The University of Kassel is a modern and growing University with round about 21.000 students. The university’s wide range of expertise covers subjects in the natural, applied, cultural and social sciences.

The Faculty of Human Sciences (Department of Psychology) is seeking a highly qualified individual for the following position:

W2 Professorship (m/f/d) in Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy

Application deadline:
23.07.2026

Date of hire: as soon as possible

Vacancy number:
39275
Job Description

We are seeking a scholar with an international reputation in the field of psychotherapy research. A particular focus of the professorship shall be on researching the effectiveness and processes of various established psychotherapeutic practices (e.g., orientations, methods). Applicants are expected to actively participate in professional networks and help shape the future of psychotherapeutic practice based on their own research findings.

In teaching, the professorship is to represent the field of clinical psychology and psychotherapy in its entirety, encompassing both the Bachelor’s program in Psychology and the Master’s program in Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy. A central responsibility also includes the cooperative management of the university outpatient clinic. In this regard, the University of Kassel places great emphasis on the professorship promoting diversity and the integration of various psychotherapeutic orientations. Participation in academic self-governance is part of the duties of the position.

Employment Requirements

The employment requirements and performance standards set forth in Sections 67 and 68 of the Hessian Higher Education Act (HessHG) apply. A doctoral degree in psychology and relevant additional academic achievements (e.g., a habilitation) are required. At the time of application, candidates must hold a license in psychotherapy that is (equivalently) recognized for Germany. Furthermore, specialized expertise in psychodynamic/-analytic psychotherapy as well as proof of successful collaboration with practitioners of other recognized psychotherapeutic orientations and/or of continuing education and training in other recognized psychotherapeutic orientations is required. In addition, extensive clinical experience (e.g., therapy, supervision) is desirable.

Applicants must demonstrate their expertise in empirical psychotherapy research through relevant publications in peer-reviewed international journals. We expect the research to be aligned with the research priorities of the clinical and non-clinical departments of the Institute of Psychology and the Department of Human Sciences. Furthermore, experience in successfully securing competitive external funding, as well as evidence of teaching expertise and a strong commitment to teaching, are required.

The Institute of Psychology is committed to transparency and the intersubjective verifiability of research (Open Science, including Open Data, Open Materials, and pre-registration). Applicants are therefore asked to describe how they have pursued these goals in the past.

International applications are welcome. The Institute of Psychology is also seeking to increase the proportion of female professors and encourages applications from qualified women.

For further information please contact Prof. Dr. Christoph Flückiger, Tel.: +49 561 804-3584.

In the event of any differences between the German and English versions of this call for application, the German wording is legally binding.

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Please send your application with the usual informative documents, stating the reference number the subject line, via the online form. We have complied further information for you in our . The protection of your personal information is very important to us, so we will handle your personal information with care. By your application, you allow us the storage and use in the sense of the Hessian Data Protection and Freedom of Information Act. You can object to this at any time. Your personal data will be deleted.

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The University of Kassel is very interested in the professional satisfaction of its employees. It is distinguished as a family-friendly university and, in the interests of equal opportunities, strives to offer everyone the same opportunities for development and to counteract existing disadvantages. It promotes the Family Welcome Service and also the Dual Career Service for positions that are scientifically and academically filled. One of the strategic goals of the University of Kassel is to significantly increase the proportion of women in research and teaching. Applications from women are therefore particularly welcome. Seriously handicapped and equivalent applicants are given preference if they have the same suitability, qualifications and professional performance.