Department/Organization
204711 - Psychology

Rank
Associate/Full Professor

Position Summary
The College of Arts and Sciences at The University of Alabama (UA) announces an opening for a Director of the Psychology Clinic, administered by the Department of Psychology. We seek a licensed clinical psychologist for this position. The position is classified as a 12-month Non-tenure Track Renewable Contract faculty within the Department of Psychology at the rank of Associate or Full Professor.

Detailed Position Information
The College of Arts and Sciences at The University of Alabama (UA) announces an opening for a Director of the Psychology Clinic, administered by the Department of Psychology. We seek a licensed clinical psychologist for this position. The position is classified as a 12-month Non-tenure Track Renewable Contract faculty within the Department of Psychology at the rank of Associate or Full Professor.

The Psychology Clinic provides psychological assessments and interventions conducted by clinical psychology doctoral students and faculty and provides consultation services to individuals and families. The Psychology Clinic serves a diverse client base, ranging in age from very young children to older adults. Clients consist of a mix of university students and staff, and members of the broader community. The Psychology Clinic Director will supervise clinic teaching assistants who conduct diagnostic evaluations, maintain a caseload of therapy clients, and provide consultation (e.g., individuals, families, schools). The Psychology Clinic Director will also provide supervision to clinical psychology practicum students working within the Clinic, in addition to those who might be performing evaluations at external sites through contracts with local agencies. There are opportunities for the Clinic Director to develop specialized training opportunities in their area of expertise. The Clinic Director will be responsible for the efficient operation of the clinic, including supervising staff, managing the budget, and overseeing the overall operation of the clinic. The Psychology Clinic offers clinical services Monday through Thursday (closed on Fridays for clients) and advanced clinic teaching assistants assist with on-site evening coverage.

The start date is flexible and does not need to adhere to the academic calendar. Applicants must have a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology and must be licensed or license-eligible as a psychologist in the state of Alabama. Expertise in psychological therapy (with an emphasis on cognitive behavioral interventions) is expected. Experience in administration of common psychological tests (e.g., MMPI, PAI, BASC) is also required. Funds are available for continued professional development. The Clinic Director will also teach one class per semester including the summer semester (i.e., 1-1-1) with practicum supervision counting towards this teaching load.

The UA Psychology Clinic is situated on a large university campus. It collaborates with the University Medical Center, which provides opportunities for students to work in medical settings. The clinic benefits from renowned researchers in several disciplines across campus. This includes researchers in the areas of health, law psychology, child, and gerontology within the broader clinical psychology doctoral training program.

The University of Alabama is located in Tuscaloosa, AL, home of the championship Crimson Tide football team as well as the historic Bama Theatre, the Paul R. Jones Museum, the Tuscaloosa Amphitheater, the Tuscaloosa Farmer’s Market, and nearby Kentuck Festival of the Arts and Moundville Archeological Park.

Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must have a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology and must be licensed or license-eligible as a psychologist in the state of Alabama. Expertise in psychological therapy (with an emphasis on cognitive behavioral interventions) is expected. Experience in administration of common psychological tests (e.g., MMPI, PAI, BASC) is also required.

Instructions and Required Materials for Application
As part of their application, candidates should submit a letter outlining their clinical and administrative experience working in clinical settings. Applications should also include a current resume and contact information for three references. Letters of recommendation will be requested from applicants who reach advanced stages of the review process. Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. With the exception of letters of recommendation, all materials should be submitted online at https://careers.ua.edu/jobs/search. Letters of recommendation should be e-mailed directly to Dr. Matthew Jarrett at majarrett@ua.edu. For more information about Psychology Clinic at UA, please visit us on the web at https://psychologyclinic.ua.edu/. For more information about the Department of Psychology, please visit https://psychology.ua.edu/. For questions regarding the application process or to learn more about the position, you may contact Dr. Jarrett at majarrett@ua.edu.

About the Division/College/School
The College of Arts and Sciences at The University of Alabama offers an exciting and dynamic environment for faculty seeking to make an impact in their field and in the lives of the innovators and changemakers of tomorrow.

As the largest college at The University, we house over 8000 students and 1000 faculty and staff across our 25 departments.

With nationally recognized programs and award-winning faculty, our College has positioned itself as a leader in higher education. Our facilities and resources include state-of-the-art laboratories, research centers, and performance venues, providing students with hands-on learning experiences and opportunities for research and creative expression.

The College is committed to the liberal arts philosophy that fosters creative and critical thinking and a lifetime of learning.

About the University
The University of Alabama is located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, named one of Travel + Leisure’s 25 Best College Towns and Cities in the U.S. As one of the nation’s premier universities, UA offers bachelor’s, master's and doctoral degrees in nearly 200 fields of study. With more than 1,400 acres of tree-lined academic core campus and over 300 state-of-the art facilities, UA has been ranked among the most beautiful and most impressive college campuses in the South, in the state of Alabama and in the nation.

In Fall 2023, the Capstone set a new enrollment record with more than 39,000 students, including more than 8,200 in the freshman class. The current enrollment includes students from every county in Alabama, every state in the nation and 92 countries around the world. More than 1,100 National Merit Scholars are currently enrolled, making UA one of the largest enrolling institutions of the scholars in the country.

UA was recently recognized as a Top Producing Institution of Fulbright U.S. students for the seventh time in nine years, as well as a Top Producing Institution of Fulbright U.S. Scholars for the first time. UA is one of only 12 universities in the nation to receive both honors.

For reasons like this, the University made Forbes list of America’s Top Colleges for 2023 and Time magazine’s list of Top 50 Best Colleges for Future Leaders. It also made Princeton Review’s list of Top Value Colleges.

UA is also designated among the top doctoral research universities in the United States in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. One of the fastest growing major research institutions in the nation, UA saw a 21% increase in sponsored awards in the 2023 fiscal year.

Since 2015, UA has invested over $1.1 billion in the physical campus, adding more than 2.55 million gross square feet of space, over 150 new research-intensive faculty, signature research areas (e.g., “The Alabama Research Institutes”), and a growing number of partnerships with industry and with state and federal agencies.

The University employs nearly 2,100 faculty and over 4,500 staff, with 52 UA researchers included in the National Academy of Inventors. An additional 40 current faculty have received the NSF CAREER Award, the nation’s most prestigious recognition of top performing young scientists in disciplines ranging from nanoscience and engineering to biological sciences.

Background Investigation and EEO Statement
Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants to and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf