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SMU 52830 Assistant Professor of Psychology

Position Number: 6499102
Location: Dallas, TX
Position Type: Liberal Arts - Psychology

SMU 52830 Assistant Professor of Psychology
Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences

Location: Dallas
Open Date: Aug 21, 2025

Description:
Applications are invited for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Psychological Clinical Science (Position No. 52830) to begin in August 2026.

The Department of Psychology is seeking candidates with a program of research in a substantive area of Psychological Clinical Science including, but not limited to measurement, classification, etiology, mechanisms, prevention, and/or treatment of psychopathology (broadly defined).

Applicants who use methodologies and/or data analytic approaches that can leverage the resources of the O'Donell Data Science and Research Computing Institute, such as computational modeling and machine learning applications; intensive mobile data collection and data sensing (e.g., geolocation, smartphone usage); use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology for assessment or interventions; and/or high-speed computing for analysis of large datasets, are encouraged to apply. More information about the O'Donnell Data Science and Research Computing Institute can be found at: https://www.smu.edu/provost/odonnell-institute.

SMU is a nationally ranked, private, non-sectarian research institution located in one of the nation's fastest-growing metropolitan areas. Researchers are part of an inclusive and intellectually vibrant community of internationally recognized scholars across the humanities, social and life sciences, mathematical sciences, engineering, and business. SMU offers excellent benefits, including full same-sex domestic partner benefits. The City of Dallas is one of the nation's most cosmopolitan culture and global business centers, and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex is the fourth largest in the US. Explore Dedman College at https://www.smu.edu/dedman , and SMU at http://www.smu.edu.

Qualifications:
Applicants with a Ph.D. in any area of psychology will be considered; however, preference will be given to applicants with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. A Ph.D. is required at the time of the appointment. Successful candidates must be able to contribute meaningfully to our doctoral program in clinical science, which is a member of the Academy of Psychological Clinical Science and accredited by the American Psychological Association. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain a rigorous and highly productive research program that has the potential to generate external funding. Candidates also must be committed to excellence in teaching and mentoring at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. For additional information about our faculty, the doctoral program, and the department, visit https://www.smu.edu/dedman/academics/departments/psychology.

Application Instructions:
To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/170520

Applications must be submitted electronically via Interfolio to https://apply.interfolio.com/170520. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter highlighting the candidate's qualifications; a curriculum vitae; a statement of research; a statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness; and up to 5 representative publications or preprints. Three letters of reference should be sent separately via Interfolio. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by October 8, 2025; however, the committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. For questions about the search submission process or position, contact Chrystyna Kouros (ckouros@smu.edu), Psychology Search Committee Chair. The committee will notify applicants of its employment decisions after the position is filled. Hiring is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check.

SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Assistant Vice President for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu.