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Assistant Professor of Marriage and Family Therapy

Employer
Utah Tech University
Location
Utah, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Sep 6, 2022


Position Announcement

The Psychology Department at Utah Tech University (UT) in St. George, Utah, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position as an Assistant Professor of Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT), with the position beginning Fall Semester 2023. The preferred candidate will possess a terminal degree in MFT and be licensed or license-eligible in the State of Utah. Teaching responsibilities will include both graduate and undergraduate courses, with primary responsibilities within the MFT Master’s program.

The Psychology Department is a robust, growing program that includes its undergraduate program and a graduate program in Marriage and Family Therapy. Utah Tech University is establishing itself as a regional, comprehensive university with an “open, inclusive, comprehensive, polytechnic” mission; the Psychology Department plays an important role in fulfilling the university’s mission with programs focusing on open and inclusive learning environments for all students. More information about the department and its associated programs and faculty can be found online at https://psychology.utahtech.edu/ , with information about the Marriage and Family Therapy program found online at https://psychology.utahtech.edu/mft/ .

Responsibilities

This full-time, tenure-track position involves teaching responsibilities related to the faculty member’s expertise in both the undergraduate and graduate programs, along with service and scholarship commensurate with the expectations of the faculty member at Utah Tech university. The specific expectations for the successful candidate will be to:
  • Teach 24 credit hours of courses per academic year, consisting of courses within the undergraduate psychology program and graduate MFT program. Course assignments will be made by the Department Chair in consultation with the MFT Program Director, to address departmental needs and the expertise of faculty. Course assignments will include:
  • Participate in teaching and learning seminars and activities designed to promote and develop instructional knowledge and skills.
  • Attend department, division, and college faculty meetings, and work with other faculty and staff in improving the overall education experience of psychology majors and MFT graduate students.
  • Create programming and scholarship that facilitates growth towards Utah Tech becoming a COAMFTE accredited program.
  • Supervise student internship experiences (for both graduate and undergraduate students), helping students integrate evidence-based academic concepts with practical internship experience.
  • Participate in service activities, including on department, college, or university committees, including work towards COAMFTE accreditation for the MFT program at Utah Tech.
  • Maintain a scholarly agenda that is appropriate to a teaching university like Utah Tech.
Qualifications
  • Doctoral degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from an accredited college or university required. ABD may be considered if degree is awarded prior to July 2023.
  • Licensed or able to get licensure in the state of Utah as an MFT.
  • Is or can become an AAMFT-approved supervisor prior to hire date.
  • Evidence of potential for successful teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
  • An eagerness to engage with colleagues, staff, administrators, and community organizations to develop ways to improve the educational experience for our students.
Supplemental Information

POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Full-time (9-month) tenure-track faculty position. Faculty service begins August 2023, with pay and benefits starting July 1, 2023. Annual salary of $57,000 - $60,000 depending on qualifications & experience, with additional compensation available for optional summer/overload teaching. Excellent benefits package included that begins on start date; includes medical, dental, vision, employee assistance and wellness programs, life, disability, retirement, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents. See https://humanresources.utahtech.edu/employee-benefits/ under 'Benefits Summary' for more details.

ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Application review begins October 10, 2022 ; position open until filled. Candidates must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three professional references (including email addresses), transcripts, and a Student Success Statement (1-2 pages about their teaching or other experience, successes, and challenges in working with a diverse student population). Please upload all the requested documents when you submit your application. Employment is contingent upon successful completion and certification of required degrees and upon successfully passing a background check. If, because of a disability, you need special services or facilities to apply for this opening, please call the Human Resources Office (435) 652-7520.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: Utah Tech University is an open, inclusive, comprehensive, polytechnic institution, committed to exceptional student learning and success that has adopted an instructional approach of 'active learning. active life' and a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered. Established in 1911 as a community college and in 2013 as a state university, our university is located in picturesque southwestern Utah, approximately 120 miles north of Las Vegas. The area is renowned for its red rocks, desert climate, over 300 days of sunshine annually, and featuring easy access to world-class outdoor recreational opportunities. Click here to learn more about the University .

Utah Tech University is a fast-growing Utah public institution of higher education, with more than 12,000 students. We offer over 230 programs, including masters, bachelors, associates, certificates, endorsements, minors, and/or emphases. We seek to recruit and retain diverse and ambitious faculty and staff who bring new ideas, possess values and career aspirations aligned with the mission and vision, and are inspired to build a premier open, inclusive, comprehensive, polytechnic university. Utah Tech University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer; the President and employees of the University are fully committed to Affirmative Action and within its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment. Utah Tech does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or the University’s non-discrimination policies:
For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://titleix.utahtech.edu/ or contact:
  • U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, ocr@ed.gov , 800-421-3481.
  • U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, ocr.denver@ed.gov , 303-844-5695.
The University provides key institutional information regarding Academics, Campus Safety, Student Services, Employment Laws, and other requirement items per the Higher Education Act and other consumer information requirements to perspective students, students, UT employees and prospective employees online at https://utahtech.edu/right-to-know/ .

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification.

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