Assistant Professor in Psychology (Education & Scholarship Pathway UK visa sponsorship available)
Job Description
About the Role
The School of Psychology at the University of Sussex invites applications for a full-time, fixed-term Assistant Professor (Education & Scholarship Pathway) with expertise in clinical psychology and mental health.
This role focuses on teaching and assessment across undergraduate and postgraduate levels, specifically:
Level 7 modules: Child Clinical Psychology and Systematic Literature Review Dissertation.
Level 5 module: Clinical Psychology and Mental Health (selected topics, including convening and assessment).
You will deliver teaching, oversee assessments and feedback, and provide academic support for students. The role also includes supervising MSc dissertation projects on the Foundations of Clinical Psychology and Mental Health programme. Previous course materials will be available to adapt for teaching.
About You
This post is ideally suited to candidates who:
Have recently completed, or are close to completing, a PhD in clinical psychology, mental health, or a related field.
Demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching, assessment, and student support.
Are interested in building an academic career in higher education.
As a member of the Clinical Psychology subject group, you will also benefit from networking, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.
About the School
The School of Psychology is one of the largest and most influential psychology communities in the UK, with expertise spanning biological, cognitive, developmental, clinical, and social psychology. Established in 2009, the School builds on over 50 years of research excellence and innovation.
We are proud to hold a Silver Athena Swan Award, recognizing our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Why Join Us
Competitive reward and benefits package.
Collegial, research-rich teaching environment.
Strong commitment to equality, diversity, and staff development.
Further Information
Applicants must submit a full CV with their application.
Additional Key Information
Applicants must be based in the UK to undertake employment at the University.
This post is eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship (Grade 7.5 and above), provided salary and tradeable points requirements are met. See the University’s Skilled Worker Visa guidance for further details.
The University of Sussex values diversity and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
