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Assistant Professor School Psychology, Department of Counseling, Clinical, and School Psychology
Position overview
Position title: Assistant ProfessorApplication Window
Open date: August 19, 2026
Next review date: Monday, Oct 19, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Wednesday, Jun 30, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
We seek to appoint two new faculty members in School Psychology with expertise focused on advancing science supporting: (a) the social, emotional, and behavioral development and success of diverse children and youth at school, and/or (b) the academic and cognitive development and success of diverse children and youth at school. Candidates may demonstrate expertise in one or both of these areas. The two appointed faculty members will further the program’s reputation as a national and international leader in related scholarship, teaching, and clinical expertise.
Recent and prospective doctoral recipients, post-doctoral scholars, researchers, and faculty members at early career stages are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities will include (a) research and grant-writing, (b) graduate and undergraduate teaching, (c) clinical supervision, (d) doctoral student advising, and (e) university and public service.
Qualifications
Applicants must be enrolled in or have completed a doctoral program in School Psychology or a closely related field. At the time of application, applicants must have completed all doctoral degree requirements except the dissertation and/or predoctoral internship; applicants who are currently completing their predoctoral internship are eligible to apply.
Doctorate in School Psychology or related field by start date.
Doctoral Degree from an APA Accredited institution
Licensed or license-eligible in CA
Potential for Research Productivitiy
Potential for excellence in teaching and mentoring graduate and undergraduate students
Ability to interact and work collaboratively
Ability to work with undergraduates
Ability to work independently
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement of Research
Statement of Teaching
- 3-5 required (contact information only)
All candidates who advance to the finalist stage will have thier references solicited via UCRecruit.
Help contact: aaron.ballett@ucsb.edu
About UC Santa Barbara
As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.
- “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination as defined by the employer.
- UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
- UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, students and third parties
- APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
Additionally, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.