Assistant Professor - Hilo, United States - University of Hawaii System

Description

Title:
Assistant Professor (Counseling Psychology)

Position number: 73298


Hiring Unit:
College of Arts & Sciences, Psychology Dept.


Location:
UH Hilo

Date Posted: 1/3/2024


Closing Date:
Continuous recruitment. Application review will begin on or about February 15, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled.

Salary:
Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Monthly Type: 9-month


Tenure Track:
Tenure


Full time/Part time:
Full-time


Temporary/Permanent:
Permanent


Other Conditions:
Appointment to begin approximately August 2024, pending position clearance and availability of funding.


Duties and Responsibilities:

• Primary teaching duties are in the MA Program in Counseling Psychology (Specialization: Clinical Mental Health Counseling), Department of Psychology.

Teach courses in Substance Use Disorders and one or more of the following courses:

Applied Multivariate Statistics, Research Methods and Program Evaluation, Psychological Assessment, Professional Identity and Ethics, Lifespan Human Development, Career Development, Assessment, & Counseling, Psychopathology over the Lifespan (DSM-5), Counseling Theories, Group Work and Counseling, Social & Cultural Foundations, Counseling Skills, and Practicum/Internship Supervision, as well as courses within the candidate's area of specialization.

• Contribute to undergraduate curriculum such as Survey of Psychology, Statistics, or Research Methods.
• Provide academic advising.
• Conduct program of scholarly research.
• Supervise graduate student research.
• Participate in program, department, university and professional/community service.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A doctoral degree in Counseling or Clinical Psychology from an accredited university by the time of employment.
• Licensed or license eligible in the State of Hawaii as a Mental Health Counselor or Psychologist by the time of employment.
• Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) or be CSAC-eligible in the State of Hawaii by the time of employment.
• Demonstrated experience in graduate teaching and/or training.
• Documented ability to teach courses in Substance Use Disorders and one or more of the courses listed under Duties.
• Evidence of research productivity and clear potential for developing a strong program of research in the area of the applicant's expertise.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Ability to teach courses in assessment, psychopathology, and treatment of Substance Use Disorders.
• Experience in developing training programs in substance abuse counseling and in interacting with community providers in this area.
• Documented excellence in teaching courses listed under Duties.
• Experience in mentoring graduate students.
• Strong research record as evidenced by empirical publications in recognized scholarly journals or research grants in the area of the applicant's expertise.
• Experience working with a diverse student body.

To Apply:

Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach the required documents.

A complete application must include:
(1) cover letter addressing the ability to perform stated duties and specifically explaining how the minimum and desirable qualifications are met; (2) current curriculum vita; (3) contact information for three (3) references (with letters available upon request); (4) academic transcripts (copies of unofficial transcripts are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required prior to employment). Please do not include any self-identifying photos they will be redacted. PLEASE REDACT REFERENCES TO SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBERS AND BIRTH DATE ON TRANSCRIPT COPIES. All requested documents/information become the property of the University. All minimum qualifications must be met by the closing date. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Failure to submit all required documents and reference information shall deem an application to be incomplete.

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Inquiries:
Sunyoung Kim,

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Agency University of Hawaii

Department University of Hawai'i at Hilo Address 200 W. Kawili Street

Hilo, Hawaii, 96720

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