The Western Kentucky University Psychology Department (www.wku.edu/psychology/) is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-eligible appointment at the rank of assistant professor. Employment begins with the Spring or Fall 2026 semester. We are seeking someone to teach undergraduate courses in applied mental health (for example Psychology of Adjustment, Psychological Interviewing, Behavior Modification, etc.). Area of expertise is open.

Responsibilities for the position include:

• teaching primarily undergraduate courses, with the possibility of teaching graduate courses in the area of expertise,
• conducting and publishing scholarly research,
• advising undergraduate students,
• serving on department, college, and university committees
• other duties as assigned.

The Department of Psychology has an undergraduate major in psychology, a master's program in clinical psychology, an EdS in school psychology, and a PsyD in applied psychology. The Department of Psychology is housed in the collaborative College of Education and Behavioral Sciences which has programs in teacher education, counseling, educational leadership and administration, military sciences, and more.

WKU's Department of Psychology is committed to initiatives pertaining to first generation students and promoting inclusive excellence overall, while increasing the diversity of the University community. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths or experiences in this area.

The WKU Psychology Department is currently advertising other positions and dual career couples are encouraged to apply.
 

Applicants must have an earned doctorate (PhD or PsyD) in Psychology with a background in mental health or a closely related field by the posted start date.

 

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

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