Assistant Professor

University of Colorado Denver – College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Department of Psychology
Assistant Professor

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• Denver Campus - Exemptions are allowed for medical, religious, or personal reasons.

The University of Colorado Denver seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment.  We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

The Department of Psychology has an opening for a full-time tenure-track position at the level of Assistant Professor to begin August 2022. We are seeking an outstanding scholar and teacher with expertise in Multicultural Psychology/Diversity Science. Applicants are expected to have a strong record of research productivity and potential to secure extramural funding and to teach undergraduate and graduate courses and participate in service activities. The successful applicant will join 18 tenure track faculty members and 8 non-tenure track faculty members in the department. In addition to colleagues within the department and the University of Colorado Denver campus, the Anschutz Medical Campus provides rich opportunities for collaboration. We are particularly interested in applicants with expertise to teach Diversity in Clinical Psychology at the graduate level and Psychology of Diversity and Introduction to Psychology as well as other courses in their area of interest at the undergraduate level.

CU Denver:

As Colorado’s public urban research university, the University of Colorado Denver educates a diverse student body through quality academics, ambitious research, creative work, and civic engagement in the city we call home. CU Denver graduates gain the powerful combination of immersive classroom and real-world experience that are in demand today. The city benefits from well-educated, top talent and a new generation of knowledge that fuels the future of Denver and our region. Our student population mirrors the rich diversity of our city. Our campus qualifies for both Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI) status. Our leadership has secured several million dollars in funding for diversity initiatives, and our recently completed strategic plan gives the highest priority to our goal to become the nation’s first and foremost equity serving institution. We are CU in the City.

CU Denver offers more than 100 degree programs, from the bachelor’s to the doctoral level, in the heart of downtown. Here, more than 15,000 students pursue academic programs that range from global energy management to music industry studies to criminal justice. As part of the state’s largest public university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with nearly 2,500 employees and annual economic impact of $800 million.  Read CU Denver Quick Facts here . 

Position Emphasis:

This is a position for a psychologist with scholarly and pedagogical interests in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Specifically, we seek candidates with a demonstrated expertise in teaching, mentoring, and research that addresses the experience of the minoritized. Applicants with one or more of the following focus areas are encouraged to apply (though not limited to): multicultural psychology, social determinants of health, intersectionality, discrimination, implicit bias, health disparities and equity, poverty, intergenerational trauma, racial identity development, structural racism and inter-group processes. We are particularly interested in a program of research that addresses culture, ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, gender diversity, immigration status, socio-economic status, age, geographic location (e.g., urban, rural), and/or (dis)ability. This position is on the downtown Denver campus. It is a 9 month academic appointment with 40% teaching, 40% research, and 20% service expectations.

Salary and Benefits:

The budgeted hiring range for this position has been established at $70,000 - $74,000 with an additional, generous start-up package.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at Employee Services .

University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background checks for all new employees prior to their employment.

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Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits .

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Diversity and Equity:

Diversity and Equity:

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Office of Equity: https://www1.ucdenver.edu/offices/equity

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. CU Denver qualifies for both Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander  Serving Institution (AANAPISI) status. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD in Psychology or closely related field from an accredited institution or an ABD with a set date for when the PhD will be successfully earned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Publications in academic journal
• Presentations at national conferences
• Record of extramural funding
• Experience teaching courses in Diversity at the undergraduate and graduate level

Required Competencies:

• Potential to develop a strong research program
• Commitment to excellence in teaching 

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.