Assistant Professor, School Psychology, School of Human Services

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to nearly 48,000 students, about 11,000 faculty and staff and 332,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, eight straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 athletic conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion.

Based on the Carnegie Foundation Classification System, The University of Cincinnati (www.uc.edu) is a Doctoral Granting Research University with very high research activity (RU/VH). Located in Cincinnati, Ohio, it is part of Ohio’s higher education system with approximately 48,000 students in attendance. The School Psychology Program is located within the School of Human Services in the College of Education, Criminal Justice and Human Services. The School also includes undergraduate and graduate programs in Behavior Analysis, Counseling, Exercise Science, Health Promotion and Education, Substance Abuse Counseling, and Sport Administration. The School is a leader in online course and program development, and there are many active collaborative activities across programs and with community partners. The School Psychology Program offers both Ed.S. and Ph.D. degrees. The Programs are NASP-approved and the doctoral program is APA-accredited. Both programs include a course sequence verified by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. 

The School Psychology Program is committed to increasing the diversity of the University community and the field of school psychology. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths or experiences in this area. The University of Cincinnati strives to provide a supportive environment for its entire faculty. For example, we have an active Black Faculty Association, Latino Faculty Association, and LGBTQ Faculty Association. In addition, the University of Cincinnati has an institutional membership to the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity. 

The University of Cincinnati is currently accepting applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of School Psychology. 

• Conducting scholarly research in school psychology, publishing, and grant writing and/or pursuit of external funding
• Teaching graduate (specialist and doctoral) coursework in school psychology and behavior analysis
• Supervising field experiences aligned with the Program's behavioral, scientist-practitioner, intervention-oriented approach to practice
• Advising graduate students, guiding dissertation research based on a behavior-analytic approach, and serving on doctoral committees
• Collaborating with area schools/agencies. 
• Program development within School Psychology
• Collaborating with other programs as well as serving on Program, School, College and University committees 
• The successful applicant will be expected to further the Program and University's excellence in research (including external funding, publishing, presenting) and teaching.  

Prior to effective date of appointment candidates must have:

• Earned Doctorate in School Psychology from a NASP-approved and APA-accredited program.
• Record of behaviorally-oriented research in school psychology including at least 2 peer-reviewed publications and at least one other work in progress.
• Experience teaching at least one graduate course in school psychology or behavior analysis, including as a teaching assistant.

To apply for the position, please complete the online application and upload:

• Letter of application
• Curriculum vita
• Official transcripts of all college work
• Three letters of recommendation

Review of applications will begin October 15, 2023. The start date for the position is August 15, 2024. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html .

FOR ALL FACULTY HIRES OFFICIAL ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS WILL BE REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF HIRE

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.

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