Assistant Professor of Psychology

The Department of Psychology at Utah Tech University (UT) invites applications for two full-time tenure-track faculty positions as Assistant Professors of Psychology from individuals who hold a doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology from an APA-accredited program (or be ABD with anticipated completion before appointment).

We seek dedicated teacher-scholars who will contribute both to our undergraduate psychology program and a future Master's degree program in Clinical Psychology, which we are currently proposing and for which we will be seeking APA accreditation. We seek colleagues committed to excellence in teaching, clinical training, and program development-faculty who model ethical practice and are prepared to contribute to the education of future mental health professionals in alignment with APA accreditation standards. UT is particularly welcoming to active learning modalities in our coursework.

We are also interested in candidates who have experience and training in working ethically and effectively with diverse populations, and who demonstrate a strong commitment to multicultural competence. We also encourage applications from individuals who identify as members of historically marginalized or underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, BIPOC individuals, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and persons with disabilities. The program is dedicated to fostering an inclusive learning environment and values the unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions that diverse faculty bring to our community.

UT's psychology program includes a robust undergraduate program in Psychology and a graduate program in Marriage and Family Therapy, and is developing a new Master's degree in Clinical Psychology. The department has recently expanded into a new state-of-the-art building featuring a dedicated psychology training clinic. These positions provide a unique opportunity to build and shape a new graduate program in a dynamic and supportive academic environment.

More information about the department and its associated programs and faculty can be found online at https://psychology.utahtech.edu/. UT is establishing itself as a regional, comprehensive university with an "open, inclusive, comprehensive, and polytechnic mission". The Psychology Department plays an important role in fulfilling the university's mission in providing active learning opportunities for students that lead to successful careers.

This full-time, tenure-track position involves teaching responsibilities within the Psychology Department, including general education courses and courses within the major. Additionally, the successful candidate will be expected to fulfill service obligations and engage in scholarship commensurate with the expectations of a faculty member at a regional comprehensive university like UT. We encourage and value faculty scholarship that involves students, as well as scholarship that informs the faculty member's teaching.

The specific expectations for the successful candidate will be to:

• Teach a 12-credit load per semester, consisting of:

  • Two (2) undergraduate courses per semester that relate to the faculty member's expertise (e.g., psychology of abnormal behavior, introduction to clinical psychology) or one of our general education courses (Introduction to Psychology or Human Development Through the Lifespan).

  • Two (2) graduate-level courses in the MS Clinical Psychology program.

• Provide clinical supervision and training in our new on-campus Psychology Training Clinic.

• Support program development and APA accreditation preparation and review processes.

• Engage in departmental, college, and university service. Service expectations are phased in, with reduced responsibilities in the first two years to support teaching and program development.

• Engage in scholarship and/or creative activity appropriate to a teaching university. UT values both scholarship of discovery and scholarship of pedagogy within the context of our teaching mission. Clinical work associated with mental health therapy is an accepted form of scholarly engagement when accompanied by other scholarly production such as conference presentations or publications.

We are especially interested in applicants whose clinical expertise focuses on adults, though experience with adolescents and children will also be valued. Our graduate curriculum emphasizes philosophy and ethics of clinical practice, as well as psychological assessment and diagnosis of mental disorders.

• Doctorate (PhD or PsyD) in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology from an APA-accredited program (required) or be ABD from such a program with anticipated completion before appointment (July 1, 2026).

• Evidence of effective teaching and clinical supervision.

• Commitment to ethical practice, cultural humility, and preparing students for professional licensure.

• Familiarity with AI tools and a willingness to thoughtfully incorporate them into teaching as appropriate.

POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Full-time (9-month) tenure-track faculty position. Faculty service begins August 2026, with pay and benefits starting July 1, 2026. Annual salary of $64,000-$67,000 depending on qualifications and experience, with additional compensation available for optional summer/overload teaching. Excellent benefits package included that begins on start date; includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, employee assistance and wellness programs, retirement plan contributions, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents. See https://humanresources.utahtech.edu/employee-benefits/ under "Benefits Summary" for more details.

ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Application review begins October 27, 2025; position open until filled. Candidates must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three professional references (including email addresses), transcripts, and a Student Success Statement (1-2 pages about the candidate's teaching or other professional experience working with a wide range of student academic preparedness). Please upload all the requested documents when you submit your application. Employment is contingent upon successful completion and certification of required degrees and upon successfully passing a background check. If, because of a disability, you need special services or facilities to apply for this opening, please call the Human Resources Office (435) 652-7520.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: Utah Tech University is an open, comprehensive, polytechnic institution, committed to exceptional student learning and success that has adopted an instructional approach of "active learning. active life" and a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied, and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered. Established in 1911 as a community college and in 2013 as a state university, our University is located in picturesque southwestern Utah, approximately 120 miles north of Las Vegas. The area is renowned for its red rocks, desert climate, over 300 days of sunshine annually, and featuring easy access to world-class outdoor recreational opportunities. Click here to learn more about the University.

Utah Tech University is a fast-growing Utah public institution of higher education, with more than 13,000 students. We offer over 250 programs, including doctoral, masters, bachelors, associates, certificates, endorsements, minors, and/or emphases. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied, and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered, who bring new ideas, possess values and career aspirations aligned with the University's mission and vision, and are inspired to build a premier open, comprehensive, polytechnic university. Utah Tech University is an Equal Opportunity employer; the President and employees of the University are fully committed to equal opportunity within its employment programs and activities. Utah Tech does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or the University's non-discrimination policies:

• Director of Equal Opportunity Compliance / Title IX Coordinator: Hazel Sainsbury - titleix@utahtech.edu, HCC 579, 435-652-7747.
• Deputy Title IX Coordinator: Brenda Medrano - titleix@utahtech.edu, BROWN 102, 435-879-4769.

• U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, ocr@ed.gov, 800-421-3481.
• U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, ocr.denver@ed.gov, 303-844-5695.