Teachpsych
Assistant Professor of Psychology and Counseling - Counseling Psychology/Counsel
Teachpsych, Little Rock, Arkansas, United States, 72208
Assistant Professor of Psychology and Counseling - Counseling Psychology/Counselor EducationTenure-Track Assistant Professor Position Counseling Psychology/Counseling Education - UCA
The Department of Psychology and Counseling at the University of Central Arkansas invites applications for an Assistant Professor, tenure-track position to begin August 16, 2024. A Ph.D. in Counseling or Clinical Psychology from an APA-accredited program and license eligibility are required. Training as a generalist is preferred, and we are open to all qualified applicants; however, it would be helpful to have an interest in integrated health care, prevention, and strength-based approaches. We are eager to support applicants who bring diversity to the department and university.
Position Responsibilities
Serve as a core member of the APA-accredited program in Counseling Psychology/Counseling Education.
Teach courses aligned with program and department needs – e.g., graduate courses in mental health counseling, counseling psychology, multicultural psychology, and practicum.
Conduct an active program of research and scholarship with a clearly articulated agenda within the field of counseling and psychology.
Mentor students through academic advising, research, and dissertation supervision.
Serve the department, university, and community in ways that promote professional psychology.
The Department of Psychology and Counseling
The department houses undergraduate programs with over 550 majors and graduate programs in Counseling Psychology, School Psychology, and Mental Health Counseling. Our program in Counseling Psychology is accredited by APA and has a “general practitioner” emphasis. We also have a NASP-approved Ed.S program. Department faculty include experimental and applied psychologists who are active researchers and committed teachers. The Department is located within the College of Health and Behavioral Sciences with opportunities for collaborations with other health professionals.
UCA is in Conway, AR, a growing, diverse, and economically vibrant city of approximately 65,000 people. Conway is located only a half-hour drive from the state capital, Little Rock—the largest metro in Arkansas. Known as the “City of Colleges,” Conway is home not only to UCA, but also to two private colleges, a professional orchestra, live theatrical productions, and art museums and galleries. The city also boasts of major industries and private-school options in addition to achieving K-12 public schools. About one-quarter of our Conway neighbors are persons of color. Conway residents enjoy easy access to myriad outdoor opportunities both near Conway and within city limits. The city has constructed many miles of scenic walking trails, bike paths, and parks. Nevertheless, Central Arkansas’s cost of living—to include that associated with real estate, and state and local taxation—ranks well below national averages.
Application Process
For full consideration, applications should be submitted by November 15, 2023, to
https://jobs.uca.edu/postings/14077
. The University of Central Arkansas is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
www.uca.edu/psychology
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The Department of Psychology and Counseling at the University of Central Arkansas invites applications for an Assistant Professor, tenure-track position to begin August 16, 2024. A Ph.D. in Counseling or Clinical Psychology from an APA-accredited program and license eligibility are required. Training as a generalist is preferred, and we are open to all qualified applicants; however, it would be helpful to have an interest in integrated health care, prevention, and strength-based approaches. We are eager to support applicants who bring diversity to the department and university.
Position Responsibilities
Serve as a core member of the APA-accredited program in Counseling Psychology/Counseling Education.
Teach courses aligned with program and department needs – e.g., graduate courses in mental health counseling, counseling psychology, multicultural psychology, and practicum.
Conduct an active program of research and scholarship with a clearly articulated agenda within the field of counseling and psychology.
Mentor students through academic advising, research, and dissertation supervision.
Serve the department, university, and community in ways that promote professional psychology.
The Department of Psychology and Counseling
The department houses undergraduate programs with over 550 majors and graduate programs in Counseling Psychology, School Psychology, and Mental Health Counseling. Our program in Counseling Psychology is accredited by APA and has a “general practitioner” emphasis. We also have a NASP-approved Ed.S program. Department faculty include experimental and applied psychologists who are active researchers and committed teachers. The Department is located within the College of Health and Behavioral Sciences with opportunities for collaborations with other health professionals.
UCA is in Conway, AR, a growing, diverse, and economically vibrant city of approximately 65,000 people. Conway is located only a half-hour drive from the state capital, Little Rock—the largest metro in Arkansas. Known as the “City of Colleges,” Conway is home not only to UCA, but also to two private colleges, a professional orchestra, live theatrical productions, and art museums and galleries. The city also boasts of major industries and private-school options in addition to achieving K-12 public schools. About one-quarter of our Conway neighbors are persons of color. Conway residents enjoy easy access to myriad outdoor opportunities both near Conway and within city limits. The city has constructed many miles of scenic walking trails, bike paths, and parks. Nevertheless, Central Arkansas’s cost of living—to include that associated with real estate, and state and local taxation—ranks well below national averages.
Application Process
For full consideration, applications should be submitted by November 15, 2023, to
https://jobs.uca.edu/postings/14077
. The University of Central Arkansas is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
www.uca.edu/psychology
#J-18808-Ljbffr