Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology or related field such as psychiatry; research agenda emphasizing

Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology or related field such as psychiatry (with a research agenda emphasizing biological bases of psychopathology)

Department of Psychology

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Assistant Professor

Fall 2027

The Department of Psychology at California State University, Fullerton, invites applications for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor position in Psychology with an appointment to begin Fall 2027. In particular, we seek to hire a clinical psychologist with a research agenda emphasizing biological bases of psychopathology.

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities.

CSUF complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy.

We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

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The ideal candidate for this position is a committed teacher‑scholar who brings empirical research to life for students in classrooms, labs, and individually mentored projects. They teach broadly in the curricula of the department, with their teaching focused on clinical psychology classes. They mentor and advise students, publish empirical research on the biological bases of psychopathology, and serve on department, college, and university committees.

The ideal candidate is committed to mentoring both undergraduate and graduate students from diverse backgrounds and to involving students in an active research program. They are also committed to participation in the life and development of the department‑including regularly serving on committees‑and participation in the broader university and disciplinary communities. The Department of Psychology and CSUF have a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of inclusive excellence.

Individuals advancing the University's strategic goals and those from groups whose under representation in the American professoriate has been severe and longstanding are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology or doctorate in a related field such as psychiatry. ABDs may apply but are expected to complete their degree by the appointment date.
• Program of clinically relevant research, with an emphasis on biological foundations of psychopathology.
• Demonstrated experience in and commitment to publishing empirical research in high-quality, peer-reviewed outlets.
• Demonstrated potential in obtaining external funding as a principal investigator.
• Demonstrated interest in teaching core courses in the Master of Science in Clinical Psychology curriculum (https://psychology.fullerton.edu/academics/graduate/ms-program.html) and clinically relevant undergraduate classes such as Psychological Disorders, Psychopharmacology, and Survey of Clinical Psychology.
• Demonstrated experience in and commitment to excellence in teaching and mentorship.
• Demonstrated experience in and commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive environment through activities in research, teaching, mentorship, and/or service.

• Experience managing a strong research program that involves both undergraduate and graduate students.
• Has served as the principal investigator in an external grant.
• Licensed or license-eligible as a Psychologist in California.

A complete online application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply, please visit…