Assistant Professor of Psychology

Title: Assistant Professor of Psychology

Employee Classification: Asst Professor

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Lib Arts & Soc Sci

Department: UNT-Psychology-122500

Job Location: Denton

Salary: commensurate upon experience

FTE: 1.00

Retirement Eligibility: ORP Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu .

Department Summary

The UNT Department of Psychology has grown by more than 60% in the last 3 years, now with more than 36 faculty members. We have more than 3000 undergraduate majors. There are three doctoral programs in the department: Behavioral Science, Counseling Psychology (APA-accredited), and Clinical Psychology (APA-accredited). Across the three programs, we have approximately 110 graduate students. The department has established formal and informal mentoring networks and processes by which every faculty member can succeed, feel supported, and find community.

UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.

Position Overview

The Department of Psychology at the University of North Texas (UNT) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position within our Behavioral Science Program, beginning Fall 2025. Our program covers core areas of basic research including social, developmental, biological, and cognitive psychology, with an emphasis on health, trauma, sleep, and substance use. The specific area of research for this faculty position is open. However, preference will be given to candidates whose research complements our existing strengths and/or have the potential to train graduate students seeking careers in either academic or non-academic professional careers. Successful applicants are expected to demonstrate high potential for research productivity, grant funding, teaching, and mentoring students.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Psychology or related field at the time of appointment
• Record of scholarly success.

Preferred Qualifications

• Record of, or having the potential for, securing extramural funding
• High quality publications and professional presentations

Work Schedule:

varies based on assignment

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

References will not be contacted unless you become a finalist.

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here .

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.