Psychology Professor - Director of Forensic Emphasis Area

Psychology Professor

The School of Professional Psychology (SOPP) at Spalding University seeks to hire a full-time, tenure-track faculty member at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank to direct the Forensic Emphasis Area in our clinical psychology doctoral program. Fully accredited since 1989, our PsyD program is highly successful, with a strong national reputation. Candidates must hold a doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology, either with or eligibility for licensure in KY. Outstanding postdoctoral candidates may be considered. Candidates with marginalized/minoritized identities are especially encouraged to apply.

JOB SUMMARY                                                                                      

We seek candidates who possess strong knowledge and skill in forensic psychology and who are passionate about teaching and training clinical psychology doctoral students to be the next generation of forensic psychologists. Successful candidates will contribute to our highly collaborative environment and will be expected to achieve a strong balance across the three domains of teaching, scholarship, and service. First, they will be strong teachers who utilize best practices in teaching and enjoy student mentoring. Ideally, they will be competent in supervision and support the operations of our department training clinic, the Center for Behavioral Health (https://behavioralhealth.spalding.edu/). Second, they will be thoughtful scholars with either a record of presenting and/or publishing in their chosen research interest areas or demonstrated promise to do so. Third, they will possess a cooperative spirit to work collegially with others on university and departmental service committees. The position offers scheduling flexibility (other than class times) and faculty members are encouraged to use up to eight hours per week in research, consultation, direct service (e.g. private practice) and/or supervision. Opportunities are available to engage in direct service as part of our Faculty Practice Plan, where faculty are able to see their own private practice clients in the Center for Behavioral Health. Additional contract supervision for doctoral students on practicum placements may also be available.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach graduate courses in the School of Professional Psychology
• Develop or continue a scholarship interest area and create opportunities to mentor students in their own scholarship
• Contribute service to the department and university (e.g., active participation on committees)
• Mentor students, including their dissertation research
• Attend faculty and departmental meetings
• Contribute to the collaborative spirit of the faculty

SKILLS AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS                                      

• Must hold a doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology
• Must be license eligible or hold a valid license in the state Kentucky with designation for supervision (i.e., HSP designation)
• Must have expertise in the domain of forensic psychology
• Teaching and supervision experience preferred, but not required
• Established research interests strongly preferred
• Strong communication skills in oral and written forms

INTERRELATIONS

• Must have an appreciation and respect for diverse populations and intersecting identities
• Will engage in regular contact with administration, faculty, staff, and students
• Mentoring available for the first year of hire

CONTACT

All applications are made through the Paycom Applicant Tracking System.

Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Norah Chapman at nchapman02@spalding.edu

ABOUT SPALDING UNIVERSITY:

Spalding University offers a comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, Spalding matching contribution up to 5% to your 403b/Roth retirement plan, generous Paid Time Off program, Parental Leave, 21 holidays including 2 weeks off at the end of the year, paid life insurance and short-term disability, paid time for volunteering, free gym membership, and more.

Situated in the heart of downtown Louisville, Kentucky’s largest city, Spalding University combines a rich social justice history and a commitment to community service as we attract students who desire a high-quality education in a very personalized setting. An engaged faculty serves nearly 2300 students at the bachelors’, masters and doctoral levels, providing real-world learning in liberal and professional studies.

Faculty, staff and students are united by the institutional mission: Spalding University is a diverse community of learners dedicated to meeting the needs of the times in the tradition of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth through quality undergraduate and graduate liberal and professional studies, grounded in spiritual values, with an emphasis on service and the promotion of peace and justice.

With a focus on service and leadership, Spalding offers all students a mission-driven connection to community and comprehensive learning resources while striking a distinctive balance serving the educational needs of both the traditional student and the working student. In addition, our unique6-week class delivery format affords students scheduling flexibility amidst other life responsibilities.

Spalding aspires to become the first choice for students of compassion and service, with a commitment to cultural diversity, equity and inclusion, celebrated for a rigorous yet nurturing environment, emulated for interdisciplinary, collaborations, and acclaimed for contributions to the community.

Spalding University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University complies with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity laws. It is the University’s policy not to discriminate against any individual or group of individuals and to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, national origin, age, disability, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, veteran status or other protected status. All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.