Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, Clinical Psychology

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

Saint Louis University, a Catholic, Jesuit institution dedicated to student learning, research, health care, and service is seeking applicants specializing in clinical psychology for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Psychology, beginning August 2026. Applicants from all areas will be considered; although, applicants with a child / adolescent focus that complements current concentrations would be desirable. Current concentrations include clinical child / adolescent psychology, clinical neuropsychology, health psychology, diversity and minority mental health, trauma psychology, sports psychology, and community psychology.

Applicants should have a or in clinical / counseling psychology from an APA- or CPA-accredited program and be licensed or license-eligible as a Health Service Provider psychologist in Missouri. Applicants must clearly demonstrate the ability to : 1) provide exceptional teaching, advising, and mentoring at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, 2) provide clinical supervision in our on-site Psychological Services Center training clinic, and 3) establish and maintain a productive, ongoing program of research with potential for independent or collaborative external funding as available.

We seek candidates committed to diversity and inclusion in teaching, research, and mentoring who are dedicated to racial and social justice, equity, and serving others (see University Mission Statement). The successful applicant for this position will become a faculty member of our APA-accredited Clinical Psychology doctoral program, which adheres to a scientist-practitioner training model. Interest in providing clinical supervision and teaching at the undergraduate (, Abnormal Psychology, General Psychology) and graduate level (, Assessment, Psychopathology, Interventions, Ethics) is desirable.

Excellent facilities and a competitive start-up package are provided. The Department of Psychology has 26 full time faculty, a large undergraduate studies program, and doctoral programs in clinical psychology, industrial-organizational psychology, and experimental psychology (with concentrations in cognitive neuroscience, developmental psychology, and social psychology). As an institution, Saint Louis University was recently recognized as a Carnegie Research 1 University.

All applications must be made online at and include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, statement of teaching experience and philosophy, and a diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence statement. Applicants should identify three references who will write letters of recommendation on their behalf and prepare a clinical work sample, which will be requested later in the selection process. Review of applications will begin October 27, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military / veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for completing the application and / or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.

Function

Nonmedical Primary Appointment

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military / veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and / or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.