Mid Level Psychology Jobs
Mid level psychology jobs go to practitioners ready to take independent ownership of caseloads or research projects, contribute to program development, and guide less experienced colleagues without constant supervision. Openings are spread across on-site, hybrid, and remote settings in Education and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Loyola University Chicago, Atrium Health, and Crimson Education actively hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
All faculty positions are governed by the tenets of a collective bargaining agreement. Faculty are hired, evaluated, retained, promoted, and tenured on the basis of conditions covered in the union contract. Primary duties include teaching and related activities assigned during a 9- or 12-month year. It is expected that each faculty member engages in all three activities of teaching, research/creative activities, and service.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Teaching:
- Faculty members are expected to teach 4 to 8 credit courses per year.
- Develop syllabi and teaching materials (ability to organize, analyze, and present knowledge or materials) related to courses taught.
- Collaborate with other faculty in the development of new courses and/or programs.
- Some disciplines require discipline-specific certifications and/or licensure in the field for practice or functioning within the State of Illinois; degree-specific coursework and/or graduate degrees in the discipline.
- Advise students, participate in professional development activities, and engage in assessment activities related to accreditation and program evaluation.
Research:
- Faculty members are expected to engage in research and/or creative activity germane to an academic discipline, which results in submissions and material as works in refereed, professional, and/or general readership publications.
- Submit and receive externally awarded grants.
- Submit proposals for presentations at academic and professional conferences.
- Engage in creative pursuits if in a creative, performing, or theatrical arts discipline.
Service:
- Faculty members are expected to serve on committees, programs, and/or special task forces at the department, college, university, professional, and community levels.
- Assume leadership roles over time and as they increase in rank.
- These activities are not for compensation and have a relationship to the employee’s assigned responsibilities and to the university.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Earned terminal degree from an accredited university in Psychology or related field (PhD, PsyD, EdD).
- Meets tenure and/or rank requirements from a discipline within the unit as defined by the collective bargaining unit.
- Previous academic experience at a four-year college or university: 5 or more years teaching experience as determined by rank criteria.
- Previous professional experience related to the discipline: 5 or more years as determined by the discipline and rank criteria.
- Record of scholarly research, creative activity in a discipline, as well as receipt of competitive grants or externally awarded funding.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to teach undergraduate courses in social psychology, cognitive psychology, physiological psychology, statistics, research methodology, and/or undergraduate thesis.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in using modern teaching approaches that incorporate active learning and technology.
- Previous academic experience at a four-year college or university.
- Previous professional experience related to the discipline.
- Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds is preferred. Women and diverse applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Record of potential for scholarly research as well as potential for receipt of competitive grants or externally awarded funding.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
All applicants should have earned a doctorate in social psychology, experimental psychology, cognitive psychology, or related psychology doctorate.
INTRODUCTION
All faculty positions are governed by the tenets of a collective bargaining agreement. Faculty are hired, evaluated, retained, promoted, and tenured on the basis of conditions covered in the union contract. Primary duties include teaching and related activities assigned during a 9- or 12-month year. It is expected that each faculty member engages in all three activities of teaching, research/creative activities, and service.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Teaching:
- Faculty members are expected to teach 4 to 8 credit courses per year.
- Develop syllabi and teaching materials (ability to organize, analyze, and present knowledge or materials) related to courses taught.
- Collaborate with other faculty in the development of new courses and/or programs.
- Some disciplines require discipline-specific certifications and/or licensure in the field for practice or functioning within the State of Illinois; degree-specific coursework and/or graduate degrees in the discipline.
- Advise students, participate in professional development activities, and engage in assessment activities related to accreditation and program evaluation.
Research:
- Faculty members are expected to engage in research and/or creative activity germane to an academic discipline, which results in submissions and material as works in refereed, professional, and/or general readership publications.
- Submit and receive externally awarded grants.
- Submit proposals for presentations at academic and professional conferences.
- Engage in creative pursuits if in a creative, performing, or theatrical arts discipline.
Service:
- Faculty members are expected to serve on committees, programs, and/or special task forces at the department, college, university, professional, and community levels.
- Assume leadership roles over time and as they increase in rank.
- These activities are not for compensation and have a relationship to the employee’s assigned responsibilities and to the university.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Earned terminal degree from an accredited university in Psychology or related field (PhD, PsyD, EdD).
- Meets tenure and/or rank requirements from a discipline within the unit as defined by the collective bargaining unit.
- Previous academic experience at a four-year college or university: 5 or more years teaching experience as determined by rank criteria.
- Previous professional experience related to the discipline: 5 or more years as determined by the discipline and rank criteria.
- Record of scholarly research, creative activity in a discipline, as well as receipt of competitive grants or externally awarded funding.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to teach undergraduate courses in social psychology, cognitive psychology, physiological psychology, statistics, research methodology, and/or undergraduate thesis.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in using modern teaching approaches that incorporate active learning and technology.
- Previous academic experience at a four-year college or university.
- Previous professional experience related to the discipline.
- Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds is preferred. Women and diverse applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Record of potential for scholarly research as well as potential for receipt of competitive grants or externally awarded funding.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
All applicants should have earned a doctorate in social psychology, experimental psychology, cognitive psychology, or related psychology doctorate.
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Mid Level Psychology Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level psychology job?
Position your existing experience around outcomes, not just duties. Highlight cases or projects you led independently, any clinical or research specializations you have developed, and moments where your judgment shaped a decision. Tailor your application materials to show you can work with reduced oversight, and be specific about the populations or settings you know best, since mid level roles are won on demonstrated depth.
Which companies hire mid level psychologys?
Companies hiring mid level psychologys right now include Loyola University Chicago, Atrium Health, and Crimson Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level covers health systems, behavioral health organizations, government agencies, school districts, and private practices that need experienced practitioners who can carry a full caseload or lead a program without heavy supervision.
Are there remote mid level psychology jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by specialization. About 13% of mid level psychology openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with teletherapy, assessment roles, and research positions accounting for much of that share. Positions requiring direct client observation, neuropsychological testing, or in-person program oversight are more likely to be fully on-site.
How do I move up to a mid level psychology role?
The progression from entry level into mid level psychology typically involves deepening your clinical or research specialization, accumulating hours toward licensure or advanced credentials, and gradually taking ownership of full cases or project components rather than assisting on someone else's work. Employers look for measurable impact, such as client outcomes or published findings, and evidence that you can operate with growing independence over several years of consistent practice.
Which industries hire the most mid level psychologys?
Mid Level psychology roles concentrate in Education and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Those sectors drive hiring because they require practitioners experienced enough to manage complex cases, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to program evaluation without needing extensive day-to-day guidance.