Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology - Clinical (PsyD Program)

Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology - Clinical (PsyD
Program)

Position Category: Faculty

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: .75 (academic year full-time)

Location: Thousand Oaks

University Background:

The mission of California Lutheran University is to educate leaders
for a global society who are strong in character and judgment,
confident in their identity and vocation, and committed to service
and justice. Founded in 1959 in beautiful Ventura County, the
university has an enrollment of about 3,500 undergraduate and
graduate students who come from across the nation and around the
world from a diversity of backgrounds, cultures and faiths. As a
federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution, Cal Lutheran is
looking for candidates with a dedication to and success in working
in diverse communities. The university is committed to an inclusive
learning and work environment that values individual differences
and respects each person's dignity.

Basic Function:

The California Lutheran University Graduate School of Psychology
(GSoP) invites applications for a full-time, Assistant Professor
tenure-track position in our APA-accredited PsyD Program in
Clinical Psychology beginning in Fall 2027. The PsyD Program is a
secular program that values science and social justice and directly
affirms sexual and gender minority inclusivity.

Under the direction of the Dean and Program Director, the Assistant
Professor is responsible for providing academic instruction to
students for the assigned graduate courses. The Assistant Professor
is to serve as an academic advisor to students; contribute to
department and university activities; serve on faculty or
university committees; engage in scholarly activities, and/or
creative endeavors.

The successful applicant for this position will demonstrate
outstanding commitment to doctoral teaching and dissertation
research mentorship. While the position is open to applicants with
demonstrated expertise and capacity to teach across any area of
health service psychology, we particularly invite applicants with a
background in neuropsychology, health psychology, sports
psychology, forensic psychology, or cognitive and personality
assessment. Additional duties include developing a program of
research that engages graduate students, academic advising,
dissertation supervision, clinical supervision of doctoral
trainees, participating in ongoing program development within the
PsyD program, serving on faculty and university committees, and
establishing collaborative relationships within the University and
broader community.

The Graduate School of Psychology is comprised of a PsyD program in
Clinical Psychology, Master of Science programs in Clinical
Psychology and Counseling Psychology (MFT emphasis), and a large
community counseling center that provide low-fee Spanish and
English clinical services both in person and telehealth (over
10,000 appointments annually). For faculty interested in research
with clinical populations, the clinic provides individual, couples,
family, group, and child services to community members with mild to
moderate mental health issues and currently offers specialized
programs in dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral
therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, psychodynamic therapy,
and Spanish-speaking services.

The PsyD program accepts 25 students per cohort and distinguishes
itself by having small classes, a caring faculty and staff, state
of the art facilities and technology, and a rigorous curriculum
designed to train students in accordance with APA's Profession-wide
Competencies. The program is committed to training students to
integrate science and practice, develop competency in research and
scholarship, and appreciate human diversity by serving the
underserved.

Representative Duties:

• Provide academic instruction to students through lecture; assess

and develop student communication skills and higher order thinking
skills through appropriate assignments and activities. E

• Advise and instruct students regarding programs of study,

lifelong learning resources, and effective study skills; refer
students to support services, programs, resources, and other
professionals as appropriate. E

• Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course

objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments,
projects, discussions, and examinations; provide feedback in a
timely manner to student inquiries in class, online, or during
established office hours. E

• Plan and organize instruction according to approved course

outlines and student learning outcomes to maximize student learning
in alignment with program and university mission/goals; implement
the student performance objectives as listed on the official course
outline of record. E

• Maintain current, accurate records of course enrollment,

attendance, student academic progress, and student learning
outcomes. E

• Evaluate and select instructional materials such as textbooks,

manuals, software, and tools in collaboration, as appropriate, with
other faculty; order instructional materials according to campus
bookstore procedure to ensure timely delivery.Within that context,
the expectation is to create creative assignments and activities in
one-on-one and classroom instructional settings to foster hands-on,
active learning in students that will develop their expertise in
the subject matter. E

• Maintain an active research program that involves graduate

research assistants and collaborators. E

• Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course

objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments,
projects, discussions, and examinations; provide feedback promptly
to student inquiries in class, online, or during established
consultation office hours. E

