A Psychology Professor teaches foundational psychological ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction, field experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field. In some cases, psychology professors will perform therapeutic services.
Faculty Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track Required Education:
PhD or equivalent
Required Related Experience:
Previous experience providing Psychological services to adolescents Required License/Registration/Certification Certification or eligibility by the American Psychological Association Valid license issued by Kentucky Board of Examiners of Psychology as a Licensed Psychologist Job Summary The University of Kentucky is currently seeking a faculty member in the Department of Adolescent Medicine, to provide clinical services at the University of Kentucky Medical Center and the Kentucky Children's Hospital. The responsibilities of this position will be to provide exemplary, state-of-the-art, compassionate care to patients in the department.
This position will also:
Provide service to both inpatient and outpatients. Program development focusing on eating disorders. Supervise medical and mental health learners providing services in the outpatient clinics Have an active role in the College of Medicine, and in graduate and fellowship training programs. Lecture, participate in small group and individual student instruction as required Engage in professional development Present general pediatric grand rounds once per year and participate in noon conferences Support and contribute to the scholarly activities of the Division Please include a CV and cover letter along with application. Rank will be determined based on qualifications for the position. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?: No Preferred Education/Experience Demonstrated ability in teaching students at all levels in an academic environment. Knowledge of current licensure, regulations and requirements as set forth by the Kentucky Board of Examiners of Psychology and the American Psychological Association. Open Until Filled Yes Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
