The Bradley University Department of Psychology seeks to fill a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology beginning August 2026. The successful candidate will teach a junior-level course in abnormal psychology, supervise community practicum placements, and teach other courses in their area of expertise (duties equivalent to a 3/3 course load). An active research program meaningfully engaging undergraduate students is expected. Mechanisms of research support from the university and department are available. A Ph.D. in Clinical, School, or Counseling Psychology is required by the expected start date.

Applications must include: a cover letter outlining qualifications for the position, a curriculum vita, a research statement, a teaching statement, evidence of teaching effectiveness, a statement that outlines how they will integrate principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion into their duties, and two pre-prints of recent publications. Three letters of recommendation will be solicited from those who are invited to interview.

Please submit all materials at the time of initial application.

The Psychology Department at Bradley is award-winning for its collegial and supportive faculty and staff who drive student success through engaged learning. As one of the most diverse academic programs in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the Department of Psychology is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive, caring, and equitable learning and work environment for all students, faculty, and staff.

Review of applications will begin October 1, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Employment with Bradley University is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal background check.

Bradley University offers a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and disability coverages, FSA, HSA, and retirement plan options. Bradley also offers significant higher education cost savings for employees and dependents through the Tuition Remission program. Information regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.bradley.edu/offices/business/human-resources/benefits/

Bradley University is a top-ranked, private university in Peoria, Illinois, offering nearly 6,000 undergraduate and graduate student’s opportunities, choices, and resources to build their futures. Innovation, action, and collaboration drive Bradley students to generate ideas and create solutions that remake the world around them. Our comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate academic programs includes business, communications, education, engineering, fine arts, health sciences, liberal arts and sciences, and technology.

Bradley University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The administration, faculty and staff are committed to attracting qualified candidates from underrepresented groups.