What are the responsibilities and job description for the PsyD Faculty Member & PsyD Research/Grant Coordinator position at Brenau University Inc?
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Position Summary: This faculty member will work at the Gainesville campus, serve as the Psy.D. research/grant coordinator, teach as a core faculty member in the Psy.D. program in the Lynn J. Darby School of Psychology and Adolescent Counseling, and chair dissertations of Psy.D. students.
Minimum Qualifications:
- PhD/PsyD in Clinical or Counseling Psychology or a related field
- Licensed as Psychologist in Georgia or current state
- Preferred three years of higher education teaching experience
- Preferred experience in chairing of graduate thesis and/or dissertation projects
- Preferred Three years of experience conducting research studies and/or writing grants
- Preferred minimal three years of experience in providing clinical supervision
- Preferred interest in neuropsychology or child/adolescent psychology
Responsibilities:
- Psy.D. Research/Grant Coordinator (1 course reassigned time)
- Devote approximately 4 hours per week to identifying and writing grants, in collaboration with other faculty in the Darby School of Psychology and Adolescent Counseling and Brenau’s grant office, to fund students and research in the School.
- Faculty duties:
- Teach a course load of 22 credits per year. Topics might include: Psy.D. foundation courses, research, statistics, neuropsychology concentration courses, child/adolescent concentration courses, and supervision courses.
- Chair at least two dissertations per year.
- Other duties as assigned by Psy.D. Coordinator or Chair of the Lynn J. Darby School of Psychology and Adolescent Counseling
Supervisory Responsibilities:
No supervisory responsibilities of other faculty/staff required. Supervision of clinical work of Psy.D. students is required.
Work Hours:
30 hours per week. Generally, Monday – Friday with some day and some evening hours for courses taught in the evenings. Occasional weekend recruitment activities. Hours may be adjusted to meet the needs of the department.
Environmental and Working Conditions/ Physical Demands and Aptitudes:
Mostly Sedentary work. Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment related to teaching. Prolonged periods sitting and standing. Worker is required to have close visual acuity to grade papers, viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.
Travel Requirements:
Possible travel between Gainesville and Norcross campuses. Possible local meetings with practicum sites.
Home Campus Designation:
This position is an on-ground position in Gainesville, GA.
Licensure Requirements:
If the position you are applying for necessitates that you hold a professional degree, license, or certification, then proof of such professional degree, license, or certification must be provided in addition to this application for Brenau University to consider your application for employment. Failure to provide proof of professional degree, license, or certification when applicable may result in rejection of an application.
All positions will be filled pending budgetary review.
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