Position Details
Title Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Faculty Position in Clinical Psychology Appointment Status Tenure Track Department IU Bloomington Vice Provost For Faculty Affairs Location Bloomington Position Summary
Indiana University Bloomington (IUB) invites applications at the tenure-track assistant professor rank for a cluster hire in clinical psychology in the College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences. The specific area of research specialization within clinical psychology is open. Our nationally renowned Clinical Psychological Science Program brings together faculty whose research spans basic discovery through translation and population-level impact, with the broad goal of advancing the understanding of mental health problems and improving their assessment, prevention, and treatment. The IUB Clinical Psychological Science Program, which is accredited by PCSAS and APA, administers a NIMH T32 research training program in its eleventh year, and offers a first of its kind Clinical Psychological Science Bachelor of Science degree. We welcome applicants whose research and teaching will add new and/or complementary expertise and scientific perspectives to our ambitious and expanding clinical psychological science program.
These 10‐month appointments would ideally start August 1, 2027, although an earlier or later start date is negotiable. Applications received by November 15, 2026, will receive full consideration, and applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.
Responsibilities: Tenure-track faculty at Indiana University Bloomington are expected to contribute substantially to the overall academic excellence of their department in research, teaching, and service, for example, by: (1) developing and/or maintaining a robust research portfolio including pursuing and obtaining extramural research funding to conduct cutting-edge research both as a corresponding principal investigator and a collaborating investigator; (2) teaching and mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate students as designated by the department chairperson; and (3) actively providing service within the department, school and university alongside active engagement with the profession and/or the community.
These positions are located on the campus of Indiana University, Bloomington (IUB) in Bloomington, Indiana, and successful candidates are expected to work on the IUB campus to allow full engagement with the department, school, campus, and community. Indiana University bases its tenure and promotion recommendations upon performance in three areas including research, teaching, and service. All individuals hired through this cluster hire are expected to excel in research and provide strong performance in teaching and service.
The department provides strong support for the continued professional development of early and mid-career faculty, evidenced by a strong track record of mentoring tenure-track faculty from point of hiring to tenure and to promotion to full professor. The university provides competitive startup funds, and the department arranges service and teaching assignments so that pre-tenure faculty can prioritize time on research.
Minimum Qualifications: Applicants should possess a PhD in psychology (or a related field) at the time of appointment and be committed to excellence in scholarship and teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level.
Candidates must demonstrate a record of scholarly achievement appropriate for a tenure-track appointment, including, for example, experience as lead investigator of extramurally funded research, current funding or strong potential to secure external funding, and established record of publications and scholarly work.
Application Procedures: Review of applications will begin November 15, 2026 and continue until all positions are filled. Application materials should include:
Applicants should apply at:https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/34485
All queries about the position or the application procedures should be addressed to Bill Hetrick, search chairperson, at whetrick@iu.edu or Dr. Cindy Broderick, search coordinator, at faculty1@iu.edu.
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring.See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
About Indiana University Bloomington: Founded in 1820, Indiana University-Bloomington (IUB) is the flagship campus of Indiana University. IUB constantly strives to embody its mission to create, disseminate, preserve, and apply knowledge. It does so through its commitments to (1) cutting-edge research, scholarship, arts, and creative activity; (2) inspired and challenging undergraduate, graduate, professional, and lifelong educational programs; (3) meaningful experiences outside the classroom; (4) expansive global educational opportunities; (5) first-rate library and museum collections; and (6) far-reaching economic development and impact in the state and region. IUB is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU) since 1909, is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. With over 47,000 undergraduate and graduate students, the campus has 16 degree-granting colleges and schools offering 300+ undergraduate majors, 300+ master’s degrees, and 150+ doctoral and professional degree opportunities. The wider campus community houses many smaller communities that foster connections and belonging. Many of these groups host cultural events, workshops, and collaborative campus-wide events to build community strength. Known for its Indiana limestone facades and green spaces throughout, our campus is widely considered one of the country’s most beautiful.
About the College: The College of Arts and Sciences at Indiana University has over 225 academic programs rooted in three broad areas of study—Arts and Humanities, Natural and Mathematics Sciences, and Social and Historical Studies. The College is home to over 70 departments and programs and three schools—the Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture + Design, the Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies, and the Media School. Over 900 faculty members serve within the College and form an extraordinary teaching and learning community at the heart of a world-class university. Members of the College’s faculty are continually recognized as elected fellows of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the National Academies, the American Association for the Advancement of Science, and include MacArthur and Guggenheim Fellows, Fulbright Award winners, and Pulitzer Prize, Oscar, and Emmy winners.
About the Department: The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences is home to the oldest continuing psychology laboratory in America, opened by William Lowe Bryan in 1888. Today, our core mission is to unlock the mysteries of the human brain and behavior, while preparing students to apply this knowledge globally. By translating cutting-edge discoveries to real world solutions, we train the next generation of scientists to excel in healthcare, academia, industry and public service. The department features an onsite Psychology Clinic and imaging research facility. We foster a culture where faculty are highly congenial, deeply supportive of junior faculty, and remarkably collaborative. Department policies are family friendly. To learn more about the department visit https://psych.indiana.edu.
About the city: Bloomington is a vibrant university town that blends small town charm with big city cultural and athletic events. The surrounding region, featuring nature preserves, National forests, and Indiana’s largest reservoir, offers exceptional outdoor recreation opportunities. Friendly, safe, affordable and welcoming, Bloomington is a gem set in the beautiful rolling hills of southern Indiana. Bloomington’s geographic position illustrates our state’s nickname “Crossroad of America.” It is within a 1 hour drive of Indianapolis, 2 hour drive of Louisville, KY, 3.5 hour of Columbus, OH, and ~4 hour drive to Chicago, IL, St. Louis, MO, and Nashville, TN. Bloomington has a low cost of living relative to entry-level faculty salaries. The community is home to many thriving affinity groups and offers an exceptional selection of cultural, educational, and recreational opportunities.
Learn more here: https://bloomington.iu.edu/campus-life/bloomington.html.
Basic Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Applicants should possess a PhD in psychology (or a related field) at the time of appointment and be committed to excellence in scholarship and teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level.
Candidates must demonstrate a record of scholarly achievement appropriate for a tenure-track appointment, including, for example, experience as lead investigator of extramurally funded research, current funding or strong potential to secure external funding, and established record of publications and scholarly work.
Department Contact for Questions
All queries about the position or the application procedures should be addressed to Bill Hetrick, search chairperson, at whetrick@iu.edu or Dr. Cindy Broderick, search coordinator, at faculty1@iu.edu.
Additional Qualifications Salary and Rank Special Instructions
This search is running concurrently with an associate or full professor in clinical psychology. For more information visit:https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/34486
For Best Consideration Date 11/15/2026 Expected Start Date 08/01/2027 Posting Number IU-101705-2026
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