Assistant Professor-FixedTerm

Position Summary Michigan State University actively promotes a dynamic research and learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry. The dually accredited (APA and PCSAS) Michigan State University (MSU) Clinical Science Ph.D. Program in the Department of Psychology invites applications for the Director of its in-house Psychological Clinic (Assistant Professor rank). This is a 12-month fixed term appointment for one year, with the probability of renewal. This full-time position entails roughly 25 hours per week of administrative responsibility for clinic directorship and management of an endowed undergraduate comprehensive mental-health program. The remaining 15 hours are dedicated to teaching, supervision and/or additional administrative duties as Associate Director of Clinical Training. The MSU Psychological Clinic serves the broader Lansing area, providing assessment, treatment, and outreach to a diverse community population. In addition to the Director of the Clinic, there is one full-time administrative assistant and one half-time graduate assistant who provide additional administrative support and report to the Director. The Clinic Director is a leadership position within the Clinical Science program and involves working close with the faculty member serving as Director of Clinical Training to integrate the clinical training in the Clinic with the overall Clinical science program and faculty. The Clinic Director is responsible for overall management of the Clinic, which includes managing staff, managing the business administration, overseeing supervision and case assignments, consulting on clinical emergencies, monitoring client and clinician well-being, and conducting a weekly intake and case assignment meeting. Finally, the Clinic Director is responsible for identifying and pursuing new training opportunities for the Ph.D. students, as well as developing and maintaining active relationships with the local clinical community. This aspect of the role is important because it facilitates new training opportunities and gives visibility to the work of the Clinic. ### Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. ### Required Degree Doctorate -Clinical Psychology ### Minimum Requirements The applicant must be a PhD clinical psychologist who is fully licensed or license-eligible in Michigan. ### Desired Qualifications Experience in student clinical training, business/administration, a range of clinical skills, and community outreach is desirable. ### Required Application Materials Interested applicants should submit - a vita, - statement of interest, and - 3 references ### Special Instructions Salary is commensurate with experience. MSU offers a competitive benefits package. Interested applicants should submit a vita, statement of interest, and 3 references to the following site: https://jobs.msu.edu; under "search postings", please enter listing #1164135. Visit our website at: for more information. Review of applications will begin September 14, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. ### Review of Applications Begins On 09/14/2026 ### Website http://psychology.msu.edu/Clinical ### MSU Statement Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of disco