Assistant Professor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology & Clinical Psychologist

University of Maine • Orono, ME

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About The Position

The Department of Psychology at the University of Maine and the VA Maine Healthcare System are recruiting a clinical psychologist to fill a joint position with a 50%, nine-month UMaine appointment and a 5/8th twelve-month VA appointment. This position provides unique opportunities for a clinical psychologist interested in a career that combines teaching, research, and clinical service. It is one of two positions shared by UMaine and VA Maine. Dr. Cara Struble currently serves in the other position. The successful candidate will join two outstanding institutions and have the opportunity to help shape the growing collaborations between the university and the VA. This is an ideal position for an early career psychologist who is passionate about all aspects of clinical psychology including clinical practice, teaching, research, and consultation. The position offers unique opportunities to pursue research funding through both external (NIH/NSF/HRSA) and internal (DoD, VHA) federal funding mechanisms. Mentorship will be provided at both institutions to foster strong career development. There is significant support for the development of the psychologist's research program at the university and through the VA.

Requirements

• Ph.D. awarded by date of hire from a graduate program in Clinical Psychology (or closely related field) accredited by the APA, PCSAS, or CPA.
• Successfully completed a professional psychology internship training program accredited by APA or CPA.
• US citizen, proficient in written and spoken English.
• Licensed or license-eligible to practice psychology in Maine.
• Evidence of potential for scholarly productivity and successful pursuit of extramural funding.
• Suitable experience and academic preparation for teaching and mentoring at the graduate and undergraduate level.
• Suitable training and experience to provide psychological services to veterans.
• Meet other requirements of federal employment at time of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Evidence of successful mentoring of graduate students in psychology.
• A record of involvement in activities that enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Experience working with serious mental illness.
• Experience or interest in rural health.
• Research interests that may include depression, addiction, PTSD, TBI, serious mental illness, rehabilitation, mental health and spirituality, or rural mental health.

Responsibilities

• Ordinarily teach one course per academic semester at UMaine.
• Maintain an active and productive research program (50% research).
• Pursue external funding for research.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Participate in departmental and university service at a level commensurate with a 50%-time appointment.
• Provide psychological services to veterans at the VA Maine Healthcare System.
• Perform assessments and provide psychological interventions (individual, group, systems therapies).
• Engage in ongoing research (1/8th time, 5 hours per week).

Benefits

• Tuition benefits (employee and dependent).
• Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability.
• Retirement plan options.
• Access to professional resources at both UMaine and VA Maine.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees