Assistant Professor for Clinical/Counseling Psychology
Job ID: 278331
Location: Summerville Campus
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:
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Job Summary
Job ID: 278331
Position # 40083539
Augusta University's Katherine Reese Pamplin College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences invites applications for two tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Professor in clinical or counseling psychology. The area of research emphasis is open but individuals whose research program focuses on child/adolescents, lifespan development or clinical neuropsychology are especially encouraged to apply. Candidates should show a commitment to effective pedagogy for undergraduate and graduate classes and have a productive research program in which they are able to mentor students.
Responsibilities
Candidates will be engaged in clinical supervision, show a commitment to effective pedagogy for undergraduate and graduate classes, and have a productive research program in which they are able to mentor students.
Required Qualifications
Candidates will be engaged in clinical supervision and must have a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA- or CPA-accredited university and be license-eligible in the state of Georgia.
Assistant Professor- Terminal degree or its equivalent in training, ability, and/or experience.
Required faculty employment qualifications for all USG institutions and all academic ranks within these institutions shall be:

• Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)'s requirements for institutional accreditation;
• Evidence of ability as a teacher;
• Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other assigned duties;
• Successful experience (which will necessarily be waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements); and,
• Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications
Individuals with the ability to teach cognitive assessment and/or whose research focuses on child/adolescents, lifespan development, or clinical neuropsychology are especially encouraged to apply.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
This position is academic year based and typically works August through May, depending on dates outlined in offer letter and yearly contract.
The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0.
Assistant Professor- Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.
Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more!
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.
Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, etc. while also considering internal equity and market data.
Advancement through the faculty ranks at Augusta University is only through the annual Promotion and Tenure process in which faculty may apply if eligible (typically five-year increments). For more information on ranks, please review the Augusta University Promotion and Tenure website:https://www.augusta.edu/faculty-affairs/promotionandtenure.php
College/Department Information
The Katherine Reese Pamplin College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences forms the heart of the liberal arts mission of Augusta University. We foster critical thinking about complex questions of the human experience; cultivate skills in written, verbal, and creative expression; promote active citizenship and community engagement; and prepare graduates for a variety of careers in quickly changing globalized environments. Our faculty and staff share a deep commitment to developing the intellectual potential of our students. We offer many undergraduate degrees as well as select graduate and minor programs that allow our students to gain the knowledge and skills that will transfer to career success. Explore opportunities for growth, including undergraduate research, study abroad, internships, and community service. The Department is composed of a collegial group of 11 full-time faculty members with expertise across a broad spectrum of psychology disciplines and currently offers undergraduate and graduate degrees.
The Undergraduate program offers a BS, with a Pre-Medicine track option, and a minor. Psychology is one of the largest and fastest growing majors at Augusta University. Many of our graduates go on to further their studies in psychology, counseling, law, medicine, and various other disciplines. Other graduates find employment in various organizations and businesses.
The Master's degree program offers three concentrations: MPCAC accredited Clinical/Counseling, Applied Experimental, and General Experimental.
We are growing. Construction is underway for clinical training as well as human subject research. Very soon, clinical faculty will have more room for trainees to conduct therapy and assessment. In addition, research faculty will have laboratory space for the study of clinical, cognitive, social, and developmental bases of behavior. Construction is estimated to be complete by November 2024.
About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Location
Our Summerville Campus:
2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
To be considered an applicant for this position, you must apply online at https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/#job-portals.
Please upload your Curriculum Vitae, Research Statement, Professional References, etc., as one document.
1. letter of application
2. curriculum vitae
3. statement of your philosophy on teaching Augusta University students
4. description of your current and/or proposed research program
5. graduate transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable for initial applicant screening), and
6. the names of three references as one combined pdf document online.
Any questions can be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Jenelle Slavin-Mulford, in the Department of Psychological Sciences at [email protected]. Applications are currently being accepted and will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=278331&PostingSeq=1
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