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Clinical Assistant Professor in Couple and Family Therapy

University of Georgia

Athens (GA)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 100,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player in higher education is seeking a Clinical Assistant Professor in Couple and Family Therapy. This non-tenure track position emphasizes teaching, clinical supervision, and community engagement, with responsibilities including teaching courses and mentoring students. The role requires a doctorate in a related field and a current license as a marriage and family therapist. Join a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in education and research, and make a significant impact on the next generation of practitioners in this rewarding position.

Qualifications

  • Earned doctorate in HDFS or related field required.
  • Currently licensed as marriage and family therapist (LMFT).

Responsibilities

  • Teach seven undergraduate and/or graduate courses each academic year.
  • Supervise majors and support their professional development.

Skills

Couple and Family Therapy
Teaching Experience
Clinical Supervision
Community Engagement
Research Skills

Education

Doctorate in Human Development and Family Science
Master's in Couple/Marriage and Family Therapy

Job description

Clinical Assistant Professor in Couple and Family Therapy

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Applications

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Full consideration will be given to applications received by March 21, 2025. The application packet must include:

  1. a cover letter of interest that addresses (a) background in couple and family therapy; (b) relevant experience with community-based practitioners; and (c) includes a teaching and clinical supervision experience and philosophy at the undergraduate and graduate levels;
  2. a current curriculum vitae;
  3. up to three preprints/reprints of representative publications;
  4. a list of at least three academic references that includes at least one reference from a community-based employer or supervisor.

References will be contacted after the initial round of interviews for candidates invited to the second round. Confidential requests for information may be directed to: Dr. Jennifer Gonyea, jlgonyea@uga.edu, HDFS Clinical Assistant Professor Position Search Chair, Department of Human Development and Family Science, University of Georgia, 305 Sanford Drive, Athens, GA 30602.

Posting Details

Posting Number: F2309P
Working Title: Clinical Assistant Professor in Couple and Family Therapy
Department: FACS-Human Devel & Family Sci

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.

Position Details

Classification Title: Clinical Assistant Professor
FLSA: Faculty
Rank: Clinical Assistant Professor
Contract Type: Academic (9 mo.)
Tenure Status: Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Requirements

Earned doctorate degree in HDFS or closely related field, earned master’s or doctorate in couple/marriage and family therapy.

Position Summary

The University of Georgia College of Family and Consumer Sciences is seeking applications for a Clinical Assistant Professor non-tenure track, academic year position with a 90% teaching, 5% research, and 5% service appointment to begin August 1, 2025.

Responsibilities

Teach seven undergraduate and/or graduate courses each academic year (combination of didactic and applied experience supervision), supervising majors, supporting their professional development in community-based placements; liaise with community-based placements to support/develop practicum sites. This person will participate in department, college, and university governance, as well as in the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) and other relevant professional organizations.

Additional Requirements

Currently licensed as marriage and family therapist (LMFT), and obtained or on the path to obtaining AAMFT-approved supervisor status.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Have attained AAMFT-approved supervisor designation.
  • At least 2 years of clinical experience as a relational/systemic scholar.
  • Be working in the field for more than 1 year post-PhD.
  • Have at least 2 years postgraduate experience teaching in person and/or online at the university level and mentoring graduate students.
Application Documents

Required Documents:

  • Resume/CV
  • Cover Letter
  • Sample Publications
  • List of References with Contact Information

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