Assistant or Associate Research Professor – Child and Adolescent Psychology

University of Denver•Denver, CO

About The Position

The Graduate School of Professional Psychology (GSPP) at the University of Denver (DU) seeks an Assistant or Associate rank professor (Research Track) to lead and expand research initiatives focused on child and adolescent mental health. The Research Faculty will lead projects addressing child and adolescent mental health. The role includes building partnerships, developing and administering projects, mentoring graduate students, and contributing to GSPP’s mission through impactful applied research and dissemination. This position reports to the Associate Dean of Research and Sponsored Programs. This position also collaborates closely with the Director of the Caring for YoU and Baby (CUB) Clinic, GSPP faculty with expertise in child and adolescent psychology, the Associate Dean of Research and Sponsored Programs, and other faculty to ensure that externally funded projects align with the strategic priorities and capacities of GSPP academic programs. This position is a 12-month research-track appointment. The Research Professorial Series does not necessarily imply a remunerative relationship with the University. Candidates for this role are expected to be fully funded from external sources. Depending on what funding is available, the position may be full-time benefited, part-time benefited, or part-time non-benefited. Appointments are subject to the availability of external funding and may terminate due to the lack of external funding. The generation of adequate external funds is the responsibility of this faculty member. The individual must pursue a portfolio of externally funded projects that advance GSPP’s scholarship, reputation, and community impact. About the University of Denver & GSPP The University of Denver is a top-ranked private university located at the base of the Rocky Mountains. The Graduate School of Professional Psychology (GSPP) was founded in 1976 and offers doctoral and master’s programs that integrate applied practice, theory, research, and scholarship. GSPP emphasizes culturally informed services and inclusive excellence, fostering innovation and collaboration in mental health education and research.

Requirements

Doctoral degree (PsyD, PhD or equivalent) in psychology or a related field.
Demonstrated success in securing and managing extensive external funding.
Extensive, strong record of peer-reviewed publications and scholarly impact.
Experience mentoring graduate students and supervising research staff.
Expertise in child and adolescent mental health research.
Advanced skills in quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-method research design.
Ability to secure and manage external funding from federal and private sources.
Strong leadership and team management skills in inclusive settings.
Exceptional administrative and financial management skills.
Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.

Nice To Haves

Licensed as a psychologist in Colorado.
Experience with interdisciplinary collaboration.
Track record of externally funded research projects.
Expertise in community-engaged research and program evaluation.
Experience with clinically applied research

Responsibilities

Serve as Principal Investigator and/or in a supportive role on externally funded projects.
Secure and maintain external funding aligned with the strategic applied research priorities and capacities of GSPP academic programs and GSPP Clinical Services.
Develop and lead a robust applied research program focused on child and adolescent mental health.
Mentor graduate students and supervise staff tied to externally funded projects.
Publish and disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
Build and maintain interdisciplinary collaborations within DU and with external partners.
Provide reasonable service as faculty (up to 10% of appointment) to the GSPP program(s) under which the external funding is aligned, currently the PsyD program.