Assistant Professor

Thank you for your interest in employment with Louisiana Tech University. ASSISTANT/ ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR POSITION IN COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGY (TENURE-TRACK), DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES The Counseling Psychology Doctoral Program at Louisiana Tech University is seeking applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor position to begin Fall 2023. The research area is open, with a preference for scholars whose research complements that of existing faculty and connects with research in other areas in the Department of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences. As a core faculty member in the counseling psychology doctoral program, the selected individual will teach graduate and undergraduate courses. The appointment will be 100% time over the nine-month academic year (September to late May). Salary and start-up packages are competitive. Qualifications Requirements of the position include: A terminal degree in Psychology from an APA-accredited Counseling Psychology Ph.D. program; License or license eligibility in Louisiana; Completion of an internship in (APA-accredited Counseling Psychology internship preferred); Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the candidate’s areas of research and expertise, as well as general professional courses in the counseling psychology doctoral curriculum; Aptitude for advising and mentoring doctoral students in Counseling Psychology and undergraduate psychology majors; Ability to supervise doctoral students conducting therapy and psychological assessments at the department run Psychological Services Clinic. Research area is open. We encourage applications from individuals whose teaching and scholarship advance an understanding of cultural and individual diversity in society (e.g., diversity related to age, disability, ethnicity, gender, race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status). Candidates will be evaluated according to the overall quality of their academic preparation and scholarly work, evidence of research ability, ability to make an interdisciplinary contribution to the University’s research mission, commitment to high-quality classroom instruction and student mentoring, and the strength of recommendations. Applicants are asked to submit the following materials: Current curriculum vitae Cover letter Statements describing their line of research as well as their philosophy on teaching Names and contact information for three references. About the Department of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences The Department is dynamic, future-oriented, and congenial. We have 14 full-time faculty, which allows us to easily collaborate across specialties. We currently offer a BA in Psychology, MA degrees in Counseling and Industrial-Organizational Psychology, and PhD degrees in Counseling Psychology (APA-accredited) and Industrial-Organizational Psychology. The Psychology undergraduate program is one of the most popular majors on campus, while our doctoral degrees represent a significant proportion of all doctoral-level graduate students in the University. The department provides experiential training for doctoral students through the Psychological Services Clinic and AROS, an I-O Psychology consulting group. About Louisiana Tech University Louisiana Tech is a nationally-recognized, selective-admissions research university of approximately 11,000 students. The university confers associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees as well as a joint MD-PhD in conjunction with the LSU Medical Center. As a mid-size university, there are opportunities for collaboration and to engage in transdisciplinary initiatives throughout the campus. Louisiana Tech promotes an inclusive environment and is one of only 54 institutions named to the Aspire Institutional Change (iChange) network. The university is large enough to provide a stimulating environment and small enough that one person can make a big difference. Louisiana Tech offers excellent benefits for faculty, including a fixed-benefit retirement plan and alternative retirement investment programs. Faculty members and their families receive a tuition discount at Louisiana Tech and other universities in our system, and they are also eligible to apply for reciprocal scholarships through the Tuition Exchange program. About Ruston Louisiana Tech is located in Ruston and benefits from a mutually supportive town-and-gown relationship with the community. Located in North Louisiana, Ruston has a population of 21,859 and is the seat of Lincoln Parish. Ruston is on Interstate 20 about an hour east of Shreveport. It enjoys a lively college-town atmosphere, flourishing arts community, and an attractive historic district offering restaurants and shopping. Ruston offers a family-friendly, welcoming community. Lincoln Parish is home to a top-rated school district in the state and several private schools, as well as a 5-star elementary lab school and university preschool. The lakes, state parks, and sports complexes around Ruston offer numerous opportunities for outdoor recreation, from award-winning bike trails to outstanding golf, fishing, hiking, softball, and local festivals. Ruston enjoys an affordable housing market, with reasonable rents and median home prices around $270,000. Louisiana Tech and Ruston are great places to work and live. Louisiana Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Employer and places a high priority on the creation of an environment supportive of ethnic minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities. Posting Close Date: This position will remain open until filled. Please Note: Applications must be completed by 11:59 p.m. on the Job Closing Date to ensure consideration. Note to Applicant: Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process. This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions at the Louisiana Tech University may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. Louisiana Tech offers students an unparalleled educational experience in its 79 undergraduate majors, 32 master’s degree programs, and nine doctoral programs. Founded in 1894, the University has been recognized as one of America’s Top Colleges in Forbes and as the No. 1 college in the state of Louisiana for value in Kiplinger’s. The University has been ranked as a Top Tier research university in US News and World Report for 10 years, and is the only university in the state of Louisiana to be recognized in the Times Higher Education (THE) 2020 University Impact Rankings for its commitment to sustainable development. The University has a history of and commitment to creating programs that are the first in their fields, like biomedical and cyber engineering. Louisiana Tech’s partnerships with business, government and the military help create both academic programs and job development in the I-20 Cyber Corridor. Louisiana Tech is an economic driver for our region and state, and our campus is a home for new and growing enterprises. This connection to innovation impacts our academic programs and provides job opportunities for our students in fields like cybersecurity and engineering. The traditional core campus of approximately 280 acres connects with the Enterprise Campus, a home for new and growing enterprises and to the heart of Ruston. Louisiana Tech and the City of Ruston continue to work hand in hand to create a healthier and more environmentally responsible community by developing safe pedestrian paths, lighting, sustainable landscaping, bicycle paths and more. Louisiana Tech University adheres to the equal opportunity provisions of federal and civil rights laws, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status or disability. Mortissa Harvey – Title IX Coordinator Office Location: Wyly Tower 1536 Phone: 318.257.5911 Email: mharvey@latech.edu

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