Location: Bowling Green, KY Category: Faculty Posted On: Fri Jan 31 2025 Job Description: The Western Kentucky University Psychology Department (www.wku.edu/psychology/) is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time, nine-month, non-tenure eligible appointment at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor with an anticipated start date of August 2025. This appointment will primarily support the school psychology (Ed.S.) program. The area of expertise is open, with a preference for the ability to teach courses within the school psychology program curriculum, particularly those related to applied practice. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: + teaching graduate and/or undergraduate courses, + assisting with cultivating and supervising practicum and internship placements, + conducting site visits, as needed, + advising undergraduate students, + serving on program, department, college, and university committees, and + other duties as assigned. In addition to our NASP-approved specialist in education program, the Department of Psychology has an undergraduate major in psychology, a master's program in clinical psychology, and a PsyD in applied psychology. The Department of Psychology is housed in the collaborative College of Education and Behavioral Sciences which also has programs in teacher education (including special 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. Dual career couples are encouraged to apply. Job Requirements: Applicants must have earned an Ed.S. (or equivalent) degree in school psychology plus hold five years of applied experience or a doctorate in school psychology (or closely related field) by the posted start date. Candidates should hold certification as a school psychologist and/or eligibility for psychology licensure in Kentucky. Applicants are expected to demonstrate potential for excellence in teaching and clinical supervision. Additional Information: 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 For information related to job postings, please email employment@wku.edu.