Assistant or Associate Professor of Psychology

Application Deadline:

10/1/2026

Position Details:

HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY FACULTY POSITION AVAILABLE

This full-time faculty position is on-campus and in-person. The TCU Department of Psychology is hiring a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor beginning August 2027. This position is part of a broader strategic initiative to build a nationally recognized research program focused on health and well-being. Primary consideration will be given to candidates who have completed a Ph.D. in any area of Psychology. We are particularly interested in health psychology research focused on addiction science, digital technologies and artificial intelligence (AI), intervention/implementation science, aging, behavioral science/medicine, or biomedical approaches, but we welcome applications from all areas of psychology. Applicants are expected to complement and extend the existing strengths of the department and institutes, collaborate across the department and university, and help shape the future of health psychology at TCU.

Applicants must have a well-developed funding trajectory aligned with external funding mechanisms (NIH, NSF, DoD, state, or foundation money). At the Associate level, the candidate must have active, transferable funding and/or Notice of Award (NOA) and strong potential for continued support. The successful candidate will be expected to (1) teach relevant undergraduate and graduate coursework in their area of expertise; (2) maintain an active, externally-funded research program involving undergraduate and graduate students; (3) collaborate with other faculty members within and external to TCU; and (4) provide service to the college and university.

Review of Applications will begin October 1, 2026

Specific application directions and information about the Psychology Department and TCU can be found below.
For further inquiries about the position, please contact the search committee chair, Dr. Kevin Knight (k.knight@tcu.edu).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING THE POSITION
A. START DATE: August 2027
B. RESEARCH
The successful candidate will join TCU at a time of substantial institutional investment in research, as the university advances its national R1 agenda through the LEAD ON: Values in Action strategic plan by expanding research funding, infrastructure, scholarly productivity, and opportunities for graduate and undergraduate researchers. Within the Louise Dilworth Davis College of Science & Engineering, the Department of Psychology offers a research-intensive environment with dedicated faculty laboratories, shared and specialized facilities, and opportunities to collaborate with undergraduate students, graduate research assistants, postdoctoral fellows, and faculty across a range of psychological disciplines. For example, faculty may compete for TCU Invests in Scholarship (TCU IS) awards of up to $20,000 to generate preliminary data, support student researchers and other project needs, and strengthen proposals for significant external funding. The University also affords the opportunity to forge productive interdisciplinary teams. TCU’s LEAP FORWARD program offers interdisciplinary teams seed awards of up to $75,000 to develop ambitious collaborative projects that are likely to lead to external funding, complementing other internal opportunities (e.g., Junior Faculty Summer Research Program). To help the candidate meet research funding, publication, and presentation expectations in order to obtain tenure, the university provides support for identifying funding opportunities, developing and submitting proposals, navigating research compliance, and building collaborations across TCU and with external institutions, agencies, industry partners, and community organizations. In addition, a competitive start-up package will be offered to allow the successful applicant to engage in productive research.
C. TEACHING
The Department of Psychology is committed to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education. The standard teaching load is 1-2 courses per semester. Faculty are expected to teach at least one undergraduate course per year, with teaching assignments determined by the faculty member's expertise and departmental needs. TCU's undergraduate students are highly engaged and frequently seek opportunities to participate in faculty research laboratories. Teaching is supported by graduate and/or undergraduate teaching assistants, and the Koehler Center for Teaching Excellence provides resources for course design, pedagogy, and professional development.

Department Details:

The Department of Psychology at TCU utilizes the teacher-scholar model to understand and study behavior, and the biological underpinnings of behavior, in both humans and non-human animals. Teaching is central to our department’s mission; we hire faculty who are passionate about teaching and highly trained in their area of teaching specialty. We offer majors in Psychology (BA, BS), Neuroscience (BS), and Child Development (BA, BS), along with our graduate (PhD) program.
Research plays a major role in the professional life of our tenure-track faculty. It is expected that graduate and undergraduate students will be trained in the process of scientific inquiry. Faculty have access to a variety of research lab-related equipment, and considerable collegiality/sharing of equipment and expertise.
Our department’s curriculum and all faculty-related policies have been developed with consultation of the full faculty. We work together as a team, with the utmost respect and appreciation for all types and ways of contributing to our students and their success. Collegiality and teamwork are a hallmark of our department.
See https://cse.tcu.edu/psychology/index.php for more information about the department.

