Psychology Department - The University of Montana

Assistant Professor – Clinical Psychology

The Department of Psychology at The University of Montana-Missoula invites applications for a full time tenure track position at the assistant professor level, in Clinical Psychology, to begin August 2012. We are looking for a clinical psychologist with primary clinical interests in psychological assessment. Candidates who have completed the specialization in clinical neuropsychology are strongly preferred.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. (or ABD) in their area of specialization, evidence of scholarly productivity commensurate with experience, potential to establish and maintain a program of research, and evidence of excellence in teaching. In addition to specific duties listed below, faculty members are expected to mentor and supervise undergraduate and graduate students in their research projects. The specific areas of research specialization for both positions are open but research interests that complement the current specialty areas in the department are desirable. Duties will include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in assessment, psychotherapy interventions, ethics and other clinical courses as well as supervising assessment and ongoing clinical cases in an outpatient setting. Candidates must have graduated from an APA accredited program and must be license eligible in Montana.

The department consists of 23 full-time faculty members, offers the B.A. degree in psychology, specialist level training (M.A./Ed.S.) in school psychology, and the Ph.D. degree in school psychology, clinical psychology (APA accredited), developmental psychology and animal behavior. New faculty members are provided research support including lab space and reasonable teaching responsibilities. Salary is competitive in the region.

The University of Montana-Missoula is the state’s largest university, with a student enrollment of over 14,000. The town boasts small-town charm with big-city sophistication – and amenities. For the outdoor enthusiast, the area offers abundant wilderness and recreational options in all directions. Opportunities for camping, fishing, hiking, biking, bird-watching, skiing, hunting, and rafting abound. Among its accolades, the city has been named one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People by America's Promise - The Alliance for Youth. In an article entitled '50 Best Places to Live', Missoula was ranked first for cities with populations under 100,000, fourth place among best adventure towns, and sixth overall in the nation (Men’s Journal, April, 2005).

How to Apply
Candidates are required to apply online at http://umjobs.silkroad.com in order to be fully considered for the position. Review of applications will begin February 17, 2012 and will continue until position is filled.

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Assistant Professor, CLINICAL Psychology