Job Description

Assistant Professor - Clinical Counseling (Undergraduate Psychology)

Position Category: Faculty
FLSA: Exempt
FTE: .75 (9-mth. full-time)
Location: Thousand Oaks

University Background:
Cal Lutheran is a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and McNair Institution, and we are looking for candidates with a demonstrated commitment to and success working in diverse, multi- cultural and multi-racial communities. Cal Lutheran encourages applicants from all faiths or none, and advocates for justice and fairness for all people. We are an accredited, private, comprehensive university that engages students in critical inquiry and dedicated to educating leaders for a global society. The Thousand Oaks campus is located midway between Santa Barbara and Los Angeles and is home to nearly 2,300 undergraduate and 1,100 graduate students who come from 67 countries and represent a variety of faiths. 56% of Cal Lutheran students are from underrepresented groups, and 38% of first year and new transfers are first generation students. Cal Lutheran Faculty are 37% people of color. The mission of the University is to educate leaders for a global society who are strong in character and judgment, confident in identity and vocation, and committed to service and justice.

Basic Function:
California Lutheran University invites applicants for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Psychology for our undergraduate program beginning in the fall of 2026. As a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), California Lutheran University seeks candidates with a demonstrated commitment to and success working in diverse, multi-cultural, and multi-racial communities. Cal Lutheran encourages applicants from all faiths and advocates for justice and fairness for all people. Cal Lutheran is an accredited, private, comprehensive university that engages students in critical inquiry and is dedicated to educating leaders for a global society.

Under the direction of the Dean and Department Chair, the Assistant Professor is responsible for providing academic instruction to students for the assigned undergraduate courses. The Assistant Professor is to serve as an academic advisor to students; contribute to department and university activities; serve on faculty or university committees; engage in scholarly activities, and/or creative endeavors.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. (or Psy.D) in Clinical or Counseling Psychology or an ABD with a set date for when the degree will be earned. Candidates must have research expertise in Clinical or Counseling Psychology. Faculty are expected to maintain an active research program that engages undergraduate students. Additionally, the successful candidate for this position must demonstrate outstanding commitment to working with a diverse undergraduate student population, using innovative and culturally inclusive approaches to teaching, undergraduate research mentoring, and advising.

This position exclusively serves the undergraduate program, which is separate from the graduate program. Primary responsibilities for this position include teaching the following undergraduate courses (3 per semester): Abnormal Psychology, Specialized Psychopathology courses, Psychological Assessments, Theories of Personality, Counseling-Related Capstones, and preferably also introductory courses in our department's robust Statistics and Research Methods course-sequence.

Additional duties include advising students, mentoring undergraduate research students, participating in department activities and ongoing program development within the undergraduate program, serving on faculty committees, and establishing collaborative relationships within the University and the broader community.Further information about our undergraduate psychology program can be obtained via our department webpage:

Representative Duties:

• Primary responsibilities for this position include teaching the following undergraduate courses (24/year): Abnormal Psychology, Specialized Psychopathology courses, Psychological Assessments, Theories of Personality, Counseling-Related Capstones, and preferably also introductory courses in our department's robust Statistics and Research Methods course-sequence. E
• Create creative assignments and activities in one-on-one and classroom instructional settings to foster hands-on, active learning in students that will develop their expertise in the subject matter. E
• Create assignments and activities in one-on-one, classroom, and distance mediated instructional settings for development of cognitive abilities, communication skills, and higher order thinking skills among students. E
• Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions, and examinations; provide feedback in a timely manner to student inquiries in class, online, or during established consultation office hours. E
• Teach and hold office hours in person on campus, at least 4 days per week. E
• Maintain an active research program that involves undergraduate research assistants and collaborators. E
• Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions, and examinations; provide feedback promptly to student inquiries in class, online, or during established consultation office hours. E
• Maintain current, accurate records of course enrollment, attendance, student academic progress, course curriculum; prepare and submit grades, data, and reports related to course and student progress in a timely manner. E
• Provide a course syllabus to students in each class within the first week of the class, as outlined in the faculty handbook. E
• Adhere to the responsibilities related to teaching, advising and service, as outlined in the faculty handbook. E
• Attend and participate on committees and in department, division, campus, and University meetings. E
• Evening and weekend hours may be required. E
• Performs related duties as assigned.

E=Essential Duties

Knowledge Of:

• Clinical or Counseling psychologist with good knowledge of statistics and quantitative methodology.
• Current theory and practice within the subject discipline
• Principles and best practices of effective teaching
• Student learning outcomes and methods of assessment University curricula
• Community and campus resources, services, programs, and professionals available to students
• Methods of gathering, analyzing, and preparing data
• Modern computing technology
• Record keeping techniques concerning student enrollment, attendance, and progress

Ability To:

• Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge in the subject field
• Deliver course curricula in various learning styles
• Mentor a diverse population of students.
• Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of university students' diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the needs of students with disabilities.
• Integrate current and emerging instructional delivery technologies into the learning process to enhance teaching and the educational experience
• Maintain professional standards that protect student confidentiality
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using tact, patience, and courtesy
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Work constructively with their colleagues and to treat faculty, staff, administrators, and students with respect and professionalism.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt practical courses of action
• Demonstrate commitment to professional excellence and continuous growth within-subject field or discipline

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possession of a Ph.D. (or Psy.D.) in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an accredited institution or an ABD with a set date for when the Ph.D./Psy.D. will be successfully earned. ABD will come in at rank of Lecturer.
• A record of evidence for teaching and/or conducting research related to serving underrepresented and underserved populations
• A record of evidence of publications and/or conference presentations within the candidate's area of specialty (preferably involving undergraduate students as collaborators).

Preferred Qualifications:
We seek candidates who can teach courses in Abnormal Psychology, Specialized Psychopathology, Psychological Assessments, Theories of Personality, and Clinical and Counseling Capstones. Additionally, we prefer candidates who can teach introductory courses in our comprehensive Statistics and Research Methods sequence. A record of evidence for having successfully mastered statistics, advanced statistics, and research methods. Either proven or presumptive potential for satisfactorily fulfilling a faculty member's duties and responsibilities and making significant contributions to the University community.

Licenses and Other Requirements:
This position does not supervise graduate students. Therefore, clinical licensure is not required.

Physical Abilities:
Detect to understand appropriate written correspondence; communicate clearly to exchange information in person and on the telephone; operate a computer and other office productivity machinery; stationary position for extended periods of time; move or transport light objects; position self to store and/or retrieve files.

Working Environment:
Indoor classroom environment; seated for extended periods of time; subject to visiting a variety of classroom sites on campus.

Hiring Range $72,000-$80,000
Posting Number: Faculty001182020
Open Date: 07/30/2025
Close Date: 10/19/2025

Application Procedure/Special Instructions Make sure to include the following with your application:

1. Cover Letter. Please address how you meet the qualifications of the position and are prepared to support the mission of Cal Lutheran and its designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Two pages max.
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. List of References
4. Teaching Philosophy. In your statement, please also provide concrete examples of your pedagogy-two pages max.
5. Research Statement. In your statement, please also include how you plan to incorporate undergraduate students as research assistants and/or collaborators-two pages max.
6. Inclusive Excellence Statement: Please indicate how you address (or plan to address) equity, inclusion, and access in your teaching, research, service, and mentoring of undergraduate students-two pages max.

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California Lutheran University is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment for all persons, regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable law. No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any program, activity or facility of the University on the basis of these factors in a manner consistent with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, ordinances, orders and rules, and University's policies, procedures, and processes.

Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process can be provided to individuals with qualifying disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department for further information or to request an accommodation.

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Full time, Work at office, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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