Assistant Professor Clinical / Counseling Psychology

Assistant Professor Clinical / Counseling Psychology

Job ID : 289844

Location : Statesboro, Georgia

Full / Part Time : Full Time

Regular / Temporary : Regular

About Us

Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral / R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical / urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here : https : / / president.georgiasouthern.edu / performance-excellence / mission-values /

Location

With more than 26,000 students and 141 degree programs, Georgia Southern University is the largest comprehensive university south of Atlanta. Our hands-on, practical approach to learning, and faculty dedicated to teaching, ensure you are prepared for your career and life after graduation.

Statesboro Campus

1332 Southern Drive

Statesboro, GA 30458

Department Information

Within this setting, the Department of Psychology offers a Bachelor of Science, Master of Science with concentrations in Experimental Psychology and Behavior Analysis, and an APA-accredited PsyD in Clinical Psychology. These positions will primarily involve teaching courses on the Statesboro Campus. The positions will also serve as Core Faculty in the APA-accredited PsyD program. Current faculty within the Department are engaged in the development of innovative research pursuits and leading teaching techniques and are highly collaborative and supportive of each other's research, teaching, and service goals.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Department Chair, the Assistant Professor positions will have a significant workload percentage devoted to scholarship, will require teaching at the graduate level in our PsyD and MS programs and within the undergraduate B.S. Program, and will involve providing service to the Department and PsyD program in Clinical Psychology. The positions are 10-month, tenure-track appointments.

Required Qualifications

Earned doctorate (i.e., Ph.D., Psy.D.) in clinical / counseling psychology by August 1, 2026.

Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives.

Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development.

Demonstrated commitment to advancing a strong and growing research and scholarship agenda and the production of research / creative activities as appropriate to the discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

Evidence of successful College / University teaching experience.

Evidence of peer-reviewed scholarship.

Experience or potential for pursuing external funding.

Licensed or license-eligible at the doctoral level in Georgia

Experience or interest in contributing to Departmental service, primarily contributing to service activities associated with the PsyD Program in Clinical Psychology.

Commitment to research and service with rural or other populations historically experiencing barriers to mental healthcare.

Experience teaching or interest in developing some combination of the following courses : Consultation, Psychometric Theory, Intellectual Assessment, Group Therapy, Psychopharmacology, and Practicum at the graduate level.

Research and clinical interests in the fields of trauma psychology, addressing barriers to mental healthcare, or serious mental illness.

Proposed Salary

Commensurate with experience.

These are exempt positions paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae

; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 professional references. Other documentation may be requested.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Consistently exhibit engaging customer service

Ability to support various constituencies served by the University

Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and / or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled

Screening of applications begins October 1, 2025 and continues until the position is filled. Preferred start date is August 1, 2026.

Contact Information

Search Chair Name : Dr. Jeff Klibert

Email : jklibert@georgiasouthern.edu

Telephone : 912-478-7282

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .

Conditions of Employment

All work (with limited exceptions such as research and study abroad outside activities such as grading and email correspondence) for Georgia Southern University must be completed while the employee is physically present in the state of Georgia, unless specifically authorized by the university for a specific purpose and limited period of time within current policy.

Faculty are expected to contribute to the vibrant university community by engaging students, participating in events, and performing other responsibilities on-campus.

Faculty may be required to teach, conduct research, or perform service duties on any of the three campuses. Georgia Southern provides accessible transportation options between campuses.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Equal Employment Opportunity

More information about the institution is available through http : / / www.georgiasouthern.edu , https : / / www.georgiasouthern.edu / cbss / , or https : / / www.georgiasouthern.edu / cbss / psychology / . The names of applicants and nominees, vitae, and other non-evaluative information may be subject to public inspection under the Georgia Open Records Act. Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources : (912) 478-6947.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.

This position will not be required to drive.

This role is not considered a position of trust.

Background Check

Standard + Education

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