ASSISTANT PROFESSOR PSYCHOLOGY (Tenure-Track)

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

Job summary

Texas Southern University (TSU) invites applications for the tenure-track position of Assistant Professor of Psychology. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, supervise graduate students clinically where licensed, advise students, and actively participate in scholarly activities and service within the college and psychology program.

Responsibilities include developing external funding to support research, contributing to curricular development, and engaging in

Qualifications

• PhD or doctoral degree in psychology required.
• License in Texas as Psychologist or School Psychologist preferred or eligible for immediate licensure.
• Teaching experience at college/university level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses across undergraduate/graduate psychology curricula.
• Provide clinical supervision to graduate students (if licensed).
• Maintain active research agenda and seek external funding.
• Engage in department, university, and community service.
• Advise and support students; participate in committees.

Skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Multitasking

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Education

Earned doctorate in Psychology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Posting Details

Title Information

Security Sensitive Position?

Yes

Hours of Work

TBD

Position Details

Posting Number

TSU203814

Official TSU Title

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR PSYCHOLOGY (Tenure-Track)

Grant Title

N/A

Job Description Summary / TWC Summary

Responsibilities include teaching courses in the psychologycurriculum (which may include online, evening and or weekendclasses); providing clinical supervision to graduate students (iflicensed); advising students; maintaining active service andresearch agendas; seeking/securing external funding to supportresearch endeavors; serving in advisory positions for studentorganizations; and participating in committee work in thegovernance of the college and the psychology program.

Essential Duties Summary

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

% FTE

1.0

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, oreligibility 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 theareas of curricular development, teaching, scholarly activity, andresearch funding.
• Demonstrate commitment to undergraduate and graduate educationin an academic environment.
• Work with a diverse student and faculty population.

Work Experience

Teaching experience at the college or university levelpreferred.

Working/Environmental Conditions

• Prolonged standing and/or walking.
• Handling light weight objects.
• Using or carrying equipment.

UA EEO Statement

It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a workenvironment that is free from discrimination for all personsregardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin,individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protectedveteran status in its programs, activities, admissions oremployment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictlyobserved in all University employment-related activities such asadvertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employmenttraining, compensation, promotion, termination, and employmentbenefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment anddiscrimination in employment based on race, color, religion,gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin,individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protectedveteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance withthe provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws,including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil RightsAct.

Close Date

10/15/2026

Open Until Filled (overrides close field)

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Open to all applicants.

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have an earned doctorate in Psychology?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have teaching experience at the college or universitylevel?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Are you licensed in Texas as a Psychologist or SchoolPsychologist, or eligibility for immediate licensure in Texas?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Official Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Other Document
2. Reference Letter 1
3. Reference Letter 2
4. Reference Letter 3

Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures