Core Faculty, Humanistic Clinical Psychology
Budget / Salary$85,000–85,000
TypeFull-time job
LocationUnited States
Posted3 hours ago
Job Description:
Saybrook University, a private non-profit graduate institution, is widely recognized for its foundational contributions to humanistic psychology. Established to explore the full range of human experience, the university promotes personal transformation, social justice, and community well-being. Core faculty are central to Saybrook’s mission of educating leaders committed to building a more just, sustainable world.
The Department of Humanistic Clinical Psychology (HCP) offers a PhD program grounded in the scholar-practitioner model. The curriculum emphasizes strengths-based, holistic approaches rooted in the humanistic tradition. Delivered in a hybrid format, the program begins each semester with a week-long in-person residential session, followed by remote, online coursework.
Position Details:
Start Date: January 1, 2027 (1.0 FTE), or until filled
Location: Primarily remote, with a minimum required travel to California and less frequent rotational schedule to Washington State and Chicago, Illinois.
Position Summary:
Core/Salaried Faculty Members at Saybrook University are dedicated to engaging in each of the following areas: Instruction and Curriculum Development, Student Support, Research and Scholarship and/or Professional Practice, University Learning Experiences (ULE), Masters/Project/Thesis/Essay/Dissertation Committees, and Departmental Support, including serving on university-wide committees, projects, and initiatives.
HCP is seeking a core/salaried faculty member, specifically with experience teaching and practicing psychological assessment.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
I. Instruction & Curriculum Development
Demonstrate command of subject matter in courses taught and administer assignments, exams, etc., that assess and continuously evaluate student progress, course effectiveness, and learning outcomes and adjust teaching strategies accordingly
Demonstrate subject matter expertise for relevant industry career standards in the respective discipline
Deliver high-quality online courses that foster critical thinking and strengthen clinical practice
Classroom instruction includes lectures, demonstrations, discussions, or other appropriate modes of education delivery in a higher education via in-person and/or virtual formats
Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technologies, learning styles, and program assessments that enhance andragogical learning and create a culture of inclusivity for a diverse student population
Prepare course syllabi and plans in accordance with university and department requirements
Provide timely and constructive feedback to students to support learning outcomes and encourage engagement
Assess and revise course and program learning outcomes as needed
As an SME, collaborate with department chair and leadership for the shared approval and retention of the design, development, and implementation of degree curriculum
This includes developing new courses, updating current courses, and selecting appropriate textbooks and teaching aids as required
Ensure course content and teaching methods are inclusive and reflective of diverse perspectives and backgrounds
Vetting, discernment, and shared approval of technology utilized to improve course delivery in a largely virtual environment
Ensure course content and teaching methods are inclusive and reflective of diverse perspectives and backgrounds
Create a safe and inclusive classroom environment
Capacity to offer a variety of clinical psychology degree courses
Residential Learning Experiences: HCP faculty travel to California at the beginning of the fall, spring, and summer semesters for a week-long learning experience. Faculty present course introductions and clinical training workshops.
Faculty Retreat/Graduation: HCP faculty travel to California to participate in an annual faculty retreat and graduation ceremony.
II. Student Support
Faculty Advising: Advise graduate students, maintaining a faculty advisee load according to the department's needs. Faculty advisors assist students with understanding pedagogy and course sequencing and support optimizing individual program plans to ensure student success and alignment with future career goals and interests.
Faculty to Student Mentorship:Faculty support students in their professional development via mentorship of academic, curricular, research, and career pursuits
Office Hours: Hold office hours to meet students’ needs
Student Wellness:As a humanistic institution, Saybrook faculty are committed to ensuring student safety and Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging (DEIB) across the university
Student Resources: Appropriate referral to resources for academic, physical, mental, and emotional wellness as needed
Student Research Supervision: Serve as chair or committee member on dissertations employing qualitative, quantitative, and/or mixed-method designs. May also supervise students' master's degree culminating project
III. Research, Scholarship & Professional Practice
Saybrook University and its faculty are dedicated to excellence and innovation in research, scholarship, and/or professional practice in a variety of ways. Some examples include but are not limited to the following:
Scholarly publications
Speaking engagements (webinars, workshops, lectures, presentations, conferences, etc.)
External board activities
Funded projects, grants, and contracts
Content Creation (new course/program development, revisions, web development, continuing education, etc.)
Use of subject matter expertise (e.g., consultant, journal editor, reviewer for referred journal, peer reviewer of grants, speaker, service to government agencies, professional and industrial associations, educational institutions)
Active engagement in clinical practice, supervision, consultation, or mentorship
Creation/Development of new computer software, video or multimedia programs; Learning Management enhancements (e.g, interface options)
Application of research and scholarship in the field, including new applications/methodologies developed and tested; new or enhanced systems and procedures demonstrated or evaluated for government agencies, professional and industrial associations, or educational institutions
Other global impacts and creative accomplishment(s)
Pursue continuous professional development to maintain subject matter expertise, such as attending conferences and engaging in scholarly activities.
IV. Masters/Project/Thesis/Essay/Dissertation Committee Work
Serve on masters, project, thesis, essay, and dissertation committees, providing critical input and guidance throughout each process
Mentor students by guiding topic exploration, research question development, timeline management, writing expertise, IRB submission, and methodology assistance
Dissertation Committee responsibilities as described in the Dissertations Policy and Procedures. Ensure that all dissertation activities comply with university guidelines and ethical standards for research.
V. Departmental Support
Participate in department meetings
Involvement in prospective student selection processes
Mentor faculty
Collaborate with administrators (Deans, Associate Deans, Chairs, Associate Chairs, and Specialization Directors/Coordinators) and leadership around department planning
Share in department practices, processes, and initiatives
Service to the University and Community
Faculty engage in university and community service in a variety of ways. Examples include but are not limited to the following:
University Related Service
University Committees - Contribute to departmental, college, and university committees and sub-committees (e.g., WSCUC)
Governance (e.g., Faculty Senate)
Accreditation
IRB
Search Committees
Professional Service Outside of the University (e.g., Boards, committees, etc.)
Community Service
Engage in activities that promote the university's role in the community
Participate in professional organizations and activities that contribute to the faculty’s respective field(s)
Required Qualifications:
Earned doctorate in clinical psychology from a regionally or APA-accredited institution
Licensure as a clinical psychologist
Experience teaching and practicing in psychological assessment
Strong commitment to the vision and goals of Saybrook University
Commitment to excellence in teaching and research
A distinguished record of scholarly achievements, including research publications and/or other contributions to the area of the program specialization.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate within an academic community and work in interdisciplinary settings
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to foster positive relationships with students, faculty, staff, and external partners
Promotes interdisciplinary working within and beyond the department
Preferred Qualifications
At least three (3) years of teaching experience at the graduate level
Licensed at the doctoral level for at least five (5) years
Experience teaching in an APA-accredited clinical training program
Governance involvement in the APA accreditation process
Experience with administering, scoring, writing, and/or teaching clinical assessments such as the WAIS, WISC, and MMPI-3
Demonstrated orientation toward innovation, experimentation, and change
Experience in curriculum development and assessment
Proficiency in online teaching platforms (e.g., Canvas)
Experience chairing dissertations
Background or experience teaching Existential Humanistic Psychology
Applications should include:
Cover Letter
Statement of Teaching Pedagogy & History
Statement of Research History
Value Statement (Potential candidates will review Saybrook University’s Mission and summarize how their individual values are related to the goals of the University)
Curriculum Vitae
Examples of Student Feedback (anonymous evaluation reports and/or letters of recommendation).
Compensation & Benefits
This opportunity is budgeted at $85,000.00 base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below.
Saybrook University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Originally posted on Himalayas
Saybrook University, a private non-profit graduate institution, is widely recognized for its foundational contributions to humanistic psychology. Established to explore the full range of human experience, the university promotes personal transformation, social justice, and community well-being. Core faculty are central to Saybrook’s mission of educating leaders committed to building a more just, sustainable world.
The Department of Humanistic Clinical Psychology (HCP) offers a PhD program grounded in the scholar-practitioner model. The curriculum emphasizes strengths-based, holistic approaches rooted in the humanistic tradition. Delivered in a hybrid format, the program begins each semester with a week-long in-person residential session, followed by remote, online coursework.
Position Details:
Start Date: January 1, 2027 (1.0 FTE), or until filled
Location: Primarily remote, with a minimum required travel to California and less frequent rotational schedule to Washington State and Chicago, Illinois.
Position Summary:
Core/Salaried Faculty Members at Saybrook University are dedicated to engaging in each of the following areas: Instruction and Curriculum Development, Student Support, Research and Scholarship and/or Professional Practice, University Learning Experiences (ULE), Masters/Project/Thesis/Essay/Dissertation Committees, and Departmental Support, including serving on university-wide committees, projects, and initiatives.
HCP is seeking a core/salaried faculty member, specifically with experience teaching and practicing psychological assessment.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
I. Instruction & Curriculum Development
Demonstrate command of subject matter in courses taught and administer assignments, exams, etc., that assess and continuously evaluate student progress, course effectiveness, and learning outcomes and adjust teaching strategies accordingly
Demonstrate subject matter expertise for relevant industry career standards in the respective discipline
Deliver high-quality online courses that foster critical thinking and strengthen clinical practice
Classroom instruction includes lectures, demonstrations, discussions, or other appropriate modes of education delivery in a higher education via in-person and/or virtual formats
Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technologies, learning styles, and program assessments that enhance andragogical learning and create a culture of inclusivity for a diverse student population
Prepare course syllabi and plans in accordance with university and department requirements
Provide timely and constructive feedback to students to support learning outcomes and encourage engagement
Assess and revise course and program learning outcomes as needed
As an SME, collaborate with department chair and leadership for the shared approval and retention of the design, development, and implementation of degree curriculum
This includes developing new courses, updating current courses, and selecting appropriate textbooks and teaching aids as required
Ensure course content and teaching methods are inclusive and reflective of diverse perspectives and backgrounds
Vetting, discernment, and shared approval of technology utilized to improve course delivery in a largely virtual environment
Ensure course content and teaching methods are inclusive and reflective of diverse perspectives and backgrounds
Create a safe and inclusive classroom environment
Capacity to offer a variety of clinical psychology degree courses
Residential Learning Experiences: HCP faculty travel to California at the beginning of the fall, spring, and summer semesters for a week-long learning experience. Faculty present course introductions and clinical training workshops.
Faculty Retreat/Graduation: HCP faculty travel to California to participate in an annual faculty retreat and graduation ceremony.
II. Student Support
Faculty Advising: Advise graduate students, maintaining a faculty advisee load according to the department's needs. Faculty advisors assist students with understanding pedagogy and course sequencing and support optimizing individual program plans to ensure student success and alignment with future career goals and interests.
Faculty to Student Mentorship:Faculty support students in their professional development via mentorship of academic, curricular, research, and career pursuits
Office Hours: Hold office hours to meet students’ needs
Student Wellness:As a humanistic institution, Saybrook faculty are committed to ensuring student safety and Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging (DEIB) across the university
Student Resources: Appropriate referral to resources for academic, physical, mental, and emotional wellness as needed
Student Research Supervision: Serve as chair or committee member on dissertations employing qualitative, quantitative, and/or mixed-method designs. May also supervise students' master's degree culminating project
III. Research, Scholarship & Professional Practice
Saybrook University and its faculty are dedicated to excellence and innovation in research, scholarship, and/or professional practice in a variety of ways. Some examples include but are not limited to the following:
Scholarly publications
Speaking engagements (webinars, workshops, lectures, presentations, conferences, etc.)
External board activities
Funded projects, grants, and contracts
Content Creation (new course/program development, revisions, web development, continuing education, etc.)
Use of subject matter expertise (e.g., consultant, journal editor, reviewer for referred journal, peer reviewer of grants, speaker, service to government agencies, professional and industrial associations, educational institutions)
Active engagement in clinical practice, supervision, consultation, or mentorship
Creation/Development of new computer software, video or multimedia programs; Learning Management enhancements (e.g, interface options)
Application of research and scholarship in the field, including new applications/methodologies developed and tested; new or enhanced systems and procedures demonstrated or evaluated for government agencies, professional and industrial associations, or educational institutions
Other global impacts and creative accomplishment(s)
Pursue continuous professional development to maintain subject matter expertise, such as attending conferences and engaging in scholarly activities.
IV. Masters/Project/Thesis/Essay/Dissertation Committee Work
Serve on masters, project, thesis, essay, and dissertation committees, providing critical input and guidance throughout each process
Mentor students by guiding topic exploration, research question development, timeline management, writing expertise, IRB submission, and methodology assistance
Dissertation Committee responsibilities as described in the Dissertations Policy and Procedures. Ensure that all dissertation activities comply with university guidelines and ethical standards for research.
V. Departmental Support
Participate in department meetings
Involvement in prospective student selection processes
Mentor faculty
Collaborate with administrators (Deans, Associate Deans, Chairs, Associate Chairs, and Specialization Directors/Coordinators) and leadership around department planning
Share in department practices, processes, and initiatives
Service to the University and Community
Faculty engage in university and community service in a variety of ways. Examples include but are not limited to the following:
University Related Service
University Committees - Contribute to departmental, college, and university committees and sub-committees (e.g., WSCUC)
Governance (e.g., Faculty Senate)
Accreditation
IRB
Search Committees
Professional Service Outside of the University (e.g., Boards, committees, etc.)
Community Service
Engage in activities that promote the university's role in the community
Participate in professional organizations and activities that contribute to the faculty’s respective field(s)
Required Qualifications:
Earned doctorate in clinical psychology from a regionally or APA-accredited institution
Licensure as a clinical psychologist
Experience teaching and practicing in psychological assessment
Strong commitment to the vision and goals of Saybrook University
Commitment to excellence in teaching and research
A distinguished record of scholarly achievements, including research publications and/or other contributions to the area of the program specialization.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate within an academic community and work in interdisciplinary settings
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to foster positive relationships with students, faculty, staff, and external partners
Promotes interdisciplinary working within and beyond the department
Preferred Qualifications
At least three (3) years of teaching experience at the graduate level
Licensed at the doctoral level for at least five (5) years
Experience teaching in an APA-accredited clinical training program
Governance involvement in the APA accreditation process
Experience with administering, scoring, writing, and/or teaching clinical assessments such as the WAIS, WISC, and MMPI-3
Demonstrated orientation toward innovation, experimentation, and change
Experience in curriculum development and assessment
Proficiency in online teaching platforms (e.g., Canvas)
Experience chairing dissertations
Background or experience teaching Existential Humanistic Psychology
Applications should include:
Cover Letter
Statement of Teaching Pedagogy & History
Statement of Research History
Value Statement (Potential candidates will review Saybrook University’s Mission and summarize how their individual values are related to the goals of the University)
Curriculum Vitae
Examples of Student Feedback (anonymous evaluation reports and/or letters of recommendation).
Compensation & Benefits
This opportunity is budgeted at $85,000.00 base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below.
Saybrook University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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