Assistant Professor in Psychology​/School Psychology

Position

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor – Behavioral and Social Sciences

College:
Behavioral and Social Sciences

Department:
Psychology

Position starts:
Fall 2027

Initial review date: 08/31/2026 (applications received after that date may be considered)

Salary:
Salary commensurate with education and experience (anticipated range: $74,652 – $89,772 per year)

• Completed 3‑year Master’s or Education Specialist degree (e.g., School Psychology) or a doctoral degree in psychology, education, or a related field. Candidates nearing completion of the doctoral degree may be considered; all requirements for conferral must be met no later than the start date of the position.
• For candidates with a Master’s or Education Specialist degree: current California credentialing/licensing as a School Psychologist, Psychologist, or Licensed Educational Psychologist; at least three years of professional work experience as a School Psychologist in pre‑K‑12 schools; experience in delivering undergraduate/graduate instruction or professional development; a record and/or plan for research and/or scholarly activities.
• For candidates with a doctoral degree: CA credentialing/licensing, or intention to obtain it, as a School Psychologist, Psychologist, or Licensed Educational Psychologist; must achieve credentialing/licensure by the end of the third year to continue employment. Experience in delivering undergraduate/graduate instruction or professional development; a record and/or plan for research and/or scholarly activities.

• Train and supervise school psychology graduate students.
• Develop and maintain a successful program of research or scholarly activity; seek external funding.
• Provide service to support the administrative and advising needs of the School Psychology program.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff coordinating the program; potential development of program leadership.
• Maintain student‑centered teaching practices that support diverse student success.
• Teaching assignments based upon qualifications and departmental needs.

Applicants must submit through the official online application system:

• Cover letter addressing past or planned teaching with diverse student groups
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Contact information for three professional references

Dr. Martin van den Berg, Department Chair
Department of Psychology
California State University, Chico
Chico, CA 95929‑0234

Chico State is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status and only employ individuals authorized to work in the United States.

All positions are contingent on funding.

All candidates are required to undergo a background check, including a criminal records check, before any offer of employment. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status or continued employment.