ASSISTANT PROFESSOR PSYCHOLOGY (Tenure-Track)

Texas Southern University; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Southern University seeks a psychology faculty member to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, supervise graduate students (if licensed), and maintain an active research program with external funding. You will advise students and contribute to departmental and university service, supporting diverse student populations in a dynamic academic setting.

Educational goals include curricular development and student mentorship, with opportunities to engage in teaching during evenings or

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Psychology.
• Licensure in Texas as a Psychologist or School Psychologist, or eligibility for immediate licensure in Texas.
• Teaching experience at the college or university level.
• Ability to contribute to curricular development, teaching, scholarly activity, and research funding.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate psychology courses.
• Provide clinical supervision to graduate students (if licensed).
• Maintain an active research program and seek external funding.
• Advise and support students.
• Participate in departmental and university service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching

Clinical supervision

Research activity

Verbal and written communication

Customer service

Education

Doctorate in Psychology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please contact the Department of Human Resources if additional assistance is needed to apply at 713-313-7521.

Title Information

Security Sensitive Position?

Security Sensitive Position? Yes

Hours of Work

Hours of Work TBD

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number TSU203814

Grant Title N/A

Job Description Summary / TWC Summary

Responsibilities include teaching courses in the psychology curriculum (which may include online, evening and or weekend classes); providing clinical supervision to graduate students (if licensed); advising students; maintaining active service and research agendas; seeking/securing external funding to support research endeavors; serving in advisory positions for student organizations; and participating in committee work in the governance of the college and the psychology program.

• Teaching across the curriculum at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels
• Providing clinical supervision to graduate students (if licensed)
• Maintaining an active research agenda, including seeking and securing external funding
• Department, university, professional, and community service
• Advising and supporting students
• Performing other job-related duties as assigned

% FTE

1.0

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $58,622.40 - $76,209.00

Education

Earned doctorate in Psychology.

Required Licensing/Certification

Licensure in Texas as a Psychologist or School Psychologist, or eligibility for immediate licensure in Texas, is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Psychology theory, research, and practice
• APA and/or NASP Code of Ethics
• Texas laws related to the practice of psychology
• Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications

Skill in:

• Problem-solving and decision-making.
• Multitasking and time management.
• Verbal and written communication.
• Effective customer service.

Ability to:

• Make significant contributions to departmental growth in the areas of curricular development, teaching, scholarly activity, and research funding.
• Demonstrate commitment to undergraduate and graduate education in an academic environment.
• Work with a diverse student and faculty population.

Work Experience

Teaching experience at the college or university level preferred.

Working/Environmental Conditions

• Prolonged standing and/or walking.
• Using or carrying equipment.

Position End Date (if temporary)

UA EEO Statement

It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures

Open Until Filled (overrides close field)

Open Until Filled (overrides close field) No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Special Instructions to Applicants Open to all applicants.

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have an earned doctorate in Psychology?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have teaching experience at the college or university level?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you licensed in Texas as a Psychologist or School Psychologist, or eligibility for immediate licensure in Texas?
  • Yes
  • No