Tenure-Track Counseling Psychology Professor (Sport Focus)

University of North Texa; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Texas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Counseling Psychology in the psychology department on the Denton campus. The position supports the APA-accredited doctoral program, with a particular emphasis on strengthening the Sport Psychology cluster.

We seek a candidate with a strong research program, grant activity, and commitment to teaching and mentoring at the graduate and undergraduate levels.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from an APA-accredited program or a closely related discipline.
• Eligibility for licensure as a psychologist in the State of Texas.
• Evidence of a strong and growing research agenda with potential for sustained external funding.
• Demonstrated record of scholarly publications.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching, mentoring, and training students.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain an externally funded research program in counseling psychology.
• Teach undergraduate and doctoral-level courses in counseling psychology and related areas.
• Mentor doctoral students in research, clinical training, and professional development.
• Supervise doctoral research, including master's theses and doctoral dissertations.
• Contribute to doctoral clinical training through practicum supervision and other training experiences.
• Publish impactful research in leading peer-reviewed journals and present findings at national and international conferences.
• Collaborate with faculty across disciplines to advance research that promotes psychological health, resilience, and well‑being.
• Contribute to curriculum development, APA accreditation activities, departmental governance, and professional service.

Education

Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from an APA-accredited program or a closely related discipline

Job description

University of North Texas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Counseling Psychology in the psychology department on the Denton campus. The position supports the APA-accredited doctoral program, with a particular emphasis on strengthening the Sport Psychology cluster.

We seek a candidate with a strong research program, grant activity, and commitment to teaching and mentoring at the graduate and undergraduate levels.