Clinical Assistant Professor - Lamar University : Job Details

Posting Number 2022141 Classification Title Position Title Clinical Assistant Professor FTE 1 FLSA Salary commensurate Job Summary/Basic Function

About This Role:

The Department of Psychology at Lamar University invites applications for a Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychology. Successful candidates will

* Teach a variety of courses at the undergraduate- (e.g., general psychology, lifespan development) and master's-level (e.g., courses in psychotherapy, assessment, abnormal psychology)

* Mentor undergraduate and graduate student research

* Serve on graduate student thesis committees

* Provide clinical supervision to master's level students

* Actively engage in service to the department, college, and university.

* This position does not require an active program of research and is a non-tenure granting position.

Promotion to Clinical Associate Professor and Clinical Professor is based on teaching, service, and clinical responsibilities.

What You'll Do - Position Responsibilities:

* Implement effective teaching strategies while teaching a 4/4 load fall & spring semesters

* Provide clinical supervision to graduate students.

* Actively participate in academic service at the department, college, and university levels.

* Serve on graduate student thesis committees.

Key Competencies:

* Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

* Ability to implement effective and innovative teaching strategies.

* Knowledge and ability to provide supervision hours to clinical graduate students.

* Demonstrated commitment to service to the university, profession, and community.

Physical Requirements:

Standing for long periods while teaching,

Who We Are:

Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.

Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.

Benefits:

* Health, dental & vision insurance

* Life insurance

* State of Texas Retirement plans

* Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents.

* Paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays.

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance - Lamar University

Minimum Qualifications (Education & Experience)

* PhD or PsyD in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA accredited program.

* Licensure as a psychologist in Texas or license eligible.

* ABD applicants will be considered; however, the applicant must have earned their doctorate prior to August 2025.

Preferred Qualifications (Education & Experience) Certification Required Key Competencies Physical Requirements Work Hours Job Conditions EEO Statement

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran's Preference

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

Security Sensitive Statement

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Lamar Expectation of Quality

Employee will support the mission of Lamar by providing high quality, professional services, timely responses and solutions to customer requests.

Essential Functions

Posting Detail Information

Open Date 10/07/2024 Close Date Special Instructions to Applicants

Application considered incomplete pending receipt of three letters of recommendation to [email protected]

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