Assistant Professor
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Palo Alto, CA - USA
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Job Summary
Faculty Psychology Department
Full Time Residential
Palo Alto CA US
Job Title: Assistant Professor (Tenure Track)
Department:Psychology Department
The Psychology Department philosophy and mission are aligned with PAUs vision that through insight into human behavior we can improve well-being and contribute to more just and inclusive communities. The department houses two APA-accredited doctoral programs (a PhD in Clinical Psychology program and the PAU-Stanford PsyD Consortium a joint PsyD program with the Department of Psychiatry at Stanford University) and a masters program in Psychology.
Through classroom instruction clinical practice and research we aspire to prepare students to address emerging issues in the mental health field. The department has seven areas of emphasis: LGBTQ Pediatric Behavioral Health Diversity and Community Mental Health (DCMH) Forensic Neuropsychology and Trauma. PAU operates an in-house community clinic The Clinics @ PAU and advanced students are placed at a wide range of clinical training sites in the Bay Area including VA Medical Centers community clinics and schools. We aspire to teach our students to be leaders in culturally responsive mental health and mental health technology. It is our hope that incoming faculty will help us to build on our existing areas of emphasis and help build on our existing areas of emphasis faculty expertise and research mentorship offerings.
Palo Alto University (PAU) invites applications for two (2) tenure-track faculty positions in Psychology at the rank of Assistant Professor for an appointment starting Fall 2027.
Successful candidates will be expected to teach core and specialized courses in the Psychology Department. Faculty members are also expected to: 1) demonstrate scholarly productivity as reflected in publications professional presentations and/or research grants; 2) contribute to the departments mission of providing outstanding teaching research and service; and 3) engage with the departments and universitys commitment to diversity equity inclusion and belonging. Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to student advising admissions curriculum assessment/development and general departmental and university service.
An earned doctorate in Psychology or other closely related discipline from an accredited institution (or foreign equivalent) is required; however applicants nearing completion of the doctorate may be considered. For an appointment the doctorate must be completed by the date of appointment.
The University is especially seeking candidates with a demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity equity inclusion and belonging. The successful candidate will be creative and will have a strong commitment to teaching in a learner-centered environment. Successful candidates will provide compelling evidence of the following:
- Experience of successful undergraduate and/or graduate teaching;
- Demonstrated evidence of scholarly productivity (i.e. publications presentations and/or grant funding);
- The ability to work well in a small collegial environment.
Preference will be given to candidates who have expertise in research methods and statistics assessment (personality intellectual psychometric theory).
To be considered for one of the tenure-track faculty positions in Psychology at the rank of Assistant Professor you must submit the following when you apply:
- Cover letter stating which includes a summary of research teaching and professional interests
- PAUis committed to providing an educational environment that supports a diverse equitable and inclusive your cover letterplease include information on how your background and experience has prepared you to be in an environment that holds equity and inclusion core to its mission and values.
- Curriculum vitae
- A teaching statement that describes your teaching philosophypedagogical approach and courses taught/developed (the latter if relevant) A research statement that describes your program of research past accomplishments future projects and potential funding mechanisms.
- Tworeprints or pre-prints of scholarly work
- A sample of teaching evaluations (if candidate has prior teaching experience)
- Three letters of recommendation including contact information for referees
Preference will be given to applications and supporting documents received by September 1 2026 but the position(s) will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected. Questions regarding the position(s) may be directed to the Search Committee Chair at Questions regarding the application system should be directed to
We will continue to review applications until the positions are filled.
Palo Alto University (PAU) a private non-profit university founded in 1975 and located in the heart of Northern Californias Silicon Valley is a community grounded in values of social justice dedicated to addressing pressing and emerging issues in the fields of psychology and counseling that meet the needs of todays diverse society. The students at PAU reflect the diversity of the region are engaged in their education and are committed to improving the lives of others. The University sees diversity and inclusive excellence in its staff and faculty as very important to serving its diverse student body. PAU offers undergraduate and graduate programs with online hybrid and residential options. PAU has an engaged faculty who make significant contributions to their fields and prepare future leaders who make a difference in the lives of individuals and communities. PAU strives to support the development of confident competent and compassionate professionals who are leaders in their respective fields and invested in high-quality healthcare and education.
EEOC Policy:
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Required Experience:
Junior IC
