Assistant Professor Position, Dept. of Psychology at Memorial University of Newfoundland
18 Oct 2023
Tenure Track Position in Child Clinical Psychology
Please quote the position number F01310-2022-60 on all correspondence related to this search.
The Department of Psychology at Memorial University in Newfoundland and Labrador invites applications for a tenure track position in Child Clinical Psychology at the rank of Assistant Professor, although a higher rank may be negotiated depending on experience.
This is an exciting time of growth for the Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) Program at Memorial University. The successful candidate will join an existing faculty of enthusiastic, collaborative, and well-supported clinicians, researchers, and scholars. Our wider department reflects a collegial and welcoming academic community that aims to support a diverse range of people and perspectives in an inclusive work environment.
Qualified applicants must have completed a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and a predoctoral internship from a CPA- or APA-accredited program. The successful candidate will eligible to be registered for practice as a Registered Psychologist (R.Psych.) with the Newfoundland and Labrador Psychology Board. The successful candidate must have a record of excellence in research and teaching, a commitment to mentoring diverse undergraduate and graduate students, and demonstrated passion and facility for clinical supervision. Candidates’ clinical experience conducting and supervising integrated psychological assessments and/or providing intervention with children and adolescents across a broad range of presenting concerns and using a variety of evidence-based modalities will be considered.
Memorial University is the largest university in Atlantic Canada. As the province's only university, Memorial plays an integral role in the education and cultural life of Newfoundland and Labrador. Offering diverse undergraduate and graduate programmes to almost 20,000 students, Memorial provides a distinctive and stimulating environment for learning in St. John's, a very safe, friendly city with great historic charm, a vibrant cultural life, and easy access to a wide range of outdoor activities. The lands on which Memorial University’s campuses are situated in the traditional territories of diverse Indigenous groups, and we acknowledge with respect the diverse histories and cultures of the Beothuk, Mi’kmaq, Innu, and Inuit of this province.
Applicants should submit: (1) a cover letter summarizing their interest in the position; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a statement of their approach to clinical training and clinical practice; (4) a statement of research interests; (5) a statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of effective teaching where available; (6) a brief (1-2 page) statement indicating commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion; and (7) the names, mailing addresses and email addresses of three referees to: Dr. Christina Thorpe, Head, Department of Psychology Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. John's, NL, A1B 3X9. Electronic submissions are strongly encouraged and should be sent via e-mail to: psychhead@mun.ca with psychsecretary@mun.ca in cc.
The deadline for receipt of all materials is December 15, 2023
The preferred appointment start date is July 1, 2024.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, but preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. Memorial University is committed to employment equity, diversity, inclusion and anti-racism, and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including: women; people of any sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression; Indigenous Peoples; visible minorities, and racialized people; and people with disabilities. All applicants are invited to identify themselves as a member of an equity-deserving group(s) as appropriate. Applicants cannot be considered as a member of an equity-deserving group(s) unless they complete an employment equity survey. Memorial is committed to providing an inclusive learning and work environment. If there is anything we can do to ensure your full participation during the application process please contact equity@mun.ca directly and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements.
Department of Psychology
St. John’s, NL Canada A1B 3X9
Tel: 709 864 8495
Fax: 709 864 2430
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