Graduate Psychology – Tenure Track –
Counseling Psychology

The University of St. Thomas , St. Paul , MN , Graduate School of Professional Psychology (GSPP) is seeking a candidate for a tenure track position in Counseling Psychology, rank open dependent on previous experience, beginning in the fall of 2010. The Graduate School of Professional Psychology offers an M.A. degree in Counseling Psychology, a certificate program in Marriage & Family Therapy, and an APA -accredited Psy.D. in Counseling Psychology. We are seeking individuals able to work with adult learners from a diverse student body and among diverse colleagues.

Though area of specialization is open, applicants specializing in geropsychology, child psychology, adolescent psychology, and/or applied quantitative methods applied to counseling practice are particularly encouraged to apply. The desired individual will also be able to assist in training students in the Inter-Professional Clinic (http://www.stthomas.edu/ipc/) in assessment and therapy while providing consultation to the Director and IPC students as needed.

Teaching responsibilities of this position may include (a) developmental psychology, (b) cognitive affective bases of behavior, (c) applied quantitative methods, (d) biological bases of behavior, (e) psychological assessment, and (f) courses in the candidate's area of expertise.

The successful applicant will be expected to pursue an agenda that exemplifies high regard for teaching and service and pursuit of a research program in her or his area of interest consistent with a practitioner-scholar model of training. He or she will also be available to advise students and to become involved in departmental, university, and community activities.

A doctoral degree in Counseling or Clinical Psychology is required. Applicants must be licensed or license eligible in the State of Minnesota at the time of hire.

Applications will begin to be reviewed December 1, 2009 and the position will remain open until filled.

Interested individuals should submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae electronically at http://jobs.stthomas.edu.

In addition, please submit (1) a statement of teaching philosophy including implications for teaching in a Catholic University, (2) evidence of successful teaching experience, (3) a description of professional practice and scholarly interests, and (4) names of at least three references online or to the GSPP Search Committee, c/o Laurie Dupont, University of St. Thomas, GSPP, TMH 450, 1000 LaSalle Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403.

Established in 1885, the University of St. Thomas is located in the major metropolitan area of

Minneapolis-St. Paul, and is Minnesota 's largest private university. Its 11,000 students pursue degrees in a wide range of liberal arts, professional, and graduate programs.

Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good, and seeks to develop individuals who combine career competency with cultural awareness and intellectual curiosity. The successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

The University of St. Thomas has a strong commitment to the principles of diversity and inclusion, to equal opportunity policies and practices, and to the principles and goals of affirmative action. In that spirit, the University welcomes nominations and applications from a broad and diverse applicant pool.

The University of St. Thomas offers a generous benefits package. More detailed information is available on the University of St. Thomas , Department of Human Resources website, www.stthomas.edu/hr.

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