Assistant Instructional Professor - Clinical Psychology

Pittsburg - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 17-09-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

The Pittsburg State University Department of Psychology and Counseling ( is accepting applications for an Instructor of Clinical Psychology committed to high-quality teaching for a full-time non-tenure position. Position begins on August 10 2026 and will include undergraduate teaching graduate teaching and mentoring. The instructor will be supporting the Clinical Psychology Masters program which prepares masters-level practitioners to work in underserved areas. Specific courses will depend upon areas of expertise and/or experience but may include Personality Assessment: Adult Personality Assessment: Child Research Methods I and II and/or other courses as assigned. Scholarly activity in clinical psychology is desirable and service to the department college and university is required.

Duties and Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses (based on need and expertise)

Mentorship of undergraduate students

Supervision of graduate students

Maintain active research agenda

Involvement in professional organizations

Service to the department college university and community

Commitment to student success

Participation in recruitment and retention efforts

Education and Experience

Required Education and Experience Time of Hire -

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology (ABD will be considered)

Licensed or license-eligible in Kansas

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology degree or related field. This degree requirement is necessary for accreditation purposes and to ensure candidates possess the specialized knowledge skills and abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program at this level.

Preferred Education and Experience -

Teaching experience in higher education

Supervision experience with graduate students

Clinical experience/practice

Supportive of masters level practitioners

Scholarly activity in clinical psychology

Job Type: Unclassified Faculty Non-Tenure Earning Renewable Annually

Screening Services (Background Checks):Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

Position Start Date: August 10 2026

Application Documents Required*:

Letter of Application

Curriculum Vita/Resume

Names and contact information (e-mail phone number) of three references

Research and teaching statement

Unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts

*Consolidate documents into a maximum of 2 to upload.

First Consideration Date:November 15 2025; Review will continue until position is filled.

Search Committee Chair: Dr. Chris Spera

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire as the university does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

PSU will only accept applications submitted through this process.

Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

DescriptionThe Pittsburg State University Department of Psychology and Counseling ( is accepting applications for an Instructor of Clinical Psychology committed to high-quality teaching for a full-time non-tenure position. Position begins on August 10 2026 and will include undergraduate teaching gra...