Job Description
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Job Overview The Department of Psychology at the University of Cincinnati (UC) seeks to hire a tenure-track Assistant Professor in clinical psychology who will contribute to the department's research, undergraduate and graduate teaching, and service missions. Our department includes faculty with nationally funded research programs focused on neuropsychology, pediatric psychology, health equity, couples and families, immigrant populations, and other research areas, so potential for collaboration is strong. We are seeking a colleague who will make contributions to the research and clinical training experiences we offer in our clinical psychology doctoral program. Outside of the Psychology Department, this position affords opportunities to collaborate on research efforts with Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, UC College of Medicine, and local community agencies. UC is a diverse university community, and it is a vital part of our mission to help students from a wide range of backgrounds to succeed.
The department is particularly interested in increasing its existing strength in international studies in clinical psychology, with a focus on the cultural relevance of clinical psychology to global populations. We are currently seeking to expand our offerings of undergraduate courses in clinical psychology.
Essential Functions The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Teach Psychology courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Teaching assignments will align with the candidate's expertise and interests and will include undergraduate teaching (such as but not limited to Theories of Clinical Intervention) and doctoral level teaching (such as but not limited to Multicultural Theories and Practices in Clinical Psychology).
- Conduct an active program of research in areas including (but not limited to) diversity and cultural competencies in Clinical and Counseling Psychology, global clinical psychology, behavioral health, and the pedagogy of clinical psychology training. This includes maintaining a productive research agenda and disseminating findings through peer-reviewed publications, presentations, and other scholarly outlets, and seeking grant support for studies.
- Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in their research activities.
- Provide clinical supervision to doctoral students in the department's Behavioral Health Center.
- Contribute to service at the departmental, university, and professional levels. This includes participating in departmental committees (such as Honors and Awards or Undergraduate Curriculum Committee) and engaging in professional activities such as journal peer review and service on committees within relevant professional organizations.
Minimum Requirements Prior to effective date of appointment, all of the following:
- Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Clinical Psychology or Counseling Psychology from an APA-accredited program
- Completion of a one-year APA-accredited clinical internship in Psychology as part of a Ph.D. program.
- License eligibility as a Psychologist in Ohio, as defined by Ohio's State Board of Psychology (
- Evidence of expertise in the mental health field through scholarly works including 10 publications in peer-reviewed journals as primary author and 10 presentations at professional conferences.
- Teaching experience as evidenced by experience serving as Instructor of Record for at least one course for at least one semester at both the undergraduate and doctoral levels, including one doctoral course related to clinical or counseling psychology.
- Successful funding experience as evidenced by applying for and receiving one grant for research in the field of Psychology.
- Completed at least one year of a postdoctoral research training fellowship.
Application Process Interested and qualified applicants must apply online. In addition to completing the online application, applicants must include the following:
- A cover letter describing your qualifications not to exceed three pages that includes a description of research interests and research funding history and teaching philosophy and experience.
- Names, titles, and contact information for at least three but no more than five professional references
Please use the additional documents feature as needed for these items.
Review of applications will begin August 25, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.
Please send inquiries regarding the position to the search chair:
Farrah Jacquez, Ph.D.
Professor of Psychology
Farrah.jacquez@uc.edu
Compensation and Benefits UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. ( UC Benefits Link ) Highlights include:
Comprehensive Tuition Remission UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position.
Real Work-Life Balance UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents
Additional Benefits Include: - Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
- Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
- Professional development & mentorship opportunities
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Assistant Professor, Psychology, College of Arts and Sciences Date: Sep 5, 2025
Location:
Cincinnati, OH, US
Facility: Main Campus
Nearest Major Market: Cincinnati
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