Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Psychology (School Psychology)
Sam Houston State University

Job Info

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Position Title:

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Psychology (School Psychology)

Requisition:

202400123F

Rank:

Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor

FLSA status:

Exempt

Hiring Salary:

Commensurate with education and experience.

Position Type:

Full-Time Tenure Track

College:

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Department:

Dept of Psychology and Philosophy

Open Date:

08/28/2024

Quicklink:

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/40616

Contact Name:

James W. Crosby

Title:

Search Committee Chair
Department of Psychology & Philosophy
SHSU Box 2447
Huntsville, TX 77341

Contact Phone:

936-294-2202

Contact Email:

crosby@shsu.edu

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job:

Duties will include teaching various graduate courses associated with the Specialist in School Psychology Program as well as the opportunity to assume other psychology-related instructional areas as needed. Duties will also include teaching undergraduate courses in areas of expertise, supervising field-based practical experiences, conducting psychological research and other scholarly activities, and advising and mentoring students. Research and applied interests are open.

As a core value at SHSU, we are committed to being an institution that is welcoming, compassionate, and supportive, a place that provides all students, faculty, and staff the opportunity to engage, learn, and work in an environment of mutual respect and understanding. We strive to foster a campus culture of belonging where everyone is valued and has a positive, meaningful experience.

Educational Requirements for the Position:

Successful candidates are required to hold a Doctoral degree in School Psychology from an APA-accredited and/or NASP-approved program by the time of appointment, be eligible for licensure as both a Psychologist and Licensed Specialist in School Psychology. Applications from individuals who are ABD will be considered, but the Doctoral degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.

Experience Required for the Position:

The preferred candidate will have a minimum of two years of experience as a school psychologist practitioner and the potential for acquiring extramural funding. Candidates must be committed to and passionate about a student-centered approach.

Other Requirements for the Position:

Be eligible for licensure as both a Psychologist and Licensed Specialist in School Psychology, and demonstrate evidence of or strong potential for, scholarship in areas relevant to school psychology.

Special Instructions Summary:

The application will require the following materials:Letter of interestStatement of research interestsStatement of teaching interests and philosophyFull curriculum vitaOne to two representative publicationsThree letters of recommendation. For ABD applicants, one letter must be from the dissertation director confirming that the Ph.D. requirements will be met by August 25, 2025.Transcripts for all graduate education (applicants may submit unofficial transcripts for initial screening; however, official undergraduate and graduate transcripts are required for credential review prior to hiring)Additional materials may be requested throughout the consideration process.
Review of applications will begin on October 14, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.Direct inquiries to:James W. Crosby, Ph.D., NCSP, LSSPSearch Committee Chaircrosby@shsu.edu936-294-2202

Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.

Open Until Filled:

Yes

EEO Statement:

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.

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