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Assistant Professor - School Psychology
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
To apply, please submit the following application materials: (1) a letter of application, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) names and contact information of three references who have been asked to send letters of recommendation electronically, (4) a teaching philosophy statement that addresses how you approach teaching and learning, with a summary of teaching evaluations, and (5) a research statement that describes your research interests and program. Application materials should be submitted electronically at https://unomaha.peopleadmin.com/ .
Questions about the position should be addressed to Brian McKevitt, Ph.D., School Psychology Search Committee Chair, Department of Psychology, University of Nebraska at Omaha, 6001 Dodge St., Omaha, NE 68182-0274, Phone: 402-554-2498, E-mail: bmckevitt@unomaha.edu .
Applications will be reviewed beginning November 15, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, please apply by the review date. For more information about UNO’s School Psychology program, please visit https://cas.unomaha.edu/schoolpsych .
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Assistant Professor - School Psychology
Department
Psychology
Essential Functions
The Psychology Department at the University of Nebraska at Omaha ( UNO ) invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in School Psychology. The Psychology Department at UNO offers a strong undergraduate program and graduate degree programs in School Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Developmental Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Social Psychology, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, and Neuroscience and Behavior with outstanding faculty dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service. This is a full-time, benefits eligible position with an anticipated start date of August 16, 2027.
The successful candidate will teach graduate level school psychology courses with additional responsibility for teaching undergraduate courses (depending on department needs); maintain a productive record of research and scholarship in area(s) of specialization; advise graduate students in research and career preparation; and participate in service at the local, state, and national levels. Our NASP -accredited Ed.S. program emphasizes a scientist-practitioner model and is committed to training outstanding practitioners with a strong background in problem solving, data-based decision making, and evidence-based practices. The program has well-established partnerships with local school districts and community agencies in urban, suburban, and rural settings to provide rich training opportunities for students. There are potential avenues for collaboration with colleagues from the Psychology Department, as well as from other departments and colleges at UNO and the Munroe-Meyer Institute at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.
The University of Nebraska at Omaha ( UNO ) is Nebraska’s only public metropolitan university, uniquely positioned at the heart of the state’s largest city. As a proud member of the University of Nebraska system, UNO offers a distinctive blend of academic excellence, impactful research, and meaningful community engagement, all within a student-centered environment that fosters opportunity, access, and achievement. With more than 15,000 students and a campus known for its variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, UNO is committed to merit-based opportunity, inclusive excellence, and the transformative power of education. We emphasize experiential learning and innovation in all that we do, preparing our graduates to lead in a dynamic, global society.
The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to preventing and eliminating discrimination against employees and prospective employees based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. The University of Nebraska at Omaha does not condone or tolerate discrimination. In support of this policy, the University has implemented employment programs to recruit, employ, and promote qualified individuals based solely on their knowledge, skills, abilities and talents. These factors, along with our commitment to recruit, assess and select all candidates/employees using job-related criteria, ensure fairness, equal evaluation, and treatment in our selection decisions and processes.
Work Schedule
Varies
Additional Duties
Required Qualifications
Qualifications include an earned doctorate (or anticipated before August 2027) in School Psychology or closely related field, preferably from a NASP and/or APA -accredited program, evidence of potential for scholarly productivity and graduate and undergraduate level teaching, and eligibility for state and national certification as a school psychologist. Practical experience as a school psychologist in schools is strongly preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly sits; may stand, walk. See, hear, speak and use of hands.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly works indoors. Noise level is low to moderate.
Salary
$75,000- $80,000
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
2026F-00150
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please submit the following application materials: (1) a letter of application, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) names and contact information of three references who have been asked to send letters of recommendation electronically, (4) a teaching philosophy statement that addresses how you approach teaching and learning, with a summary of teaching evaluations, and (5) a research statement that describes your research interests and program. Application materials should be submitted electronically at https://unomaha.peopleadmin.com/ .
Questions about the position should be addressed to Brian McKevitt, Ph.D., School Psychology Search Committee Chair, Department of Psychology, University of Nebraska at Omaha, 6001 Dodge St., Omaha, NE 68182-0274, Phone: 402-554-2498, E-mail: bmckevitt@unomaha.edu .
Applications will be reviewed beginning November 15, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, please apply by the review date. For more information about UNO’s School Psychology program, please visit https://cas.unomaha.edu/schoolpsych .
