Assistant Professor of Psychology

The Psychology Department at Southern Utah University (http://suu.edu/hss/psychology/) seeks one Assistant Professor in the Tenure Track. New graduates up to advanced Assistant Professors will be considered for this position. For advanced Assistant Professors from other institutions, years toward tenure may be applied at the time of hire. This is a full-time, 9-month position to commence August 2022. The salary range will be based on CUPA Benchmarks, and SUU offers a competitive benefits package.

First consideration date for applications will begin February 1, 2022.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties include teaching a combination of 12 graduate and undergraduate credit hours per semester, including clinical supervision of doctoral students in the new Psy.D. program (https://www.suu.edu/psyd/), making scholarly/creative contributions, and providing departmental, college, and/or university service/leadership. The specific course assignments are negotiable but should include, in order of need, some combination of the following: Addictions Treatment, Principles of Assessment, Practicum, Drugs and Behavior, Psychometrics, Counseling & Psychotherapy, Group Dynamics, Case Conceptualization, Professional Ethics, Abnormal Psychology, General Psychology, or other specialized classes that suit the candidate's qualifications.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Preferred Qualifications -

The Department of Psychology at SUU seeks a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that encourages and values diverse perspectives, varied life experiences, contrasting groups of individuals, and innovative ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual engagement and exchange. We are interested in attracting faculty committed to recruiting and retaining diverse students and who adhere to models of inclusive pedagogy, research, and clinical training. The Department is committed to being a place where a mix of talented professionals and students want to come, to stay, to do their best work, and to thrive in an atmosphere of collegiality. We are focused on fostering an environment of equality that is inclusive of one's race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, and all the other characteristics that make us different. We strongly encourage applications from women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities, and covered veterans. Preference is given to candidates who articulate specifically why SUU is a good professional fit for them.

Required Qualifications -

Qualified applicants will have a Ph.D. or Psy.D. (an Ed.D. may be considered) in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA accredited doctoral program, demonstrate excellence in teaching, and have a commitment to student research, community engagement, and other high impact educational practices. Preferred specializations include substance abuse treatment, suicidology, eating disorders, and experience in rural and underserved populations. Other dimensions of clinical work may be considered. Experience in evidence-based engaged learning pedagogies is also desired. Experience in training graduate students will be considered an added strength. Qualified individuals will be licensed or license eligible in Utah. Strong interpersonal skills and collegiality are essential. In accordance with Utah State Code 53B-110, appointment to this position is contingent upon the successful passing of a background check.

To apply, visit https://suu.applicantpro.com/jobs/2136943.html