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Assistant Professor, Clinical Psychological Science (TTE) (Updated)


Job Location:

Tucson, AZ - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 26 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 25 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Assistant Professor Clinical Psychological Science (T/TE) (Updated)
Posting Numberreq26400
DepartmentPsychology
Department Website Link
Medical Sub-Speciality
LocationTucson Campus
AddressTucson AZ USA
Position Highlights

Please note: The initial application review date has been changed from September 1 2026 to October 1 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

The Department of Psychology at the University of Arizona invites applications for a tenure-track Psychological Clinical Scientist at the Assistant Professor rank. We seek a colleague whose research and teaching will expand our strengths in health psychology clinical neuroscience/neuropsychology psychopathology and/or intervention science.

Clinical scientists who emphasize community-based research and open science practices are strongly encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will benefit from the departments existing strengths in health psychology neuropsychology/cognitive neuroscience and social psychology and from interdisciplinary connections including Neuroscience Cognitive Science Computer Science the Data Science Institute Sarver Heart Center the Bio5 Institute the University of Arizona Cancer Center the College of Medicine and the College of Public Health.

Located in the beautiful desert Southwest Tucson is nestled between the Catalina and Tucson Mountains and Saguaro National Park. This bicycle-friendly city is known for its arts music food and rich history.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health dental and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities
  • The candidate will be expected to build and sustain an externally funded nationally recognized research program.
  • Provide effective instruction at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
  • Contribute to the mission of our Ph.D. Clinical Program which adheres to a clinical science training model and is jointly-accredited by both the Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation System (PCSAS) and the American Psychological Associations Commission on Accreditation (CoA).
  • The candidate may also provide clinical supervision to graduate students although this is not required.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in clinical psychology or another directly relevant field by the start of the appointment.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior funding record teaching experience and/or mentoring experience.
  • Ph.D. in clinical psychology by the start of the appointment.
Rank Assistant Professor
Tenure InformationTenure Track (T/TE)
FLSAExempt
Full Time/Part TimeFull Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week40
Job FTE1.0
Work CalendarAcademic
Job CategoryFaculty
Benefits EligibleYes - Full Benefits
Rate of PayDOE
Compensation Typesalary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required:Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for CandidatesRequests for information or inquiries about the position may be directed to the Search Chair Dr. Matt Grilli ()
Open Date7/10/2026
Open Until FilledYes
Documents Needed to ApplyCurriculum Vitae (CV) Cover Letter and Three Additional Documents
Special Instructions to ApplicantThe committee will begin reviewing applications on October 1 2026 and will continue to receive and review applications until the position is filled.

In addition to the curriculum vitae and cover letter please submit:

  1. A statement of research interests.
  2. A statement of teaching experience.
  3. A list of three individuals who can serve as references.
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Required Experience:

Junior IC