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
To apply, please submit the following application materials: (1) a letter of application, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) names and contact information of three references who have been asked to send letters of recommendation electronically, (4) a teaching philosophy statement that addresses how you approach teaching and learning, with a summary of teaching evaluations, and (5) a research statement that describes your research interests and program. Application materials should be submitted electronically at https://unomaha.peopleadmin.com/ .
Questions about the position should be addressed to Brian McKevitt, Ph.D., School Psychology Search Committee Chair, Department of Psychology, University of Nebraska at Omaha, 6001 Dodge St., Omaha, NE 68182-0274, Phone: 402-554-2498, E-mail: bmckevitt@unomaha.edu .
Applications will be reviewed beginning November 15, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, please apply by the review date. For more information about UNO’s School Psychology program, please visit https://cas.unomaha.edu/schoolpsych .
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Assistant Professor - School Psychology
Department
Psychology
Essential Functions
The Psychology Department at the University of Nebraska at Omaha ( UNO ) invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in School Psychology. The Psychology Department at UNO offers a strong undergraduate program and graduate degree programs in School Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Developmental Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Social Psychology, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, and Neuroscience and Behavior with outstanding faculty dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service. This is a full-time, benefits eligible position with an anticipated start date of August 16, 2027.
The successful candidate will teach graduate level school psychology courses with additional responsibility for teaching undergraduate courses (depending on department needs); maintain a productive record of research and scholarship in area(s) of specialization; advise graduate students in research and career preparation; and participate in service at the local, state, and national levels. Our NASP -accredited Ed.S. program emphasizes a scientist-practitioner model and is committed to training outstanding practitioners with a strong background in problem solving, data-based decision making, and evidence-based practices. The program has well-established partnerships with local school districts and community agencies in urban, suburban, and rural settings to provide rich training opportunities for students. There are potential avenues for collaboration with colleagues from the Psychology Department, as well as from other departments and colleges at UNO and the Munroe-Meyer Institute at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.
The University of Nebraska at Omaha ( UNO ) is Nebraska’s only public metropolitan university, uniquely positioned at the heart of the state’s largest city. As a proud member of the University of Nebraska system, UNO offers a distinctive blend of academic excellence, impactful research, and meaningful community engagement, all within a student-centered environment that fosters opportunity, access, and achievement. With more than 15,000 students and a campus known for its variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, UNO is committed to merit-based opportunity, inclusive excellence, and the transformative power of education. We emphasize experiential learning and innovation in all that we do, preparing our graduates to lead in a dynamic, global society.
The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to preventing and eliminating discrimination against employees and prospective employees based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. The University of Nebraska at Omaha does not condone or tolerate discrimination. In support of this policy, the University has implemented employment programs to recruit, employ, and promote qualified individuals based solely on their knowledge, skills, abilities and talents. These factors, along with our commitment to recruit, assess and select all candidates/employees using job-related criteria, ensure fairness, equal evaluation, and treatment in our selection decisions and processes.
Work Schedule
Varies
Additional Duties
Required Qualifications
Qualifications include an earned doctorate (or anticipated before August 2027) in School Psychology or closely related field, preferably from a NASP and/or APA -accredited program, evidence of potential for scholarly productivity and graduate and undergraduate level teaching, and eligibility for state and national certification as a school psychologist. Practical experience as a school psychologist in schools is strongly preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly sits; may stand, walk. See, hear, speak and use of hands.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly works indoors. Noise level is low to moderate.
Salary
$75,000- $80,000
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
2026F-00150
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please submit the following application materials: (1) a letter of application, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) names and contact information of three references who have been asked to send letters of recommendation electronically, (4) a teaching philosophy statement that addresses how you approach teaching and learning, with a summary of teaching evaluations, and (5) a research statement that describes your research interests and program. Application materials should be submitted electronically at https://unomaha.peopleadmin.com/ .
Questions about the position should be addressed to Brian McKevitt, Ph.D., School Psychology Search Committee Chair, Department of Psychology, University of Nebraska at Omaha, 6001 Dodge St., Omaha, NE 68182-0274, Phone: 402-554-2498, E-mail: bmckevitt@unomaha.edu .
Applications will be reviewed beginning November 15, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, please apply by the review date. For more information about UNO’s School Psychology program, please visit https://cas.unomaha.edu/schoolpsych .
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Letter of Recommendation
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching Statement or Evidence
- Research Statement
- Transcripts
- Media File
- Portfolio
- Writing Sample
- Statement of Service and Community Engagement