Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Counselling Psychology

University of Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned educational institution in Edmonton seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Counselling Psychology. The successful candidate will focus on psychological assessment, with a preference for experience in clinical supervision and working with equity-denied communities. This position offers a supportive work environment and the chance to engage in clinical work and research, ultimately preparing students for successful careers in psychology.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in the practice and ethics of psychological assessment.
• Strong record of clinical supervision and work with equity-denied communities.
• Ability to practice, teach, and supervise across various graduate programs.

Responsibilities

• Participate in clinical work at the university's psychological clinic.
• Engage in research and professional training for students.
• Support students' supervisory clinical work and assessments.

Skills

Psychological assessment expertise

Clinical supervision

Teaching and supervision at graduate level

Education

Ph.D. in Counselling Psychology or related field

Job description

This position is part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).

The successful candidate will be offered a tenure-track appointment with the rank of Assistant Professor, which is in accordance with the Academic Faculty Agreement, and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Location

This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton.

The Counselling Psychology program at the University of Alberta involves participating in a very dynamic and active psychological clinic. Our clinic serves the greater Edmonton and surrounding communities, and helps expose students to supervised clinical work, assessment, research, and training.

Greater Edmonton, Amiskwacîwâskahikan, in the language of the Plains Cree, is situated on Treaty Six Territory. We recognize and respect the history, languages, and cultures of the First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our institution. With over one million residents in the city and surrounding communities, the location offers a unique quality of life, a beautiful, park-like setting on a spectacular river valley, an international airport, the lowest provincial tax regime in the country, and is located in Canada's most optimistic and economically vibrant province. Edmonton boasts 78 arts and cultural organizations including the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra, Edmonton Opera, Citadel Theatre and more than 30 arts and cultural festivals taking place each year.

Working for the Faculty of Education

The CP doctoral program has been accredited by the Canadian Psychological Association since 2000. The mission of the program is to provide students with theoretical foundations, research, and professional training from a scientist-practitioner model in preparation for a career involving research and/or professional psychological practice with adults and families in a variety of settings. Students in the program study full-time and many go on to receive Tri-Council funding and other prestigious awards. Importantly, 100% of graduates become employed in their disciplines after graduation, working in hospitals, universities, schools, and private practice all over Canada.

The Faculty of Education offers a highly collegial and supportive work climate for new and established academics, with outstanding support for research and teaching: https://www.ualberta.ca/en/education/programs/graduate-programs/counselling-psychology.html.

Position Description

The Faculty of Education, Counselling Psychology area at the University of Alberta, invites applications for one tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the area of Counselling Psychology (CP), with demonstrated expertise in the practice and ethics of psychological assessment. Preference will be given to applicants with a strong record of clinical supervision and work with equity-denied communities.

Successful candidates must demonstrate research and/or practical expertise in psychological assessment across the lifespan. Applicants must be able to practice, teach, and supervise psychological assessment to every level of graduate student trainee (masters and doctoral).