Lecturer/Senior Lecturer, Director of Clinical Training

Description

The Department of Psychology at Yale University invites applications for a full-time Director of Clinical Training (DCT) at the rank of Lecturer or Senior Lecturer to provide leadership for our graduate clinical training program with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027. Depending on the successful applicant's level of experience, the initial appointment will be either for up to 3 years at the rank of Lecturer or up to 5 years at the rank of Senior Lecturer, with the possibility of renewal depending on successful performance and ongoing curricular need. Compensation and benefits are competitive with those of academic clinical psychologist positions.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage the training of clinical psychology graduate students, including oversight of practicum placements, training milestones, internship applications, and progress evaluations
• Manage day-to-day operations of the department's training clinic, ensuring high-quality client care and compliance with ethical and legal standards
• Provide direct clinical supervision to graduate student trainees
• Serve as a liaison to keep clinical faculty apprised of progress and emerging issues
• Teach two courses per semester, which may include (but are not limited to):

• Introduction to Psychotherapy
• Psychological Assessment
• Ethics in Clinical Practice
• Ensure the clinical training program remains compliant with relevant accreditation standards (e.g., APA, PCSAS)
• Serve as a liaison between the department, training sites, and accrediting bodies
• Participate in student admissions, mentorship, and professional development activities
• Contribute to department service

Qualifications

Required:

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from an APA- or PCSAS-accredited program
• Current license (or license-eligible) to practice psychology in Connecticut
• Demonstrated experience in clinical supervision and training
• Strong knowledge of clinical ethics, assessment, and psychotherapy practice
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills

Preferred:

• Prior experience as a DCT, Associate DCT, or in a similar clinical training leadership role
• Experience with APA and/or PCSAS accreditation processes
• University-level teaching experience
• Record of scholarship or clinical program development

Application Instructions

Applications must be submitted via Interfolio:

Interested candidates should submit the following materials:

• Cover letter addressing qualifications and interest in the role
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of clinical training philosophy, which should include content about teaching and supervision experiences
• Three letters of recommendation

Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives.

Additionally, in accordance with this Policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions; race; color; national or ethnic origin; religion; age; disability; protected veteran status, or other protected classes as set forth in federal and Connecticut law.

Compensation & Benefits Information

Information on salary ranges and benefits is available here.

Professional Conduct Review for New Faculty Hires

The final candidate, upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment/faculty appointment, may be required to disclose whether they are, or have been, the subject of any disciplinary proceeding (investigation, hearing, etc.) at previous institutions or employers, and may also be subject to a background screening. Candidates who materially misrepresent information on their resume or other application materials are ineligible for hire/appointment. Final candidates may also be required to sign a release to allow Yale to solicit information regarding any substantiated conduct violations from current and/or past employers.