Associate Professor - School of Social Work, Psychology & Philosophy-Psychology & Philosophy
 Texas Woman's University | |
 United States, Texas, Denton | |
 Dec 12, 2024 | |
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The School Psychology Program at Texas Woman's University invites applications for a tenure-track advanced Assistant or Associate rank position in our APA-accredited PhD and NASP-accredited Specialist training programs, housed in the School of Social Work, Psychology, and Philosophy. Texas Woman's University is a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution, and the university routinely has been recognized among the nation's most diverse institutions. U.S. News & World Report ranked the university as being in the top 13% of universities nationwide for social mobility (https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/national-universities/social-mobility), a reflection of the university's commitment to enrolling and graduating students who qualify for federal Pell Grants and first generation college students. JOB DESCRIPTION We are seeking a new colleague who will teach, conduct research projects, and serve as an advisor within our Doctoral (APA-accredited and NASP-approved) and Specialist (NASP-accredited) programs. Our new colleague will have an established and growing program of research, as evidenced by a strong publication and presentation record. They will chair and serve on dissertation committees. Further, our new colleagues will have an interest in program leadership duties, specifically as Program Coordinator of our Specialist in School Psychology program or Practicum and Internship Coordinator. Graduate teaching may be tailored to match applicants' areas of specialization; however, ideal candidates will have an interest and expertise in our assessment sequence (e.g. cognitive, academic, neuropsychological, social-emotional) or our practice sequence (e.g., therapeutic and crisis intervention, multicultural psychology, practicum/internship). However, those with other research interests related to school psychology are also encouraged to apply. For this position, we are looking for a future colleague to also take on a leadership role as program coordinator of our Specialist in School Psychology program. This responsibility will include maintaining data, fielding inquiries, and other administration responsibilities related to the program. Program coordinators are typically afforded additional resources to complete their administrative duties at TWU, such as course releases and additional professional development funds, as they are available. They will also be working collaboratively with the program coordinator of the School Psychology PhD program. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS The minimum qualifications for the position include a doctoral degree (e.g., Ph.D., Psy.D., Ed.D., etc.) in School Psychology from an APA-accredited Doctoral program at the time of application. For this position, we are looking for a candidate with at least 3 years of experience as a tenure-track faculty member in a School Psychology program. Applicants must be licensed or license eligible as a psychologist or as a school psychologist in Texas. SCHOOL INFORMATION The Division of Social Work is also housed in the College of Arts and Sciences and has 8 full-time faculty members. The Division of Social Work has a Bachelor of Social Work program and a Joint Master's of Social Work program with the University of North Texas. Complete program information can be found at https://twu.edu/social-work/ UNIVERSITY INFORMATION There are exciting research and training opportunities in collaboration with the Woodcock Institute for the Advancement of Neurocognitive Research and Applied Practice, which is housed at TWU and the Woodcock Autism Assessment Clinic. Both are committed to the interdisciplinary advancement of contemporary cognitive assessment and applying evidence-based research to clinical practice. Texas Woman's University strives to provide an educational environment that affirms the rights and dignity of each individual, fosters diversity, and encourages a respect for the differences among persons. Discrimination or harassment of any kind is considered inappropriate. Texas Woman's University is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, age, veteran's status, or against qualified disabled persons. All positions at Texas Woman's University are deemed security sensitive requiring background checks. If you are a male between the age of 18 and 25, federal law requires that you must be registered with the U.S. Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions under Selective Service law. Under HB 558, enacted by the 76th Texas State Legislature, if you are currently of the age and gender requiring registration with Selective Service, but knowingly and willfully fail to do so, you are ineligible for employment with an agency in any branch of Texas state government. For additional information regarding registration or status, you can contact the Selective Service System at 847-688-6888 or www.sss.gov. TO APPLY Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled with the first review of applications to begin November 4, 2024. When you apply, please submit the following: (a) cover letter; (b) curriculum vitae; (c) copy of graduate transcripts; (d) statement that describes program of research, including plans for future scholarship; (e) name, email address, and phone number of three references. Please direct any inquiries to Dr. Samuel Y. Kim, Search Committee Chair, School of Social Work, Psychology, and Philosophy. Samuel Y. Kim, Ph.D. 940-898-2315 Skim18@twu.edu | |