INTRODUCTION

The Department of Educational Psychology in the Neag School of Education at the University of Connecticut invites applications and nominations for a non-tenure track assistant or associate nine-month Clinical Faculty of School Psychology beginning August 2026. The successful candidate will join a dynamic program and department and will support the master’s/sixth year and doctoral school psychology programs. 

The highly productive Department of Educational Psychology offers graduate degrees in School Psychology; Special Education; Counselor Education; Giftedness, Creativity, and Talent Development; and Research Methods, Measurement and Evaluation. The mission of the school psychology program is to prepare scientist-practitioners whose professional interests involve children, families, and the educational process. The program orientation emphasizes integration of theory and research, stressing an empirically informed approach. There are currently 3 core faculty in the School Psychology programs. We are seeking a highly organized, motivated, and knowledgeable school psychology colleague to contribute to and advance our esteemed MA and Ph.D. programs.

The Neag School of Education stands out as a major contributor to instructional and research excellence at the University of Connecticut, one of the nation’s leading public higher education institutions. With academic departments dedicated to educational leadership, educational psychology, and curriculum and instruction, the Neag School consistently ranks among the top 30 public graduate schools of education in the nation.  

Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 14 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at UConn Health in Farmington. The University has more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 34,000 students, including nearly more than 26,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The university serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will work with the School Psychology faculty to lead the NASP-approved master’s/6th year program and support the APA-accredited doctoral program, which are located at UConn’s main Storrs campus. The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include teaching courses, directing internship and supporting clinical placements, advising master’s students, leading NASP accreditation processes, co-leading APA accreditation processes, admissions, pursuing extramural funding to support student training, and engagement with related Connecticut state organizations. The typical teaching load for a non-tenure track faculty position is 3:3.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Completed doctoral degree in School Psychology or related area, at time of appointment.
2. Eligible to be credentialed as a Psychologist or School Psychologist in Connecticut.
3. A record of teaching in a college/university setting.
4. Experience with supervision of students engaged in clinical activities.  
5. Relevant work experience in K-12 settings.
6. Demonstrated effective communication, leadership, collaboration, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Completed doctoral degree in School Psychology.
2. Licensure as a psychologist in Connecticut, or able to submit for licensure in Connecticut upon hire.
3. Evidence of teaching for 2 or more semesters in a college/university setting.
4. Demonstrated record of effective advising and clinical supervision.
5. Leadership experience in the administration of a training program or in accreditation processes.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, 9-month non-tenure track position with a 1-year appointment renewed annually. The anticipated start date is August 23, 2026. The successful candidate’s academic appointment will be at the Storrs campus. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Faculty and Staff Positions, Search #499459 and submit the following application materials:

• A cover letter,
• Curriculum vitae,
• Teaching statement (including teaching philosophy, teaching experience, commitment to effective learning, concepts for new course development, etc.);
• Commitment to diversity statement (including broadening participation, integrating multicultural experiences in instruction and research and pedagogical techniques to meet the needs of diverse learning styles, etc.);
• Contact information for three (3) professional references.

Evaluation of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. 

Questions may be addressed to the search committee chair, Dr. Melissa Bray at melissa.bray@uconn.edu  

For more information regarding the Department of Educational Psychology , please visit the department website at https://epsy.education.uconn.edu and for more information regarding the School Program, please visit the program website at https://schoolpsych.education.uconn.edu/. 

At the University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community.

This position will be filled subject to budgetary approval.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics, which may be found at https://portal.ct.gov/Ethics/Statutes-and-Regulations.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce.  The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner.  This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all.  We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same.  All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.