Doctoral Committee Chair - Behavioral Sciences - California Southern University (Terminal Degree in Psychology Required - Clinical OR Counseling)

**Doctoral Committee Chair – Psychology (Clinical or Counseling) -** **California Southern University (AIU System)** **Overview** California Southern University, part of the AIU System, is seeking a **Doctoral Committee Chair in Psychology** to mentor doctoral learners and guide them through successful project completion. This role is ideal for an experienced academic who is passionate about **research, mentorship, and student success in an online learning environment**. **Key Responsibilities** - Lead doctoral committees and guide learners through **topic selection, proposal development, oral defense, and final manuscript completion** - Provide **in-depth, actionable feedback**on: - Research methodologies - Literature reviews - Data collection and analysis - Dissertation writing and formatting - IRB applications and compliance - Monitor learner progress to ensure **milestone achievement and project completion** - Proactively engage learners to maintain **momentum and accountability** - Collaborate with faculty and academic advisors to address **student concerns and performance issues** - Ensure adherence to **university policies, academic standards, and ethical research protocols** - Oversee **IRB compliance and responsible data collection practices** **Required Education and Experience** - Terminal degree in **Psychology** from an institutionally or regionally accredited institution - Previous experience serving as a **doctoral committee member or chair** - Experience teaching or mentoring **online and/or adult learners** **Preferred Education and Experience** - Terminal degree in **Clinical or Counseling Psychology** - Licensed Clinical Psychologist - Demonstrated scholarly contributions within the last 10 years, including: - Peer-reviewed publications - Conference presentations - Program evaluation reports or related research work **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities** - Excellent **verbal and written communication skills** - Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to **build collaborative, professional relationships** - Proficiency working in **virtual academic environments** - Ability to support **diverse student populations** - Strong organizational and **time management skills** - Excellent **analytical and problem-solving abilities** - Proficiency in **Microsoft Office and learning new technologies quickly** - Expertise or familiarity with: - Quantitative analysis tools (R, SPSS, PSPP, JASP, G\*Power, etc.) - Data visualization tools (GlueViz, Orange, etc.) - Qualitative, quantitative, and mixed research methods - Willingness to participate in **training and faculty development** **Why This Role Stands Out** - **Per-student compensation:** $170–$180 - **Small, focused cohorts:** 2–5 students per 8-week session\* - **Earning potential:** $340–$900 per 8-week session - Opportunity to serve on **multiple committees simultaneously** - Fully **remote, flexible academic role** - Direct impact on **doctoral student success and completion** \*Student load may vary based on academic leadership guidelines. Faculty may onboard up to five new learners per month until reaching capacity (approximately 20 total students after four months). **Work Environment** - 100% Remote - Flexible schedule aligned to student needs and deadlines - Collaborative, mission-driven academic community