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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionInstitutional OverviewWilliam James College is in an exciting period of growth at a time when access to high-quality behavioral healthcare has never been more important. For over 50 years, our faculty and staff have prepared professionals to bring evidence-based mental health care to healthcare systems, community agencies, schools, correctional facilities, businesses, and private practice settings throughout New England and beyond.Our mission is clear: to advance educational excellence in applied psychology and to develop skilled, compassionate professionals committed to expanding access to behavioral healthcare for individuals and communities who need it most.As a community grounded in excellence, fairness, and respect for all individuals, William James College fosters leadership, collaboration, and service in an increasingly complex world. We seek professionals who are energized by meaningful work, committed to student success, and motivated to make a lasting impact in the field of behavioral health.We are building the next generation of behavioral health leaders and are looking for colleagues who want to help shape that future.Position Summary: William James College announces an opening for a full-time Core Faculty position in the Doctoral Clinical Psychology Department beginning on August 4, 2026. Rank and salary are commensurate with experience and the benefits are highly competitive. The minimum starting salary for this academic position is $90,000 and is consistent with the department's salary equity considerations for incoming faculty. William James College is dedicated to preparing professionals who serve individuals, families, and communities through rigorous education, applied training, and public service. The College values collaboration, respect, and inclusive excellence across its academic, clinical, and community settings.Essential Functions:Core faculty members are involved in teaching, advising, and research supervision. Additionally, there is the expectation of committee work and scholarly productivity. We are seeking applicants with interest, expertise, and/or experience in Social Bases of Behavior. We are especially interested in applicants whose work lies at the intersection of social psychology and clinical psychology. We are especially interested in candidates with a strong appreciation for and commitment to WJC's core values of experiential education, social responsibility, and personal growth. The successful applicant may teach relevant courses (e.g., Social Bases of Behavior) as well as generalist courses in the clinical PsyD program. Applicants will also supervise dissertations in their specific area of expertise. Education and Experience:Applicants must possess a PsyD or PhD in Clinical Psychology or Counseling Psychology, have completed an APA-accredited internship, have teaching experience, preferably be licensed or license-eligible in Massachusetts, and maintain some involvement in clinical practice or consultation. A demonstrated record of scholarly work defined broadly (e.g., community engagement, educational leadership, innovation, investigation, and research) is preferred. Successful applicants will have a demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable educational and workplace environment, and must be willing to contribute to the core values of the college. Candidates must be available to teach in-person classes and participate in on-campus activities. The department welcomes applications from individuals who may have had nontraditional career paths, or who may have taken time off for family reasons, or who have achieved excellence in careers outside of academia. Compensation Range: $90,000-$100,000 annuallyThis range represents the College's good faith estimate of the compensation for this role. Placement within the range will depend on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Typically, candidates are hired within the lowe