Faculty Position in Clinical Psychology (Open Rank)

About the role

The Department of Psychology at American University of Sharjah invites applications for a full‑time faculty position in clinical psychology, starting August 2027. The appointee will help launch the university’s first master’s program in clinical psychology, emphasizing cross‑cultural competence and the use of new technologies in training.

Key responsibilities

• Design and launch the new master’s program in clinical psychology, including curriculum development and accreditation.
• Teach graduate and undergraduate courses, supervise student clinical work (if licensed), and build placement partnerships with mental‑health services in Sharjah and the UAE.
• Maintain an active research program and collaborate with the department head and program planning committee.

Required profile

• Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in clinical or counseling psychology with a strong research record (Assistant/Associate Professor or Professor rank).
• Licensed clinical or counseling psychologist in the UAE (or eligible for licensure) with supervisory experience, eligible for Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice.

Required skills

• Simulation‑based training
• Supervising trainee clinicians
• Internet‑delivered interventions
• Accrediting graduate programs
• Psychological assessments
• Cultural adaptation of assessment instruments and treatments

What we offer

• Salary commensurate with experience
• Free housing, paid utilities and other attractive benefits