The Department of Educational Psychology in the Faculty of Education at the University of Alberta, invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in School and Clinical Child Psychology (SCCP).
We seek to recruit a scholar from historically under-represented groups at the University—including women, Indigenous persons, Black scholars, and scholars of colour, persons with disabilities and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.
Key Responsibilities and Qualifications
The Department and Faculty offer a highly collegial and supportive work climate for new and established academics, with outstanding support for research and teaching: http://www.edpsychology.ualberta.ca/en.aspx
Applicants must have:
- Earned a doctorate in School, Clinical or Counselling Psychology (or some combination thereof) by July 1, 2022, or shortly thereafter.
- Applicants must also be eligible for licensure with the College of Alberta Psychologists.
- The successful candidate will demonstrate research and practical expertise in at least one of the following areas, as they apply to professional practice in psychology: (a) the social contexts of health and well-being in marginalized communities; (b) equity, diversity, and inclusion in professional psychological practice; and (c) advancing racial-justice in school, clinical or counselling psychology.
- They will be expected to supervise graduate students and involve them in their program of research.
- The candidate will make outstanding contributions to the diversification of their scholarly fields and /or institutions of higher education.
Full consideration will be given to all applicants who meet the criteria listed above. Applicants who are graduates of a(n) CPA or APA accredited program or who have strong foundational knowledge in child/adolescent intervention/therapy are especially encouraged to apply.
The SCCP doctoral program has been accredited by the Canadian Psychological Association since 2015. The program is one of only two dual-accredited school and clinical psychology programs in Canada. The mission of the program is to provide students with theoretical foundations, research, and professional training from a scientist-practitioner model in preparation for a career involving research and/or professional psychological practice with children, adolescents, and families in a variety of settings. Every year the program receives over 100 student applications from across the country. Students in the program study full-time and many go on to receive tri-council funding and other prestigious awards. Importantly, 100% of graduates become employed in their disciplines after graduation, working in hospitals, universities, schools, and private practice all over Canada.
The University of Alberta (www.ualberta.ca) is one of the largest and most research productive universities in Canada. With more than 39,000 students from 146 countries, the U of A regularly ranks in the top 4 universities in the country and in the top 100 universities in the world according to QS Worldwide university rankings. The university offers highly competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package.
Greater Edmonton, Amiskwacîwâskahikan, is situated on Treaty Six Territory. We recognize and respect the history, languages, and cultures of the First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our institution. With over one million residents in the city and surrounding communities, the location offers a unique quality of life, a beautiful, park-like setting on a spectacular river valley, an international airport, the lowest provincial tax regime in the country, and is located in Canada’s most optimistic and economically vibrant province. Edmonton boasts 78 arts and cultural organizations including the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra, Edmonton Opera, Citadel Theatre and more than 30 arts and cultural festivals taking place each year.
Review of applications will begin March 1, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled, with a targeted start date of July 1, 2022 (or shortly thereafter). Only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
Find more information—and application instructions—here.
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