Assistant Professor of Psychology

Point Park University; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Point Park University in Downtown Pittsburgh invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Psychology in the Department of Psychology. The position begins Fall 2027 and requires a terminal degree (PhD or PsyD) in Psychology, with license-eligible or licensed clinician in Pennsylvania.

The PsyD program emphasizes human science approaches and community psychology, with accreditation by the American Psychological Association.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in Psychology (PhD or PsyD) required.
• Licensed or license-eligible as a Clinical or Counseling Psychologist in Pennsylvania.
• Experience in teaching, clinical practice, and research.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Core Faculty in the PsyD Program in Clinical Psychology.
• Teach graduate courses (and undergraduate courses) as assigned.
• Engage in community-engaged research and mentor students.
• Contribute to program development and service aligned with mission.

Skills

Teaching experience

Clinical experience

Research experience

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Terminal degree (PhD or PsyD) in Clinical Psychology

Licensed or license-eligible as Clinical/Counseling Psychologist in PA

Job description

Point Park University's Department of Psychology is conducting a search for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Psychology. Applicants should hold a terminal degree (PhD/PsyD) in Psychology and be licensed or license-eligible as a clinical or counseling psychologist in the state of Pennsylvania. The position would start in Fall 2027 semester.

The PsyD program in Clinical Psychology is distinguished by its emphasis on the integration of clinical training with community psychology interventions, and a human science mission, including perspectives within humanistic, psychodynamic, phenomenological, hermeneutic, feminist, and contemplative approaches to clinical and community interventions and scholarship. The Point Park Psy.D. program is fully accredited by the American Psychological Association.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will serve as a Core Faculty in the PsyD Program in Clinical Psychology.

• Candidates are expected to demonstrate a commitment and ability to serve the mission and values of the PsyD program, including scholarship and training oriented within human science perspectives.
• At least 50% of teaching and/or administrative service will be dedicated to the PsyD graduate courses, including clinical courses in the curriculum.
• Additional coursework may include teaching in the Department's M.A. in Community Psychology, MA in Clinical-Community Counseling Psychology, and/or B.A. in Psychology and Behavioral Sciences programs.
• Preference will be given to candidates with a track record of success in working with diverse communities of clients, students, and colleagues.
• In keeping with the University's Strategic Plan and the PsyD program's mission and aims, the ideal candidate will have experience with a community-engaged research agenda and a desire to mentor students in community-based research

Point Park's collective bargaining agreement requires faculty members to teach three graduate classes or four undergraduate classes per semester. There are opportunities for course releases for administrative roles, scholarly activity and service to the university.

Qualifications

The Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Psychology will

• have a terminal degree, PhD or PsyD, in Clinical Psychology or related field, and be licensed or license-eligible as a Clinical or Counseling Psychologist in the state of Pennsylvania.
• have teaching, clinical and research experience
• have the ability to teach courses in the PsyD program, including Statistics & Quantitative Research, Group Therapy, Program Development Evaluation & Assessment, and Clinical Practicum.
• be adept at teaching and working with diverse communities of students, faculty, and staff.
• be able to demonstrate a commitment to the PsyD programs mission and values within a human science perspective.
• Have experience teaching or a desire to teach in a humanistic and psychodynamic program
• express ways the candidate's clinical training, teaching, and scholarship will complement the program as a whole and integrate well with other faculty in the Department of Psychology

About Point Park University and the Department of Psychology

Located in the heart of Downtown Pittsburgh, Point Park University is a dynamic, urban, university with a strong liberal arts tradition. Founded in 1960, Point Park enrolls nearly 4,000 full-time and part-time students in more than 100 undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs.

The Department of Psychology houses the Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology, M.A. in Community Psychology, M.A in Clinical-Community Counseling Psychology, B.A. in Psychology, and B.A. in Behavioral Sciences programs.

Application Procedure

Please upload a single PDF containing the following:

• a letter of application
• Current CV
• research writing sample
• a teaching portfolio (i.e. statement of teaching philosophy, sample syllabi, course evaluations)
• a list of three professional references with contact information.

Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. For additional information, visit www.pointpark.edu. Salary is commensurate with credentials and experience and based on the minimums set by the university's collective bargaining agreement.

Point Park is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage members of underrepresented groups to apply, including Black, Indigenous, People of Color, women, and/or LGBTQIA+ scholars.

Applicants must have authorization to work in the United States and not require employer sponsorship.