Earned Ph.D. in School Psychology or closely related field, such as Child Clinical Psychology.

Evidence of successful teaching and ability to effectively mentor and supervise graduate level students in research and clinical responsibilities.

Preference will be given to candidates who are certified school psychologists and licensed psychologists or license-eligible in Kentucky.

The Department of Educational, School, and Counseling Psychology in the College of Education at the University of Kentucky invites applications for an Open Rank (Assistant, Associate, Professor) Regular Title Series Position, tenure-eligible, in School Psychology to begin August 15, 2023. Please visit our program’s website at: http://education.uky.edu/EDP/content/school-psych-overview for information about the School Psychology Program. You are eligible for a generous benefits package as a University of Kentucky faculty member with diverse rewards, focusing on your total well-being. Additional information and updates to benefits can be found at: https://www.uky.edu/hr/benefits

RESPONSIBILITIES: Teach graduate courses such as social-emotional assessment, cognitive assessment, systems-level services, and/or school consultation; provide clinical supervision and practicum training to graduate students. Mentor Educational Specialist and doctoral students, supervise dissertations, and provide professional service. Maintain an active research program with potential for and evidence of seeking extramural funding.

Application review begins March 5, 2023. Applications should include:
• A letter of application describing their appropriateness for the position including their research, teaching, mentoring, and potential social justice advocacy experience (upload under Cover Letter);
• Candidate statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion (upload under Specific Request 1);
• Current curriculum vita (upload under Curriculum Vita);
• Two representative publications (upload under Specific Request 2); and
• The names and contact information for at least three professional references when prompted in the application.

Appointment for this 9-month position is contingent upon funding. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Ideal candidates will provide evidence of excellence in teaching, clinical training, and clinical supervision of doctoral level graduate students and a strong record of research.

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.