Psychology (Clinical), Tenure-Track Faculty

Cogdop; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Middle Tennessee State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in clinical psychology at the rank of assistant or associate professor, starting August 1, 2027. The Department seeks candidates dedicated to innovative teaching, robust research/creative activity, and meaningful service, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

The successful candidate will join a department supporting undergraduate minors, two undergraduate majors, four master’s programs,

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in clinical psychology from an APA-accredited program.
• APA-accredited internship completed by appointment date.
• Commitment to diverse student populations and inclusive teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in psychology.
• Mentor students in thesis and capstone projects.
• Develop and maintain an active research program.
• Participate in departmental, university, and community service activities.

Skills

Teaching experience

Clinical psychology

Mentoring students

Research program development

Education

Terminal degree in clinical psychology

APA-accredited internship

Job description

University Expectation

MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching, robust research/creative activity, and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students.

Salary

The salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Department of Psychology at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position (#120310) in clinical psychology at the rank of assistant or associate professor. The start date for the position is August 1, 2027.

The successful candidate will join adepartmentof dedicated faculty who support several popular undergraduate minors, two undergraduate majors, four master’s-level graduate majors, and one graduate major at the specialist’s level. Faculty in theclinical areaalso support the undergraduate mental health services minor, the undergraduate psychology major, and the clinical psychology master’s program. Located on the edge of the greater Nashville area,MTSUis an ideal setting for a wide range of research and service-related interests.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses, including both area-specific topics (e.g., psychopathology, cross-cultural clinical practice, evidence-based treatment) and broader departmental needs (e.g., general psychology, personality, biopsychology).


• Mentor students in thesis and capstone projects.


• Develop and maintain an active research program.


• Participate in departmental, university, and community service activities.

Required Education

A terminal degree in clinical psychology or other health services psychology field from an APA-accredited training program that also included an APA-accredited internship is required by the appointment date.

Other Desirables

Applicants with the following will receive special consideration.

• Eligible for licensure in Tennessee as a psychologist with the health services provider designation.


• Demonstrated interest in clinical training at the master’s level.


• Demonstrated potential for external funding in research, community engagement, or contracts.