Chair, Department of Psychology

Position Description: The College of Liberal Arts at Texas State University invites applications for the position of Chair of the Department of Psychology. The Chair of the Department of Psychology leads the largest department in the College of Liberal Arts.

Responsibilities include: overseeing the curriculum, budget, and hiring of faculty and staff; long-range strategic planning and facilitating growth inline with departmental vision; and representing the department on college and university councils. For more information about the functions of department chairs at Texas State, visit https://policies.txst.edu/division-policies/academic-affairs/01-02-11.html. We seek a colleague who can foster academic excellence, strengthen and develop graduate programs, encourage interdisciplinary and engaged scholarship, and promote continued collegiality within the department. The department has a strong history of shared governance with a large and varied faculty, including both tenure-track and instructional-track faculty. The Chair holds a 12-month appointment expected to start July 15,2027. The successful applicant will meet the requirements for tenure in the Department of Psychology, ideally at the rank of Professor, though highly qualified Associate Professors may be considered. About the University & Department Texas State University is a doctoral-granting university located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor, the largest campus in the Texas State University System, and among the largest universities in the state. The Department of Psychology currently offers a B.A. and B.S. degree in Psychology, a M.A. in Psychological Research (MAPR), and undergraduate minors in general psychology, forensic psychology, sport psychology, and data analytics. The B.A. degree can be completed at the San Marcos campus, Round Rock campus, Querétaro, Mexico, campus, or through our Accelerated Online program. The B.S. degree can be completed at the San Marcos campus, Round Rock campus, and Querétaro, Mexico, campus. More information is available at www.psych.txst.edu.

Required Qualifications: Earned doctorate (Ph. D.) in Psychology or a closely relateddiscipline (area of specialization open). Record of achievement in research, teaching, and servicesufficient for appointment with tenure at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor at the time of appointment. Demonstrated administrative leadership experience in highereducation or a comparable professional setting, including responsibilities related to strategic planning, budget management, personnel supervision, policy implementation, curriculum oversight, and/or academic program administration. Demonstrated evidence of successful mentoring of undergraduateand graduate students. The successful applicant will receive the appropriate rank andtitle based on university and department establishedstandards.

Preferred Qualifications: Record of achievement in research, teaching, and services sufficient for appointment with tenure at the rank of Professor. Evidence of successful acquisition and management of externallyfunded projects. Demonstrated commitment to strengths-based management andtransparency as a leader. Evidence of successful organizational and fiscal managementpractices consistent with managing and supporting a growing department and the strategic plans of the department, college, anduniversity. Demonstrated commitment to supporting departmental cohesionthat prioritizes the success of both teaching-focused and research-focused faculty. Ability to cultivate external community partnerships to supportand grow department initiatives and programming. Demonstrated experience supporting or participating in APAaccreditation and program review processes. Full Consideration Date: Close Date: 11/15/2026 Open Until Filled? About Texas State and San Marcos: Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year. Why work @ Texas State? Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents! Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more! Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off campus Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.