Clinical Assistant Professor or Instructor of Psychology

This position is posted for a doctoral or specialist-level practitioner. If you are interested and would like to learn more or have any questions, we would love to talk about it! Contact: Dr. Kassi Gregory at [email protected]. 

Job Summary:

West Texas A&M University, a member of the Texas A&M University System located in Canyon, TX, invites applications for a full-time faculty position (either as Clinical Assistant Professor or Full-time Instructor) in Psychology, preferably beginning spring semester 2025. The successful applicant will have specialization and experience in School Psychology. 

Work Performed: 

This full-time, 9-month position will include responsibilities in teaching and service. Responsibilities will include teaching psychology-related courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, communicating with current and prospective students, supervising practicing graduate students, coordinating clinical services, and participating in professional service. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to create and deliver quality curricula for students across our undergraduate (BA/BS), general M.A., and specialist in school psychology (SSP) programs. Opportunities for mentorship, workshops in pedagogy, and instructional support are available through the Terry B. Rogers College of Education and Social Sciences, Teaching Excellence Center, and Instructional Technology Services. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

With campuses in both Canyon and Amarillo, TX, West Texas A&M University is a nationally ranked, regional, comprehensive university offering undergraduate, Master’s, and doctoral degrees to an enrollment of over 9,500 students. WTAMU is a member of the Texas A&M University System and a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) supporting first-generation, international, and historically underrepresented students. Our employees make a difference every day in the lives of thousands of students, and that has countless ripple effects on people throughout the region, state, and world. Employees are encouraged to grow professionally and personally thanks to a supportive work environment.

Necessary Qualifications:

• An earned graduate degree (or current ABD status) in School Psychology or a closely related field from an accredited institution; 
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a School Psychologist in Texas;
• Experience working in clinical and/or school settings;
• Willingness to contribute to program activities and service to the department, college, and university. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supervising clinical and/or school psychological practice;
• Demonstrated record of teaching excellence in the classroom or other instructional settings; 
• Ability to teach undergraduate- and graduate-level coursework in development; assessment, behavioral intervention, clinical intervention, psychometrics, and/or statistics;
• Experience in teaching both face-to-face and online modalities; 
• Experience and/or ability to effectively engage with first-generation students.
• An earned PhD in School Psychology or a closely related field;

Applicant Instructions:  

We require the following: 

• Letter of interest or cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Personal statement to include philosophy and plans for research, teaching and service, as applicable
• Three letters of recommendations (see submission instructions below for these);
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts are expected to be submitted promptly by the successful candidate)
• Three professional references

Please attach all documents in the attachment box at the bottom of the “My Experience” page before continuing through the application.  Please use the “Upload” button to add each document individually. All revisions must be made prior to application submission.  If you need assistance with uploading documents, please contact WTAMU Human Resources at [email protected].

Candidates should also arrange for three letters of recommendation to be uploaded in the applicant portal as well as sent directly to the search committee.  Letters of recommendations should be submitted electronically ([email protected]) or mailed to: Dr. Kassi Gregory, Department of Psychology, Sociology and Social Work, WTAMU Box 60876, Canyon, TX 79016-0001.

Texas law requires that males age 18 through 25 be properly registered with the Selective Service System in order to be eligible for employment.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

The A&M System strives to maintain a competitive, high-quality benefit package to support the health and wellness needs of our workforce. This includes comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans, additional health and lifestyle programs, and optional retirement savings opportunities. Eligible employees will have access to paid leave programs in addition to 13-15 paid holidays each year. For more information regarding the benefit package go to: West Texas A&M University: Human Resources Benefits

For additional questions or information regarding this position, please contact:

Search Committee Chair:   Dr. Kassi Gregory

Department:     Psychology, Sociology and Social Work

Email:   [email protected]

Affirmative Action Commitment Statement

West Texas A&M University and the Terry B Rogers College of Education and Social Sciences are committed to hiring the person most qualified for the Clinical Assistant Professor or Instructor of Psychology position with equal treatment and access for all applicants, including affirmative action for women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.

We will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.