Clinical Assistant Professor - Family Studies
About The Position
The Department of Human Development and Family Studies at Utah State University (USU) is seeking applicants for a Clinical Assistant Professor position focused on relationship science at the Roosevelt, Utah campus. The successful candidate will teach core undergraduate courses as well as practicum courses for the Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) master’s and doctoral programs. Over time, the candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence in teaching and effectiveness in service. This is nine-month academic year position anticipated to begin in August 2026. Review of applications will begin February 20, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. U.S. Work Authorization is required for the duration of employment. Inquiries may be directed to the search committee chair Dr. David Schramm, [email protected] (435-797-8183).
Requirements
- PhD to be completed before the starting date
- Demonstrated or clear potential for excellence in teaching university courses.
- Demonstrated or clear potential for mentoring/supervising students.
- Ability to develop novel courses and programming in the areas of relationship health and relationship science
- AAMFT Approved Supervisor Designation or AAMFT Supervisory Candidate
- MFT license-eligible in Utah
- Outstanding oral, written, and interpersonal communication and ability to work well in a team setting.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with distance education technologies, including synchronous and asynchronous modalities
- Awareness, sensitivity, and demonstrated commitment to the respect and inclusion of all groups and people
Responsibilities
- Deliver a vibrant family science program at USU Uintah Basin. This includes community outreach that contributes to the health and well-being of families.
- Teach general undergraduate courses using distance technologies in relationship science and relational health, such as couple and family relations, parenting, family life education, balancing work and family, and research methodology.
- Integrate with the Logan campus MFT program to teach local and distant students in practicum, provide MFT supervision and advising, and instruct MFT coursework.
- Provide quality service to the program, department, broader University, and the fields of family studies and/or marriage and family therapy.
Benefits
- Commensurate with education and experience, plus excellent benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
