Clinical Assistant Professor (C/T)

University of Colorado | CU Denver

School of Education & Human Development

Couples and Family Therapy Program

Assistant Professor Clinical Teaching Track

Position Number 789615 /Requisition Posting #23078

* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *

The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date.  Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at:

Denver: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus

Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:

• 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 School of Education & Human Development at the University of Colorado Denver is seeking nominations and applications for an Assistant Professor, Clinical Teaching Track position in the Couple and Family Therapy program, beginning August 15, 2022.

The School of Education & Human Development (SEHD) is a leading school of education, providing national expertise on educational issues and socially-just solutions for urban and diverse communities. The SEHD has taken a leadership role in preparing professionals to work in diverse schools, agencies and related settings. The SEHD emphasizes working with multiple types of collaborative partnerships including PK-12 schools, local communities, businesses, government agencies, private foundations, and other universities and colleges. The SEHD was ranked 85th nationally in 2021-22 by US News and World Report.

The University of Colorado Denver is one of four campuses in the University of Colorado System. As Colorado’s only public urban research university, CU Denver educates a student body with varied backgrounds through quality academics, ambitious research, creative work, and civic engagement in the city we call home. The university is located in downtown Denver, home to a diverse community (32% Latinx, 11% African American), and the university’s 15,000+ students reflect this diversity.  Half of all freshmen are first generation and 42% of the total student body are BIPOC. We offer 100+ degree programs through our eight schools and colleges: College of Architecture and Planning, College of Arts & Media, Business School, School of Education & Human Development, College of Engineering, Design and Computing, Graduate School, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and School of Public Affairs. We attract students who are passionate about careers in teaching and mental health. We match their passion with an education that is rooted in equity and diversity, technology, proven approaches, and real-world practice.

The university recently completed an ambitious Strategic Plan that repositions CU Denver to be a public urban research university that works for all : learners of all kinds and at all stages of life, industries and employers that need talent ready to hit the ground running, and communities requiring new solutions and discoveries. The SEHD at CU Denver attracts students who are passionate about careers in education and mental health, and we match their passion with an education that is rooted in diversity, technology, proven approaches and real-world practice.

About CU Denver

Rank:  Assistant Professor, Clinical Teaching Track
Position availability: August 15, 2022

Major Responsibilities:

Faculty in the clinical teaching track engage in teaching, service and research/scholarship with a negotiable assignment of 80% teaching, 10% to 15% service and 5% to 10% research/scholarship. Primary teaching responsibilities for faculty in the clinical teaching track are focused on collaboratively building and/or maintaining programs within the SEHD that provide quality service regarding local, state, national, and international needs in alignment with the mission and strategic plan of the SEHD. Service responsibilities include service to the program to which they are assigned and to the School with other responsibilities as negotiated, and include participating in faculty meetings and providing committee service in the School of Education and Human Development. Research/scholarship responsibilities offer an opportunity to collaborate on or initiate programmatic inquiry and scholarship in alignment with SEHD mission and vision. The successful candidate for this position will:

• Teach graduate courses in the MA in Couple and Family Therapy program.
• Provide live and virtual clinical supervision in our in-house practicum clinic and internship classes.
• Promote the expansion of the program's inclusion of and connection with members of Denver's diverse communities.

Employment Conditions: 
This is a full-time 9-month academic year, non-tenure-track position. Opportunity for summer teaching is available. Faculty members in the clinical teaching track participate in the faculty governance process as defined by the SEHD and Faculty Senate, receive university faculty benefits except for sabbaticals, and undergo annual merit reviews of their performance. They are not eligible for tenure.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary range for this position has been established at $70,000 to $75,000.

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 .

Total Compensation Calculator: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/total-compensation

Diversity and Equity:

Please contact [email protected] for information on disability accommodations

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. 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: 

• A doctoral degree in Couple/Marriage and Family Therapy or related field
• Demonstrated success or potential success for graduate-level teaching and advising
• Experience and/or willingness to teach in a variety of formats, including face-to-face, hybrid, or online formats

Preferred Qualifications: 

• A doctoral degree from a COAMFTE approved program
• Status as an AAMFT Approved Supervisor
• Hold an active Marriage and Family Therapy license in the state of Colorado or obtain a Colorado MFT license within the first year of employment
• Clear evidence that race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexual orientation, and/or other social justice issues are addressed in syllabi, teaching, and supervision
• Clinical and/or teaching experience in trauma and/or addiction in family systems
• Telehealth and virtual supervision experience
• Familiarity with Titanium

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.