Psychology, Tenure Track Assistant Professor (Counseling)

Job description

Psychology, Tenure Track Assistant Professor (Counseling)

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Psychology, Tenure Track Assistant Professor (Counseling).

Position Details

Location

Hattiesburg

118 College Drive

Hattiesburg, Mississippi,

United States

Division

School of Psychology

Position Type

Faculty

Employment Status

Full Time

Grant Funded

No

Pay Grade

Generic Grade

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants Review of applications will begin October 1st but we welcome applications anytime andwill continue to review as received until the position is filled. Contact Dr. Emily Bullock Yowell to inquire aboutthe position at A completed application will include1) a cover letter describing strengths and qualifications for the position, 2)a CV, 3) names and contact information for three references (letters will berequested following initial review), and 4) academic transcripts (unofficialtranscripts are acceptable).

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in theUnited States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. TheUniversity will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Job Summary The University of Southern Mississippi School of Psychology invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning August 2027. As a scientist-practitioner program within a large, research-active School of Psychology, we seek colleagues who are committed to high-quality teaching, research, service, and clinical training. Faculty benefit from a collaborative and supportive environment, opportunities for community -engaged research with diverse and underserved populations, and strong institutional support for developing and sustaining productive research programs. Resources include college-level assistance in securing external funding and access to a large undergraduate participation pool. Additional resources are available through the University's Center for Faculty Development, which provides professional development opportunities in teaching, mentoring, scholarship, and leadership for faculty at all career stages. We foster a culture of mentorship, collegiality, and work-life balance, with support for faculty development throughout the tenure and promotion process. We welcome applicants who are eager to advance their research programs while contributing to the School's collegial, student-centered community.Southern Miss offers faculty the opportunity to contribute to the success of first-generation and diverse college students through teaching, mentorship, research, and clinical training. Faculty contribute across the School's academic offerings, including teaching courses for our large undergraduate major and clinical training within our graduate programs, often drawing on their own research and clinical expertise. Research mentoring provides additional opportunities to support students' professional development outside the classroom. Faculty are also encouraged to engage in university service through admissions, professional development, and committee work, contributing to growth and success of or programs.Clinical training includes on-campus supervision of master's students in external clinical placements and faculty-supervised practica through our in-house training clinic, the Center for Behavioral Health (CBH). The CBH's state-of-the-art video system supports high-quality supervision, while its diverse clientele provides students with experience working with a broad range of presenting concerns and populations. The CBH also facilitates research collaborations among faculty and students across the School. For applied faculty, Mississippi's licensure requirements do not include postdoctoral supervised experience, enabling a more streamlined path to professional licensure.The School of Psychology enrolls approximately 600 undergraduate majors and 125 graduate students across three APA -accredited doctoral programs (Counseling, Clinical, and School Psychology), a doctoral program in Experimental Psychology, and a MPCAC-accredited master's program in Counseling Psychology. Graduate curricula are intentionally coordinated to provide opportunities for students from different disciplines to learn alongside one another and develop an appreciation for interdisciplinary collaboration. We seek colleagues who will contribute to our team-oriented culture and advance the School's mission. More information can be found at

PrimaryDuties and Responsibilities

Developand maintain a robust program of research.

Teachundergraduate and graduate classes, including graduate level practicum courses.

Obtainlicensure in the state of Mississippi (note that MS doesnot require postdoctoral hours).

Seekextramural funding.

Contributeto the mission of the university and profession through service activities.

Performother duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include a doctoral degree in counseling psychology or related fields (by August 2027) and completion of an APA-accredited predoctoral internship.

Applicants must be eligible for licensure as a psychologist in the State of Mississippi.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Exceptional writtenand oral communication and interpersonal skills.

Proven trackrecord of innovative teaching practices and the ability to teacheffectively at the university level in an undergraduate and graduate psychologyprogram.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegiallywith students, staff, and faculty from all backgrounds, programs, and colleges.

Knowledge of the field of Psychology and associated researchmethodologies, teaching, and scholarly tools.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated record of, or potential for, conducting research, obtaining extramural funding, and high-quality teaching and mentoring of graduate and undergraduate students.

About The University of Southern Mississippi

Since our founding in 1910, The University of SouthernMississippi has remained dedicated to preparingstudents for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 studentsin Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across theMississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Weare a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one ofthe nation's leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work inpolymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringinglanguage to children with communication disorders. We are also a nationalleader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography,nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.

We produce graduates ready to enterfields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs suchas computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We're developing the next generation ofbusiness leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages byproducing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition ofexcellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nationaccredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, ourstudent-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion andpersistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit

The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.

Worksite address

hattiesburg, MS, 39400, US

Who can apply

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