Overview
The PsyD Program in Clinical Psychology Health Emphasis within the School of Health Sciences of Touro University invites applications for a full-time position to join a growing and energetic program. This position involves an appointment in the PsyD Program in the Touro University School of Health Sciences at the rank of Assistant Professor. The position start date will be prior to the Fall Semester of 2024. The successful candidate will have both clinical and research experience appropriate for teaching and scholarship in a doctoral program. Specialty area is open although candidates with training and experience in neuropsychological assessment and/or clinical gero-psychology are preferred. The University places a high priority on teaching excellence and research success with an expectation that the candidate will also be active in their professional field.
Responsibilities
The Touro University PsyD Program in Clinical Psychology has a health emphasis and combines a strong focus on (and commitment to) evidence-based clinical practice in both traditional and integrative health care settings. A deep foundation of our program is that cutting-edge research should inform evidence-based practice, and such practice should inform future research. Thus, training in research is emphasized. The successful candidate will be expected to support our PsyD program through:
- Teaching two doctoral courses per semester in both Fall and Spring semesters
- Engaging in doctoral student advising and mentoring
- Leading a research lab that allows for developing an independent and ongoing line of research (evidence of potential to secure extramural funding is strongly preferred) and supervising and mentoring doctoral dissertations
- Collaborating with other programs in the School of Health Sciences and other schools within Touro University including Touro University’s New York Medical College
- University service
This search will begin immediately and will be completed when a suitable candidate is identified. The Touro PsyD program is in the process of applying for APA accreditation.
Qualifications
Education/ Experience
- Candidates must have a PhD or PsyD degree in Clinical Psychology from an-APA accredited program and have completed an APA-accredited internship.
- Preference will be given to candidates who broaden the background experience and skill set of our faculty.
Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities
- Strong interpersonal skills excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to think critically and solve problems independently
- Ability to be organized and work on multiple tasks simultaneouslY
- Entrepreneurial mindset
- Team player able to work collaboratively
- Competence and/or experience in technology as an educational tool (e.g. CANVAS, Blackboard, WebCT, & D2L)
- A commitment to work in multicultural and urban education settings
Travel
- Travel between meetings at multiple locations
Maximum Salary
USD $105,000.00/Yr.
Minimum Salary
USD $84,000.00/Yr.
Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:
- Full range of Health Plans
- Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan
- Dependent Care and Transit Programs
- Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term disability programs
- Retirement Plan (403b) – matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment)
- Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children
- Employee Assistance Program
- Early-Release Fridays (upon approval)
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday
- Annual Holiday Schedule
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