenure-track position in its APA-accredited PsyD Program in Clinical Psychology beginning Fall 2027. The program is secular, values science and social justice, and affirms inclusivity.

Responsibilities include teaching, advising, maintaining an active research program, and service. The successful candidate will contribute to student learning outcomes, assessment, and

Qualifications

• PhD or PsyD in Health Service Psychology (Clinical/Counseling/Combined).
• Licensed or license-eligible to practice in California within three years of employment.
• Preference given to APA-accredited doctoral programs in clinical or counseling psychology.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic instruction to students through lecture and assessment.
• Advise and instruct students regarding programs of study and resources.
• Observe and evaluate student performance and provide timely feedback.
• Plan and organize instruction aligned with course outlines and outcomes.
• Maintain records of enrollment, attendance, and progress; submit grades on time.
• Maintain an active research program with graduate assistants and collaborators.
• Participate in committees and department meetings; engage in service activities.

Education

PhD or PsyD in Health Service Psychology (Clinical/Counseling/Combined)

Job description

Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology - Clinical (PsyDProgram)

Position Category:

Faculty

FLSA:

Exempt

FTE:

.75 (academic year full-time)

Location:

Thousand Oaks

University Background:

The mission of California Lutheran University is to educate leadersfor a global society who are strong in character and judgment,confident in their identity and vocation, and committed to serviceand justice. Founded in 1959 in beautiful Ventura County, theuniversity has an enrollment of about 3,500 undergraduate andgraduate students who come from across the nation and around theworld from a diversity of backgrounds, cultures and faiths. As afederally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution, Cal Lutheran islooking for candidates with a dedication to and success in workingin diverse communities. The university is committed to an inclusivelearning and work environment that values individual differencesand respects each person's dignity.

Basic Function:

The California Lutheran University Graduate School of Psychology(GSoP) invites applications for a full-time, Assistant Professortenure-track position in our APA-accredited PsyD Program inClinical Psychology beginning in Fall 2027. The PsyD Program is asecular program that values science and social justice and directlyaffirms sexual and gender minority inclusivity.

Representative Duties:

• Provide academic instruction to students through lecture; assessand develop student communication skills and higher order thinkingskills through appropriate assignments and activities. E
• Advise and instruct students regarding programs of study,lifelong learning resources, and effective study skills; referstudents to support services, programs, resources, and otherprofessionals as appropriate. E
• Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting courseobjectives and student learning outcomes through assignments,projects, discussions, and examinations; provide feedback in atimely manner to student inquiries in class, online, or duringestablished office hours. E
• Plan and organize instruction according to approved courseoutlines and student learning outcomes to maximize student learningin alignment with program and university mission/goals; implementthe student performance objectives as listed on the official courseoutline of record. E
• Maintain current, accurate records of course enrollment,attendance, student academic progress, and student learningoutcomes. E
• Evaluate and select instructional materials such as textbooks,manuals, software, and tools in collaboration, as appropriate, withother faculty; order instructional materials according to campusbookstore procedure to ensure timely delivery.Within that context,the expectation is to create creative assignments and activities inone-on-one and classroom instructional settings to foster hands-on,active learning in students that will develop their expertise inthe subject matter. E
• Maintain an active research program that involves graduateresearch assistants and collaborators. E
• Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting courseobjectives and student learning outcomes through assignments,projects, discussions, and examinations; provide feedback promptlyto student inquiries in class, online, or during establishedconsultation office hours. E
• Maintain current, accurate records of course enrollment,attendance, student academic progress, course curriculum; prepareand submit grades, data, and reports related to the course andstudent progress promptly. E
• Provide a course syllabus to students in each class within thefirst week of the class, as outlined in the faculty handbook.E
• Adhere to the responsibilities related to teaching, advising,service, and scholarly, professional, and creative activities, asoutlined in the faculty handbook. E
• Attend and participate on committees and in the department,division, campus, and University meetings. E
• Evening and weekend hours may be required. E
• Perform related duties as assigned. E

E=Essential Duties

Knowledge Of:

• Current theory and practice within clinical psychology.
• Principles and best practices of effective teaching.
• Applied research and methodologies commonly utilized in appliedpsychology.
• Current theory and practice within the subject discipline.
• Principles and best practices of effective teaching.
• Student learning outcomes and methods of assessment.
• University curricula.
• Community and campus resources, services, programs, andprofessionals available to students.
• Methods of gathering, analyzing, and preparing data.
• Modern computing technology.
• Record-keeping techniques about student enrollment, attendance,and progress.

Ability To:

• Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge in the subjectfield or discipline.
• Deliver course curricula in support of various learningstyles.
• Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic,social, economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds ofstudents.
• Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the needs of studentswith disabilities.
• Integrate current and emerging instructional deliverytechnologies into the learning process to enhance teaching and theeducational experience.
• Maintain professional standards that protect studentconfidentiality.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using tact,patience, and courtesy.
• Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge in the subjectfield.
• Deliver course curricula in various learning styles.
• Mentor a diverse population of students.
• Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of university students'diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, and ethnicbackgrounds.
• Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the needs of studentswith disabilities.
• Integrate current and emerging instructional deliverytechnologies into the learning process to enhance teaching and theeducational experience
• Maintain professional standards that protect studentconfidentiality
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using tact,patience, and courtesy
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Work constructively with their colleagues and to treat faculty,staff, administrators, and students with respect andprofessionalism.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt practical courses ofaction.
• Demonstrate commitment to professional excellence and continuousgrowth within-subject field or discipline.
• Either proven or presumptive potential for satisfactorilyfulfilling a faculty member's duties and responsibilities andmaking significant contributions to the University community.

Minimum Qualifications:

A PhD or PsyD degree in Health Service Psychology (Clinical,Counseling, or Combined) from a regionally accredited institutionat the time of appointment (ABD applications are accepted).

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to applicants from APA-accredited doctoralprograms in clinical or counseling psychology.

Licenses and Other Requirements:

Licensed or license-eligible to practice as a psychologist inCalifornia within three years of employment.

Physical Abilities:

Detect to understand appropriate written correspondence;communicate clearly to exchange information in person and via thetelephone or video; operate a computer and other officeproductivity machinery; stationary position for extended periods oftime; move or transport light objects; position self to storeand/or retrieve files.

Working Environment:

Indoor classroom environment; subject to visiting a variety ofclassroom sites on campus.

Hiring Range

$82,000 - $89,000

Posting Number:

Faculty001212020

Open Date:

08/06/2026

Close Date:

11/08/2026

California Lutheran University is committed to providing equalopportunity in employment for all persons, regardless of race,religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physicaldisability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status,sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, genderidentity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicablelaw. No person shall be excluded from participation in, be deniedthe benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any program,activity or facility of the University on the basis of thesefactors in a manner consistent with applicable federal and statelaws, regulations, ordinances, orders and rules, and University'spolicies, procedures, and processes.

Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application processcan be provided to individuals with qualifying disabilities. Pleasecontact the Human Resources Department for further information orto request an accommodation.