Assistant Professor, School-Clinical Child Psychology Program
Job no: 497826
Work type: Faculty Full-time
Department: Ferkauf School of Psychology
Location: Resnick Campus, 1165 Morris Park Avenue, Bronx, NY
Categories: Clinical Services, Education/TeachingPosition Summary: The Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology at Yeshiva University is seeking to fill an Assistant Professor position in the School-Clinical Child Psychology Program. The position is a 9-month tenure-track faculty line beginning in September 2025. We are looking for an outstanding candidate with training and scholarship in school or clinical child psychology.Position Responsibilities:The position will involve:
- teaching graduate courses in school or clinical psychology
- maintaining an active research program
- mentoring doctoral student research projects
- supervising practicum experiences
- participating in service to the program and University
Experience & Educational Background:The ideal candidate should have a doctoral degree in school psychology (APA-accredited or NASP-approved) or combined school-clinical psychology (APA-accredited). Candidates with degrees in clinical psychology (APA-accredited) will also be considered, particularly those with research and teaching qualifications in the area of school-based mental health.Skills & Competencies:Candidates will be prioritized who could teach courses in the areas of cognitive and psychoeducational assessment, school consultation and interventions, or developmental and adult psychopathology. Applicants with graduate teaching experience and a strong record of research productivity and potential for external funding are sought.The ideal candidate should be a licensed psychologist or license eligible in New York State. Application Instructions:Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Priority will be given to applications received before November 15. To apply, please submit a cover letter and a Curriculum Vitae (CV) along with contact information for 2-3 professional references. Candidates who advance beyond an initial round will be asked to provide a Research Statement and Statement of Teaching Philosophy (with teaching evaluations if available).Salary Range: $90,000 - $125,000About Us: Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology is located on Yeshiva University's Resnick Campus approximately 7 miles from Manhattan, New York. The School-Clinical Child Program is an APA-accredited and NASP-approved Doctor of Psychology Program. Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology offers three APA-accredited doctoral programs: Clinical PsyD, School-Clinical Child PsyD and Clinical PhD with an emphasis on Health Psychology, as well as an MA in Mental Health Counseling; MA in Special Education; and MS in Marriage and Family Therapy. The Max and Celia Parnes Family Psychological and Psychoeducational Services Clinic is the training center of the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology and offers low-cost, state-of-the-art mental health services for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families in the Bronx and the Greater New York City area, especially those who cannot otherwise afford or access these services within the community.Ferkauf encourages applications from women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), protected persons and others committed to a diverse community that expands our teaching and research mission.Founded in 1886, Yeshiva University (YU) has a strong tradition of combining Jewish scholarship with academic excellence and achievement in the liberal arts, sciences, medicine, law, business, social work, Jewish studies, education, psychology, and more. We are a leading global educational institution that employs 2,000 people across our various campus locations -- Wilf Campus, Beren Campus, Brookdale Center, Resnick Campus in the Bronx, the Gruss Institute in Jerusalem, the Boys High School in Manhattan and the Girls High School in Queens. From the distinguished faculty who teach here, to the dedicated staff, we work to fulfill our mission through all that we teach, by all that we do and for all those we serve. We seek to attract and retain engaged and committed individuals who contribute to an exciting working environment, where there is a sense of community and belonging, balanced with a significant cross section of people from diverse backgrounds working and studying together.The University offers an excellent compensation package, and a broad range of employee benefit plans, including immediate participation in the University's retirement plan. Equal Employment Opportunity: Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
Advertised: Oct 21, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
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