Tenure Track Position in Clinical/Counseling Psychology

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania enrolls approximately 8,000 students in graduate and undergraduate programs. The university is located in the borough of Kutztown in a charming rural setting, and is within 20 minutes driving time of the diverse metropolitan areas of Allentown/Bethlehem and Reading, and within 60 minutes of the Philadelphia metropolitan area. The university is very interested in hiring employees who have had extensive experience with diverse populations.

The Department of Psychology at Kutztown University invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor position with a specialization in clinical/counseling psychology beginning August 2024. In accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, performance review and evaluation of faculty is based on effective teaching and fulfillment of professional responsibilities; continuing scholarly growth; and service. Required: an earned doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology or a related discipline by the start of Fall 2024 semester classes, or ABD with terminal degree completed by Dec. 31, 2025; two years of teaching experience at the college level or equivalent; and the ability to teach Abnormal Psychology and Introduction to Clinical Psychology. Faculty members are also expected to supervise undergraduate internships. Teaching load is four courses per semester. Preference will be given to candidates who show demonstrated experience in teaching diverse populations. Successful interview and demonstration of teaching effectiveness required.

Complete applications will contain a cover letter, vita, teaching statement, research statement, copies of graduate and undergraduate transcripts (official transcripts need to be supplied at the time of the interview), and contact information for 3 professional references. Send materials to Dr. Michele Baranczyk, Search Committee Chair, Dept. of Psychology, Kutztown University, 15200 Kutztown Road, Kutztown, PA 19530; or electronically to baranczy@kutztown.edu. Review of applications will begin on Oct. 16, 2023.

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and actively solicits applications from women and minority candidates.  Kutztown University of Pennsylvania is a member of the State System of Higher Education. All applicants for employment are subject to a criminal background check.