• Maintain current, accurate records of course enrollment,

attendance, student academic progress, course curriculum; prepare
and submit grades, data, and reports related to the course and
student progress promptly. E

• Provide a course syllabus to students in each class within the

first week of the class, as outlined in the faculty handbook.
E

• Adhere to the responsibilities related to teaching, advising,

service, and scholarly, professional, and creative activities, as
outlined in the faculty handbook. E

• Attend and participate on committees and in the department,

division, campus, and University meetings. E

• Evening and weekend hours may be required. E
• Perform related duties as assigned. E

E=Essential Duties

Knowledge Of:

• Current theory and practice within clinical psychology.
• Principles and best practices of effective teaching.
• Applied research and methodologies commonly utilized in applied

psychology.

• Current theory and practice within the subject discipline.
• Principles and best practices of effective teaching.
• Student learning outcomes and methods of assessment.
• University curricula.
• Community and campus resources, services, programs, and

professionals available to students.

• Methods of gathering, analyzing, and preparing data.
• Modern computing technology.
• Record-keeping techniques about student enrollment, attendance,

and progress.

Ability To:

• Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge in the subject

field or discipline.

• Deliver course curricula in support of various learning

styles.

• Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic,

social, economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of
students.

• Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the needs of students

with disabilities.

• Integrate current and emerging instructional delivery

technologies into the learning process to enhance teaching and the
educational experience.

• Maintain professional standards that protect student

confidentiality.

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using tact,

patience, and courtesy.

• Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge in the subject

field.

• Deliver course curricula in various learning styles.
• Mentor a diverse population of students.
• Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of university students'

diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, and ethnic
backgrounds.

• Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the needs of students

with disabilities.

• Integrate current and emerging instructional delivery

technologies into the learning process to enhance teaching and the
educational experience

• Maintain professional standards that protect student

confidentiality

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using tact,

patience, and courtesy

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Work constructively with their colleagues and to treat faculty,

staff, administrators, and students with respect and
professionalism.

• Analyze situations accurately and adopt practical courses of

action.

• Demonstrate commitment to professional excellence and continuous

growth within-subject field or discipline.

• Either proven or presumptive potential for satisfactorily

fulfilling a faculty member's duties and responsibilities and
making significant contributions to the University community.

Minimum Qualifications:

A PhD or PsyD degree in Health Service Psychology (Clinical,
Counseling, or Combined) from a regionally accredited institution
at the time of appointment (ABD applications are accepted).

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to applicants from APA-accredited doctoral
programs in clinical or counseling psychology.

Licenses and Other Requirements:

Licensed or license-eligible to practice as a psychologist in
California within three years of

employment.

Physical Abilities:

Detect to understand appropriate written correspondence;
communicate clearly to exchange information in person and via the
telephone or video; operate a computer and other office
productivity machinery; stationary position for extended periods of
time; move or transport light objects; position self to store
and/or retrieve files.

Working Environment:

Indoor classroom environment; subject to visiting a variety of
classroom sites on campus.

Hiring Range $82,000 - $89,000

Posting Number: Faculty001212020

Open Date: 08/06/2026

Close Date: 11/08/2026

Application Procedure/Special Instructions Make sure to
include the following with your application:

1. Cover Letter. Please address how you meet the qualifications of
the position and are prepared to support the mission of Cal
Lutheran and its designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Two
pages max.

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. List of References

4. Teaching Philosophy. In your statement, please also provide
concrete examples your pedagogy. - two pages max.5. Research
Statement: In your statement, please also include how you plan to
incorporate graduate students as research assistants and/or
collaborators - two pages max.6. Inclusive Excellence Statement:
Please indicate how you address (or plan to address) equity,
inclusion, and access in your teaching, research, service, and
mentoring of graduate students - two pages max.

To apply, visit https://careers.callutheran.edu/postings/13531

California Lutheran University is committed to providing equal
opportunity in employment for all persons, regardless of race,
religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical
disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status,
sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender
identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable
law. No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied
the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any program,
activity or facility of the University on the basis of these
factors in a manner consistent with applicable federal and state
laws, regulations, ordinances, orders and rules, and University's
policies, procedures, and processes.

Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process
can be provided to individuals with qualifying disabilities. Please
contact the Human Resources Department for further information or
to request an accommodation.

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