Assistant Professor, 9 Month Salaried (Clinical Psychology)

Job Title : Assistant Professor, 9 Month Salaried (Clinical Psychology)

Location : Tallahassee, FL

Regular / Temporary : Regular

Full / Part Time : Full-Time

Job ID : 61250

Department

Department of Psychology | College of Arts and Sciences

Responsibilities

The Department of Psychology at Florida State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Clinical Psychology with a start date in August 2026. Area of specialization and research is open.

Responsibilities will include conducting and publishing research in Clinical Psychology, teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, and providing service to the department through work on committees.

Qualifications

A Ph.D. or the highest degree appropriate from an accredited institution in Clinical Psychology or a related field is required.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong research program, high likelihood of obtaining extramural funding, potential for excellence in teaching and mentorship of undergraduate and graduate students, and the ability to train graduate students in our APA-accredited clinical psychology program. Candidates with lines of research in any area of Clinical Psychology are encouraged to apply.

Other Information

The Department of Psychology faculty are very active in research, with Ph.D. programs in clinical, cognitive, neuroscience, social, and developmental psychology. The department has an outstanding research infrastructure, relatively new laboratory space, and a fully-staffed electronics and machine shop. Faculty have access to core equipment and resources (e.g., a confocal microscope and common-use histology / molecular laboratory in the building and numerous other shared resources across the department and campus).

FSU has a state-of-the-art research-dedicated MRI center featuring a 3T Siemens Prisma scanner, an MR-compatible high-density EEG system, MR-compatible TMS and tES systems, as well as peripheral equipment. Our department has a favorable teaching load and a collegial atmosphere.

Contact Info

Inquiries about the position may be directed to Jesse Cougle, Search Chair, at cougle@psy.fsu.edu .

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https : / / hr.fsu.edu / facultyjobs. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU >

Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.

Applications must include : (1) cover letter (2-page maximum), (2) curriculum vitae, (3) research statement (3-page maximum), (4) teaching statement (3-page maximum), (5) up to four peer-reviewed papers, and (6) names and contact information for 3 letters of recommendation.

Considerations

This is a Faculty position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check .

Application review will begin on November 1, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.