ASSISTANT PROFESSOR. The Department of Psychology at the University of Georgia (www.uga.edu/psychology/) invites applications for a tenure- track Assistant Professor position in Clinical Psychology for Fall, 2014. We seek applicants whose research addresses any aspect of the development, implementation, and/or dissemination of psychological interventions for adult populations, including couples and families. We define psychological interventions broadly to include programs aimed at treating or preventing mental and/or physical health disorders. The successful candidate will have a strong record of research with the potential for external funding and will be prepared to contribute to the instructional mission of the department at both graduate and undergraduate levels. A Ph.D. in clinical psychology and Georgia license-eligibility are also required.
The Clinical Psychology Program is part of a large and diverse Department of Psychology that encourages collaboration across research labs. Established relationships with the Owens Institute for Behavioral Research, the Biomedical and Health Sciences Institute, the Bio-imaging Research Center, and the College of Public Health also offer opportunities for research collaboration. The Clinical Psychology Program is APA- accredited and a member of the Academy of Psychological Clinical Science. It operates a community clinic for training and research that provides services to diverse individuals of all ages from Athens and surrounding rural areas.
Georgia is well known for its quality of life in regard to both outdoor and urban activities (www.georgia.gov). UGA is a land and sea grant institution located in Athens, 90 miles northeast of Atlanta, the state capital (www.visitathensga.com; www.uga.edu).
The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, its many units, and the University of Georgia are committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and students, and sustaining a work and learning environment that is inclusive. Women, minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The University is an EEO/ADA/AA institution.
Candidates should apply at https://www.franklin.uga.edu/jobs/ and include a curriculum vitae, statements of research and teaching interests, representative publications, and should have three letters of reference submitted at the same website. Review of applications will begin on October 4, 2013 and continue until the position is filled.
