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Overview Assistant or Associate Professor – Clinical Psychology (Tenure Track) – University of Illinois Chicago (UIC). The Department of Psychology in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor‑level tenure‑track faculty position in the Clinical Psychology program to begin August 16, 2026. The successful candidate will have a promising program of research, contribute to teaching and student success at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and demonstrate competency in incorporating principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the research and teaching contexts. We are particularly interested in candidates whose research focuses integratively on mental and/or physical health equity, in one or more of these areas: (1) Health psychology; (2) Implementation science; and/or (3) Person- and community-centered intervention development. UIC is an urban research university and a federally‑designated Minority‑Serving Institution. Applicants should be committed to advancing diversity and equity in the classroom, research laboratory, and beyond. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, with consideration of internal equity. The standard teaching load for tenure‑track faculty in the department is three courses per academic year. Final authorization of the position is subject to availability of funding and other conditions described below. Responsibilities Develop and sustain a productive program of research in Clinical Psychology with potential for external funding. Contribute to teaching and student success at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion principles in research and teaching contexts. Collaborate with colleagues on campus and with other Chicago metropolitan area universities and medical institutions. Disseminate findings through high-quality scholarship and graduate training activities. Qualifications Ph.D. in Psychology by the time of appointment and completion of an APA‑approved internship. Scholarly productivity and potential for obtaining external funding. Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in research and teaching. Ability to contribute to teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Benefits and Environment The University of Illinois Chicago offers a competitive benefits portfolio. There are extensive opportunities for collaboration on campus and with other universities in the Chicago metropolitan area. UIC is home to a number of strong programs and a broad array of colleges including public health and social work. Application Process Application deadline: September 26, 2025 by 4PM (CST). Applicants must submit an online application to the UIC Job Board and upload a cover letter, CV, research statement, teaching statement, and diversity statement, and provide the email addresses of three references. References will be solicited upon request. Questions about the application process should be directed to the search committee co‑chairs, Dr. Michael Meinzer (mmeinzer@uic.edu) and Dr. Loretta Hsueh (lhsueh@uic.edu). For questions about the position, contact Jessie Morris‑Forristall at jmorri7@uic.edu. Questions about the position, background checks, and other employment policies are described by UIC. The University of Illinois is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. The university may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. EEO/AA employer; accommodations are available on request. See the HR and job postings for more information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Asian American Psychological Association

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