Description
General Information
The Department of Psychology in the Crean College of Health and Behavioral Sciences at Chapman University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Psychology beginning August 2027.
This position is closely linked to our newly established Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology, a program designed to prepare students for advanced study in graduate programs and careers the health professions. The BS curriculum emphasizes research methods, statistics, psychobiology, and health science, and this faculty member will play a central role in shaping its identity and trajectory. This is a tenure-track position with 50% of faculty time devoted to research, reflecting Chapman’s commitment to supporting a community of teacher-scholars.
Current areas of research expertise in the department include health psychology, cognitive neuroscience, computational psychology, affective science, and developmental science. We welcome faculty whose area of expertise adds to or complements current areas of strength in our faculty.
Chapman University is a nationally ranked, R2 Carnegie Classified, private institution offering traditional undergraduate and graduate programs in the heart of Orange County, one of Southern California’s most diverse and vibrant regions. Chapman’s campuses are home to nearly 10,000 students representing 50 states, 4 territories, and 76 countries. The 11 schools and colleges of Chapman, including the Crean College of Health and Behavioral Sciences, offer 50 Bachelors, 29 Masters, and 8 doctoral programs, along with 73 minors and 19 accelerated and bridge programs. Dedicated to forward-looking, personalized education, Chapman offers small class sizes, faculty-mentored student research, and an environment for achievement by both students and faculty.
The following links provide additional information about Chapman University’s Crean College of Health and Behavioral Sciences and the Department of Psychology .
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a rigorous and productive scholarly program with strong potential for extramural funding
- Teach undergraduate courses in areas of expertise and develop new courses aligned with departmental needs
- Advise and mentor undergraduate students
- Contribute to unit, college, and university service, including the ongoing development of the BS in Psychology program
Qualifications
We are seeking a scholar who brings rigorous scientific foundations to the study of psychological health and its real-world applications. Example topics include, but are not limited to, digital and AI-assisted approaches to psychological care; evidence-based strategies for treatment personalization; and transdiagnostic approaches to psychopathology. We welcome all strong candidates from across the psychological sciences and are especially interested in those with expertise in clinical/counseling psychology or a research focus with direct clinical applications.
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Psychology or a closely related field.
- A record of, or clear potential for, high-level scholarly activity.
Application Instructions
Qualified candidates should electronically submit the following materials:
- Letter of application
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statements of research
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- Course evaluations from the two most recent years of teaching (if the candidate has prior teaching experience)
- Three publications or pre-prints in PDF format that best align with the statement of research.
- Three confidential letters of recommendation
Inquiries can be directed to the Search Committee chair Dr. Vincent Berardi at berardi@chapman.edu.
Initial application review will begin on October 12, 2026 and will be ongoing until the position is filled. The position will begin in Fall 2027.
Successful completion of a background check is required for the final candidate. The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $115,000, with the highest salary reserved for the most experienced candidate. Start-up packages are competitive and will be based on experience, rank, and funding status. Teaching load is consistent with R2 status and will accommodate 50% time devoted to research activities.
This position is contingent on final budget approval.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their protected characteristics. All qualified applicants and employees are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