School/College Description:

The Louise Dilworth Davis College of Science & Engineering encompasses 9 departments (Biology, Chemistry & Biochemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Environmental and Geological Sciences, Mathematics, Nutritional Sciences, Physics & Astronomy, and Psychology) as well as the Ranch Management Program, which offers both an undergraduate degree and a one-year certificate program. Davis College is also home to the Pre-Health Professions Institute, the Karyn Purvis Institute for Child Development, the Institute of Behavioral Research, the Institute for Environmental Studies, Monnig Meteorite Gallery, and the Institute for Ranch Management. Davis College is the second largest at TCU in terms of both undergraduate enrollment and number of majors. It contains a disproportionate percentage of high-achieving students, as evidenced by the fact that almost one-half of the students in the Honors College have majors in The Louise Dilworth Davis College of Science & Engineering. Research opportunities abound for undergraduates, with 46 percent of majors engaging in a substantive experience during which they work one-on-one with their faculty mentor. Davis College also has five doctoral programs and 16 master’s programs, as well as two graduate certificate programs. Davis College faculty are true teacher-scholars, for whom instruction and research are viewed as complementary activities.

University & Fort Worth Description:

About TCU

Founded in 1873, Texas Christian University is a world-class, private, Carnegie-classified national research university located in Fort Worth, Texas. Inspired by its mission and core values of integrity, engagement, community, and excellence, TCU consistently ranks among the top universities and colleges in the United States.

TCU’s campus — regularly ranked among the nation’s most beautiful — spans 302 acres in a primarily residential area just minutes from downtown.

The university comprises nine schools and colleges offering 117 areas of undergraduate study, 62 master’s level programs, and 37 areas of doctoral study. TCU is a leader across several disciplines, including health care, business, energy, and the arts. Total enrollment stands at 12,980, including 11,152 undergraduates and 1,828 graduate students. Students are supported by over 2,200 faculty and staff, including more than 700 full-time faculty members.

About Fort Worth

Fort Worth blends the approachable charm of a smaller city with the amenities, cultural energy, and distinctive personality of a major metro. As the nation’s 11th-largest city, with a rapidly growing population of more than 1 million, Fort Worth and TCU share a relationship that spans more than a century — one that continues to deepen as many Horned Frogs choose to stay after graduation, drawn by the region’s thriving job market. Part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area — the nation’s fourth-largest and a top tourism destination — Fort Worth earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report in 2025 as the No. 4 best big city to live in the United States.

Fort Worth offers an impressive array of cultural, educational, and entertainment opportunities, anchored by three world-class art museums — the Kimbell Art Museum, the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, and the Amon Carter Museum of American Art. The Bass Performance Hall stands as one of the premier performance venues in the country. Throughout the year, residents and visitors alike enjoy concerts, film festivals, and other cultural events at Sundance Square, Dickies Arena, Panther Island, and Near Southside venues.

Required Application Materials & Application Instructions:

Applicants should submit (1) a cover letter indicating their qualifications for this position; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a statement of research experience and future plans, including research funding plans; (4) a statement of teaching philosophy; (5) a statement of expected facilities and resources needs; and (6) contact details (name, affiliation, e-mail address, and phone number) for three academic references.

TCU uses an online application protocol administered by Human Resources. All application materials must be submitted electronically at: https://jobs.tcu.edu.

Employment Values Statement:

Texas Christian University values Integrity, Engagement, Community, and Excellence in the workplace. TCU treats applicants and employees with fairness and respect. TCU hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications and their commitment to making a positive impact on our student-centered community. TCU is an equal opportunity employer and follows all applicable employment laws. TCU fairly considers all qualified individuals, ensuring we are a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.