Assistant Professor, Clinical Psychology

Department: Department of Psychology

Campus Location: Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type: Full Time

Pay: $70,000.00

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm; work is
performed on-site and in person.

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requirement.

Job Story

The Psychology
Department at Wichita State University seeks to hire a 9-month
tenure-track, Assistant Professor in Clinical Psychology to begin
August 2, 2027. We welcome applications from individuals with a
cognitive-behavioral orientation as broadly-defined. We are open to
all areas of research and clinical interests, but are especially
interested in scholars who could contribute in one or more of the
following areas: integrated behavioral healthcare in the primary
care setting, family systems approaches, and third-wave behavioral
therapies.

Applicants should be PhD graduates of an APA- accredited program in
clinical psychology, (completed prior to August of 2027), licensed
(or licensed-eligible) as a psychologist in the state of Kansas,
and have a strong record of peer-reviewed publications.

The
Clinical Psychology PhD Program at Wichita State is
fully-accredited by the American Psychological Association and
embraces a scientist–practitioner model, within a
clinical–community framework. The department has three Ph.D.
programs in clinical, community, and human factors psychology, as
well as a large undergraduate student body. The department is
research oriented and has an expectation for faculty to seek
external funding. Wichita State also has an in-house clinical
psychology training clinic that serves the greater Wichita area.
Salary is $70,000.00.

Job Summary

Teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels using
various instructional deliveries (e.g., traditional (face-to-face),
hybrid, and fully online). To foster applied learning into the
course design and engage with industry and local business community
applied projects. To advance knowledge through scholarly activities
(e.g., active involvement in committees, student mentorship,
recruitment and retention initiative, outreach activities,
etc.)

Essential Functions

Meet expectations for research, teaching, and service as set forth
by the department and college.

Job Duties

Teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, mentor
Ph.D. students, conduct research, apply for grants, publish in peer
reviewed journals.

Required Education and Experience:

• Terminal degree in direct field
• Teaching experience

Faculty Requirements

• PhD graduate of an APA- accredited program in clinical

psychology. Degree should be completed prior to August of
2027.

• Experience publishing in peer-reviewed journals

Required License/Certifications/Training:

• Licensed (or licensed-eligible) as a psychologist in the state

of Kansas.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Training in clinical psychology
• Ability to contribute to building an inclusive and welcoming

environment for colleagues and students

• Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative,

engaging, and dynamic environment comprised of individuals with a
range of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives.

• Ability to attract external funding
• Commitment to teach both graduate and undergraduate

courses

Additional Information:

Please complete the Faculty Profile including the names and contact
information of three (3) references and upload the following
documents:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Statement of research philosophy
• Description of how you work to create a cooperative and

welcoming work place. (attach as Faculty Document 1)

Review of applications will begin November 20, 2026 and continue
until the position is filled.

For questions, please contact Samantha Slade at samantha.slade@wichita.edu

WSU is not able to provide immigration sponsorship for this
position.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to remain in a stationary position – Frequent 60-90%;
Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including
but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators –
Frequent 60-90%