Assistant Professor in Clinical Psychology in University of Connecticut – USA

Summary

The University of Connecticut, Department of Psychological Sciences, Storrs, invites applications for an open-rank Clinical Professor and Director of the Psychological Services Clinic. This is a ten-month, non-tenure track, annually renewable position with an anticipated start date of January 1, 2027. The successful candidate will oversee clinical services and training within the Psychological Services Clinic, supervise PhD students providing assessment and treatment services, and teach graduate courses. Applicants must hold a doctoral degree from an APA-accredited program and be licensed or license-eligible in Connecticut. The position requires expertise in cognitive psychological assessment of children and competence in evidence-based treatment. Applications close on October 5, 2026.

Key Facts

Department	Psychological Sciences
Position Type	Clinical Professor
Discipline	Clinical Psychology
Degree Required	Doctoral degree in a program accredited by the American Psychological Association
Contract Duration	Ten-month non-tenure track annually renewable position
Deadline	2026-10-05
Required Documents	Resume, Cover letter, Contact information of three professional references
Employer Address	UConn Storrs, Connecticut, USA

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of clinical services and clinical training provided by the Psychological Services Clinic in collaboration with the Director of Clinical Training and Clinical Psychology Program Head.
• Oversee the functioning of the Clinic's professional practice, including developing, implementing, and updating policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Director and Clinic Administrator to monitor compliance with records and the electronic medical record system.
• Supervise the Clinic Administrator and graduate student Clinic Assistant.
• Supervise the provision of therapy services by student clinicians.
• Teach graduate student courses specific to APA competency requirements.
• Contribute to general graduate student education.
• Provide supervision for psychological assessments completed by graduate students within the PSC.
• Provide assessment services and consultation to schools and community groups alongside graduate student trainees.
• Contribute to the supervision of child and adult therapy services provided by graduate students in the PSC.
• Oversee PSC operations in conjunction with the clinic administrator.

Required Skills

• Doctoral degree from an American Psychological Association accredited program
• Licensed or license-eligible in the State of Connecticut
• Ability to teach clinical psychology graduate courses, including History and Systems
• Expertise in cognitive psychological assessment of children
• Competence in evidence-based treatment
• Ability to provide psychotherapy supervision to graduate students
• Expertise in assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorders in children and adults (preferred)
• Administration of ADOS 2 (preferred)
• Familiarity with a range of standardized test instruments used for assessment of neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., ADHD, learning disorders) (preferred)
• Experience providing specific evidence-based treatments (e.g., CBT, ACT, PCIT, DBT) (preferred)
• Experience providing supervision to students in evidence-based treatments (preferred)

Who Should Apply

This position is suitable for individuals holding a doctoral degree from an APA-accredited program, who are licensed or license-eligible in Connecticut, and possess expertise in clinical psychology, particularly in cognitive psychological assessment of children and evidence-based treatments. Candidates should be prepared to oversee clinic operations, supervise graduate students, and teach graduate-level courses.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Eligibility for a two-year appointment after five years of service
• Eligibility for a multi-year contract beginning the seventh year
• Salary and benefits continued over 12 months
• Opportunity to earn additional compensation, not exceeding the equivalent of a twelve-month salary

About the Employer

The University of Connecticut (UConn) is a Land Grant, Sea Grant institution and a member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state's flagship institution of higher education, founded in 1881. UConn includes a main campus in Storrs, four regional campuses, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including Law, Medical, and Dental Schools. It has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 institution, recognized for the highest research activity, and is among the top 25 public universities in the nation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the anticipated start date for this position?

The anticipated start date for this position is January 1, 2027.

What is the duration and type of contract for this position?

This is a ten-month, non-tenure track, annually renewable position.

What are the minimum degree requirements for applicants?

Applicants must have a doctoral degree from a program accredited by the American Psychological Association.

What are the key responsibilities of the Director of the Psychological Services Clinic?

The Director oversees clinical services and training, supervises student clinicians, teaches graduate courses, and manages clinic operations.

What documents are required for the application?

Applicants must upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references.

Is a state license required for this position?

Yes, applicants must be licensed or license-eligible in the State of Connecticut.