The University of La Verne’s PsyD program in Clinical Psychology invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin with the 2026-2027 academic year. The position is core faculty in our APA-accredited PsyD program in Clinical Psychology.
Qualifications for the position:
- Doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology;
- Completion of, or presently in the process of completing, an APA-accredited doctoral program and APA-accredited internship;
- Demonstrated teaching experience.
Primary consideration for:
- Training or expertise in at least one of the following areas: assessment, biological bases of behavior, consultation, evidence-based practice, human development/lifespan.
- Completed, or presently in the process of completing, post-doctoral hours towards licensure;
- Applicants who have obtained licensure as a Psychologist;
- Applicants with graduate teaching experience.
Specific duties include:
- Teaching 5 courses per year;
- Serving as dissertation chair and committee member;
- Conducting and publishing research;
- Providing advisement and mentoring;
- Service on committees in the college and university.
Selected candidates are expected to obtain licensure in California by tenure. The salary range is dependent upon qualifications and college equity. Benefits of employment include a comprehensive health and welfare plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse and dependent children, and an 8% contribution to the university’s 403(b) retirement plan.
Review of applications will begin November 3, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. To apply, please visit https://laverne.peopleadmin.com/postings/14477. Applicants should submit a cover letter of interest describing their teaching philosophy and research agenda, curriculum vita, representative publications, evidence of teaching experience, and a list of three professional references.
The University of La Verne is a comprehensive private university founded in 1891 and located in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains about 35 miles east of Los Angeles. The university is designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). The PsyD program is committed to teaching and scholarly excellence, values a multicultural psychology perspective, fosters a collegial learning community and actively strives to incorporate cultural diversity and multiculturalism into its mission. We welcome students, faculty, and staff from diverse ethnic, cultural, religious, sexual orientation, age, and ability backgrounds. Learn more about the university at laverne.edu.