Institution: Ursinus College
Location: Collegeville, Pennsylvania
Position Type: Full-Time, Tenure-Track
Start Date: Fall 2026
Application Deadline: October 15, 2025
Category: Psychology – Clinical / Counseling

Position Overview

The Department of Psychology at Ursinus College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Clinical Psychology beginning Fall 2026. The department seeks a license-eligible candidate with interdisciplinary interests and a strong commitment to inclusive teaching. Experience working with individuals from underrepresented communities is especially valued.

About the Department

The Psychology Department consists of seven full-time faculty with expertise in neuroscience, clinical, developmental, health, and social psychology. The department is dedicated to enriching the curriculum and expanding experiential learning opportunities for psychology majors, especially through APEX at Ursinus College (Applied. Professional. Experiential).

Faculty and Research Support

Ursinus College fosters a vibrant teacher-scholar community, supporting faculty research with:

• Start-up funds, pre-tenure leaves, and internal grants.
• External funding from NIH, NSF, and HHMI.
• The Summer Fellows Program, which provides stipends, supply money, and housing for 70–80 students annually, along with stipends for faculty mentors.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory and advanced courses in clinical psychology and area(s) of expertise.
• Supervise undergraduate research projects and honors theses.
• Contribute to the college-wide Common Intellectual Experience first-year seminar.
• Develop research or professional programs that engage undergraduate collaborators.
• Participate in campus-wide service and professional development.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology (required by August 2026).
• Teaching experience at the undergraduate level strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching, research, or service.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit materials through the official application portal ([Apply Here]) or send documentation to [email protected]. A complete application includes:

1. Cover letter addressing:

• • Commitment to undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts setting.
  • Research or professional program that will involve undergraduate students.
  • Experience and/or commitment to supporting an inclusive academic community.

1. Curriculum vitae.
2. Transcripts.
3. Names and contact information for three references (letters requested after initial review).

Application Deadline: October 15, 2025. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration.