University of Missouri-Kansas City
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR of CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY / UMKC SCHOOL of EDUCATION, SOCIAL WO
University of Missouri-Kansas City, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101
Overview
The Department of Psychology and Counseling, within the School of Education, Social Work, and Psychological Sciences, at the University of Missouri-Kansas City seeks to hire a 9-month, tenure-track, benefits-eligible, Assistant Professor in Clinical Psychology with research and teaching expertise in Child or Adolescent Clinical Psychology to begin in Fall 2026.
Our department has a PhD program in Clinical Psychology accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA). The program faculty is committed to rigorous training, innovative research, and the development of skilled, compassionate clinicians and researchers who are able to work effectively in a wide range of settings. We also have an undergraduate program in Psychology and a master\'s program in Counseling (accredited by the Masters in Psychology and Counseling Accreditation Council [MPCAC]). The School Counseling emphasis area within our master\'s program is accredited by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. In addition, our Department houses the Community Counseling and Assessment Services (CCAS) clinic, an in-house training facility that provides services to the greater Kansas City metropolitan area. We are excited to support and grow our Department through this Assistant Professor position.
The Department of Psychology and Counseling is a community of 17 psychological scientists, practitioners, and educators who are dedicated to supporting our students\' academic and career success. We value interdisciplinary perspectives and seek a colleague who shares our commitment to student achievement and academic excellence. Our faculty collaborates with diverse communities, schools, mental health settings, and medical organizations across our campus, the region, and the nation. Please visit our website for a full description of our Department, programs, faculty, and resources.
Job Description The Department seeks a colleague with research and teaching expertise in Child or Adolescent Clinical Psychology, who demonstrates potential for excellence in research, will contribute to our clinical psychology program as well as to our other academic programs, and is dedicated to graduate and undergraduate teaching through various modalities, including in-person, blended, online synchronous, and online asynchronous. The candidate selected will join a collaborative and interdisciplinary group of faculty and staff.
Successful candidates will be expected to:
maintain an active research program that contributes to the Department\'s commitment to encourage inclusive excellence and lead change through innovative research;
maintain a record of peer-reviewed publications;
seek and secure external funding as needed for sustained research productivity;
mentor and provide research supervision for our Clinical Psychology PhD students, as well as have opportunities to mentor students from our BA and MA programs;
demonstrate teaching excellence in graduate and undergraduate courses;
provide service commensurate with the Assistant Professor rank; and
effectively collaborate with faculty in program development and in support of our teaching, research, and mentoring missions.
This is a full time [100% FTE], benefit-eligible, 9-month ranked academic appointment to begin Fall Semester 2026. Summer teaching is available.
Qualifications Candidates must have a PhD (awarded by 9-1-26) in Clinical Psychology from an APA-accredited program. Preference will be given to candidates with prior university teaching experience, a record of scholarship commensurate with the rank of Assistant Professor, and eligibility for licensure as a psychologist within 24 months.
Anticipated Hiring Range Salary is commensurate with credentials, experience, and demonstrated potential for success in externally funded research. Full time [100% FTE], benefit-eligible, 9-month ranked academic appointment to begin Fall Semester 2026. Summer teaching is available. Our academic schedules and workloads provide for a positive work/life balance.
Application Materials For consideration, you must apply online at www.umkc.edu/hr/careers/, click on Academic Positions (Job Opening ID 57065).
Please combine all application materials into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload it as a resume attachment. Limit the document name to 50 characters. Do not include special characters. The maximum file size limit is 11 MB.
Required materials include:
a cover letter outlining research and teaching interests;
a current Curriculum Vitae;
teaching evaluations (if available);
reprints or links to reprints for up to three publications;
current contact information for three professional references. Letters of recommendation will be requested for finalists.
Inquiries about the position may be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Johanna Nilsson (nilssonj@umkc.edu).
If you are experiencing technical problems during application, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu.
Reasonable accommodations may be requested during the application and recruitment process. If you need an accommodation, please contact the Office of Affirmative Action at (816) 235-1323.
We will contact references and request educational transcripts for all candidates that advance to the finalist stage. The candidate hired for this position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check prior to beginning employment.
Application Deadline Review of applications will begin on September 15, 2025, and continue until a qualified candidate is selected.
Other Information The University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) is the largest comprehensive, fully accredited university in the Kansas City area. UMKC was designated as a Very High Spending and Doctorate Production (R1) institute by the Carnegie Classification. UMKC Forward and the School of Education, Social Work, and Psychological Sciences guide our mission to prepare educators, mental health professionals, and researchers who engage in critical thinking and community service.
UMKC is a public, urban, research university with more than 15,000 students. Details about benefits and equal opportunity statements are available through UM System resources.
Community Information Kansas City is a vibrant metropolitan area with cultural districts, sports, and a growing innovation ecosystem. The city offers a balance of urban energy and families-friendly neighborhoods, with opportunities for professional and personal growth.
Benefit Eligibility This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts. For more information, visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website. Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA accommodations can be requested via the Office of Equity & Title IX.
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Our department has a PhD program in Clinical Psychology accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA). The program faculty is committed to rigorous training, innovative research, and the development of skilled, compassionate clinicians and researchers who are able to work effectively in a wide range of settings. We also have an undergraduate program in Psychology and a master\'s program in Counseling (accredited by the Masters in Psychology and Counseling Accreditation Council [MPCAC]). The School Counseling emphasis area within our master\'s program is accredited by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. In addition, our Department houses the Community Counseling and Assessment Services (CCAS) clinic, an in-house training facility that provides services to the greater Kansas City metropolitan area. We are excited to support and grow our Department through this Assistant Professor position.
The Department of Psychology and Counseling is a community of 17 psychological scientists, practitioners, and educators who are dedicated to supporting our students\' academic and career success. We value interdisciplinary perspectives and seek a colleague who shares our commitment to student achievement and academic excellence. Our faculty collaborates with diverse communities, schools, mental health settings, and medical organizations across our campus, the region, and the nation. Please visit our website for a full description of our Department, programs, faculty, and resources.
Job Description The Department seeks a colleague with research and teaching expertise in Child or Adolescent Clinical Psychology, who demonstrates potential for excellence in research, will contribute to our clinical psychology program as well as to our other academic programs, and is dedicated to graduate and undergraduate teaching through various modalities, including in-person, blended, online synchronous, and online asynchronous. The candidate selected will join a collaborative and interdisciplinary group of faculty and staff.
Successful candidates will be expected to:
maintain an active research program that contributes to the Department\'s commitment to encourage inclusive excellence and lead change through innovative research;
maintain a record of peer-reviewed publications;
seek and secure external funding as needed for sustained research productivity;
mentor and provide research supervision for our Clinical Psychology PhD students, as well as have opportunities to mentor students from our BA and MA programs;
demonstrate teaching excellence in graduate and undergraduate courses;
provide service commensurate with the Assistant Professor rank; and
effectively collaborate with faculty in program development and in support of our teaching, research, and mentoring missions.
This is a full time [100% FTE], benefit-eligible, 9-month ranked academic appointment to begin Fall Semester 2026. Summer teaching is available.
Qualifications Candidates must have a PhD (awarded by 9-1-26) in Clinical Psychology from an APA-accredited program. Preference will be given to candidates with prior university teaching experience, a record of scholarship commensurate with the rank of Assistant Professor, and eligibility for licensure as a psychologist within 24 months.
Anticipated Hiring Range Salary is commensurate with credentials, experience, and demonstrated potential for success in externally funded research. Full time [100% FTE], benefit-eligible, 9-month ranked academic appointment to begin Fall Semester 2026. Summer teaching is available. Our academic schedules and workloads provide for a positive work/life balance.
Application Materials For consideration, you must apply online at www.umkc.edu/hr/careers/, click on Academic Positions (Job Opening ID 57065).
Please combine all application materials into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload it as a resume attachment. Limit the document name to 50 characters. Do not include special characters. The maximum file size limit is 11 MB.
Required materials include:
a cover letter outlining research and teaching interests;
a current Curriculum Vitae;
teaching evaluations (if available);
reprints or links to reprints for up to three publications;
current contact information for three professional references. Letters of recommendation will be requested for finalists.
Inquiries about the position may be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Johanna Nilsson (nilssonj@umkc.edu).
If you are experiencing technical problems during application, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu.
Reasonable accommodations may be requested during the application and recruitment process. If you need an accommodation, please contact the Office of Affirmative Action at (816) 235-1323.
We will contact references and request educational transcripts for all candidates that advance to the finalist stage. The candidate hired for this position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check prior to beginning employment.
Application Deadline Review of applications will begin on September 15, 2025, and continue until a qualified candidate is selected.
Other Information The University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) is the largest comprehensive, fully accredited university in the Kansas City area. UMKC was designated as a Very High Spending and Doctorate Production (R1) institute by the Carnegie Classification. UMKC Forward and the School of Education, Social Work, and Psychological Sciences guide our mission to prepare educators, mental health professionals, and researchers who engage in critical thinking and community service.
UMKC is a public, urban, research university with more than 15,000 students. Details about benefits and equal opportunity statements are available through UM System resources.
Community Information Kansas City is a vibrant metropolitan area with cultural districts, sports, and a growing innovation ecosystem. The city offers a balance of urban energy and families-friendly neighborhoods, with opportunities for professional and personal growth.
Benefit Eligibility This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts. For more information, visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website. Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA accommodations can be requested via the Office of Equity & Title IX.
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