School Psychology - Assistant/Associate Professor

REVISED REVIEW DATE

California State University, Fresno

College of Science and Mathematics

Department of Psychology

https://csm.fresnostate.edu/psych/index.html

School Psychology
Assistant / Associate Professor

Tenure Track Fall 2023

The Department of Psychology seeks an Assistant or an Associate Professor in School Psychology to continue the tradition of excellence in our nationally recognized, NASP-approved, and vibrant Ed.S. program. The successful candidate will teach a diverse population of graduate and undergraduate students, conduct scholarly research, collaborate with local school districts and communities, and engage in service-related activities in school psychology as well as in the candidate’s area of specialization.

The area of specialization is open. Specific teaching assignments depend on departmental needs and the background of the individual.

Our Students: As a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American/Native American/Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), California State University, Fresno has a diverse student population and is committed to inclusion and community involvement. It has been given the Community Engagement Classification by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. Historically, there is a high proportion of school psychology graduate students from culturally diverse and/or minoritized backgrounds.

Qualifications:

Required Education:

An earned doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in School Psychology or a closely related field from an APA accredited program or international equivalent.

• Applicants nearing completion of the doctorate (ABD) will be considered; however, for an appointment, the doctorate must be completed by August 1, 2023.

Required Experience:

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds.

Evidence of successful teaching, or potential for successful teaching, at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Scholarly publications or evidence of successful scholarship that is likely to lead to scholarly publications.

For an appointment to Associate Professor, candidates must demonstrate a strong record of excellence in teaching at the university level and a record of scholarly research and publications commensurate with level of experience. The successful candidate will be expected to take a leadership position in the School Psychology Graduate Program.

Required for appointment to the Rank of Associate:

Experience commensurate with the rank of Associate.

Preferred Experience :

At least two years of field experience as a credentialed school psychologist or credentialed bilingual school psychologist.

Eligibility for certification as a school psychology practitioner in California.

A national credential in the country of the candidate (e.g., Nationally Certified School Psychologist, NCSP, in the U.S.)

Publications in peer-reviewed journals commensurate with level of experience.

Evidence of ability to obtain extramural funding for research.

Application Procedures: To ensure full consideration, applicants should submit all application materials by the review date. The committee may elect to review applications submitted after this date. All positions automatically close on March 31, 2023. Apply online at http://jobs.csufresno.edu

Revised Application Review Date: Monday, November 7, 2022

Attach the following:

1. A cover letter that delineates how you meet the required and/or preferred experiences;
2. Current curriculum vitae;
3. Names and contact information of three professional references;
4. A statement that addresses
5. commitment to and experiences in teaching, research, and service with students from diverse cultural backgrounds;
6. teaching experience, interests, and philosophy that will inspire and engage students;
7. research interests and experience that will serve the needs of our diverse students and the local communities.

Candidates invited for an on-campus visit must submit by mail/e-mail within the designated deadline. The Search Chair will send information and requests for these items:

1. Official Transcripts
2. Three current letters of recommendation

Committee Information:

Search Chair: Dr. Hong Ni
Department of Psychology
College of Science and Mathematics
Email: hongni@csufresno.edu

About Fresno State

California State University, Fresno is an engaged University. We focus on broadening students' intellectual horizons, fostering lifelong learning skills, developing the leaders of tomorrow, promoting community involvement, and instilling an appreciation of world cultures. We nurture cultural competence by celebrating the rich diversity of the campus community and welcoming the participation of all. Members of the University community work effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. For information on the University's commitment and dedication to creating a university known for its integrity, civility, equity, respect, and ethical behavior, visit: http://www.fresnostate.edu/academics/diversity

The campus is ranked 36^th in the nation by Washington Monthly ; ranked 3^rd by U.S. News & World Report in graduation rate performance for public institutions; and, ranked 41^st in the nation in MONEY Magazines 50 Best Public Colleges . The campus is classified as an R2 “Doctoral Universities – High research activities” university per Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education

Tenure-Track Faculty members gain a clear path to tenure through the University's Probationary Plan Process. For additional information, please visit: www.fresnostate.edu/academics/facultyaffairs/procedures/facultyrtp/ . We value our commitment to the success of our faculty by providing services from the Center for Faculty Excellence to Research and Sponsored Programs.

About the Department:

The School Psychology Graduate Program is located in the Department of Psychology. The Department has approximately 1800 undergraduate students, 90 graduate students, and 20 full-time faculty members. In addition to the Ed.S. in School Psychology, the department also offers an M.A. in Applied Behavior Analysis and an M.A. in General Experimental Psychology. The faculty are dedicated teachers and researchers who place great emphasis on working collaboratively with each other and engaging students in both research and community service.

Territorial Acknowledgement:

The Fresno State campus sits in the midst of the San Joaquin Valley, a valley rich in the traditions and representation of Native American peoples and cultures. We are grateful to be in the traditional homelands of the Yokuts and Mono peoples, whose diverse tribal communities share stewardship over this land.

Other Campus Information:

Salary placement commensurate with experience within ranks established by the CSU Salary Schedule .

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A background check (including criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily for this position. Any offer of employment may be withdrawn, or employment may be terminated based upon the results of the background investigation.

The person holding this position is considered a "limited reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment. You can obtain a copy of this Executive order by accessing the following website: http://www.calstate.edu/eo/EO-1083.html.

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California State University, Fresno is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.

Advertised: 27 Sep 2022 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: 31 Mar 2023 Pacific Daylight Time