Assistant Professor of Psychology

Annual salary range: $60,458.20 — $63,816.98

Westminster University
Assistant Professor of Psychology

Westminster University in Salt Lake City, UT invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Psychology, beginning August 2026. We seek a clinical or counseling psychologist committed to excellence in undergraduate teaching, mentorship, and research. Primary teaching responsibilities will include mental health and clinical science focused upper-division courses in psychopathology, mental health therapies and treatments, a senior capstone aligned with an area of mental health expertise, and introductory psychological science. This 9-month appointment carries a 24-credit teaching load (typically three courses per semester) including faculty advising and developing faculty-student research opportunities. A Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Psychology is required.

The Psychology Program at Westminster University is committed to undergraduate education, emphasizing high-impact teaching practices in a student-centered learning environment. Our faculty prepare students for a variety of careers, including advanced graduate training at the master's and doctoral levels that require critical thinking, scientific reasoning, evidence-based problem-solving, and communication. Through rigorous coursework, research opportunities, internships, and faculty advising and mentorship, students develop transferable skills for diverse careers. Our program values inclusive, experiential, and interdisciplinary learning, helping students become thoughtful, ethical, and effective professionals and leaders.

Westminster University’s commitment to diversity and global learning is revealed in its core values, mission and vision statements, and learning goals. We seek colleagues who will support the learning of all students, including those from groups historically underrepresented in higher education, such as students of color, LGBTQ+ students, students with disabilities, and first-generation college students. We invite candidates whose interests and skills contribute to these efforts.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Psychology with a clinical or counseling specialization completed no later than August 2026.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching, including experience as the instructor of record for multiple courses. Candidates must demonstrate student-centered teaching practices that promote active, engaged, and inclusive learning.
• A research agenda focused on mental health that is appropriate for a teaching-focused institution. The agenda should include opportunities for undergraduate student involvement through research supervision and mentorship, with evidence of scholarly dissemination (e.g., scientific conference presentations, peer-reviewed publications), and involvement of students in other professional activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant training, teaching, or research experience in interdisciplinary approaches to mental health, human development, and/or behavioral health/medicine.
• Experience teaching, mentoring, and/or conducting research with individuals from underrepresented or marginalized identities.
• Experience or potential for teaching undergraduate psychology courses in areas such as scientific reasoning and writing, career preparation and exploration, and supervising student internships and practicum experiences in collaboration with community organizations and service providers.
• Experience or interest in teaching and mentoring first-year students through interdisciplinary paired courses as part of the Westminster University WCore general education program.

Application Instructions:

Please submit your application through the Careers at Westminster University webpage.

Review of applications will begin on January 5, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. A complete application that demonstrates competencies in the above qualifications will include:

1. A letter of interest that highlights specific qualifications for the position, including diversity, equity, and inclusion in areas of teaching, research, and service.
2. Curriculum Vita (CV)
3. 1 to 2 page statement describing your teaching philosophy and practice.
4. Contact information for 3 to 5 professional references.

About Westminster:

Westminster University is a place for self-reliant students of all backgrounds who seek lives of consequence. We are a private, independent university that has been advancing the liberal arts tradition in Utah since 1875. Our historic campus is the center of Salt Lake City's Sugar House neighborhood. Our mountain vistas inspire exploration, our urban surroundings provide endless opportunities, and our small classes promote inclusive dialogue. We offer undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees. Our devoted faculty challenge students to engage their curiosity and pursue their passions through purpose-driven academic programs. Westminster is a place for expanding your worldview, innovating for the future, and launching a meaningful life. For more information visit www.westminsteru.edu.

Equal Opportunity Employment: Westminster University is committed to a diversified workforce, equal opportunity, and nondiscrimination. To this end, Westminster prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on race or ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, disabilities, genetic information, status as a veteran, or any other category or classification protected by applicable federal, state, or city laws.