Assistant Professor, Tenure Track, Couple and Family Therapy Program

University of Colorado Denver

Working Title: Assistant Professor, tenure track, Couple and Family Therapy Program

FTE: Full-time

Salary Range: $78,000 to $84,000

Position #00614267 - Requisition #35037

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The School of Education & Human Development at the University of Colorado Denver is a statewide and national leader for educational quality, access and equity across the education lifespan, from birth through higher education. Members of the school community have been informing policy and practice while addressing the most important challenges faced by individuals, schools, and communities for more than 50 years. We prepare equity-minded and inclusive educational, community, family, and mental health practitioners, scholars, and leaders dedicated to eradicating inequalities and discrimination. We champion change that leads to well-being, opportunity, and life-long learning in the diverse urban, rural, and global communities that we serve. Our Inclusive Excellence Plan reflects our efforts to ensure that those we serve - diverse in race, ethnicity, economic resources, nationality, language, fluency, ability, geography, first-generation status, age, gender, sexual identity, veteran status, and cultural and faith practice - have access to an excellent education through inclusive practice and scholarship in a climate that is responsive to their needs.

The school's degree programs engage students in a strategic and interrelated combination of course work and internships in schools, agencies, and community-based organizations. The school offers three doctoral level programs, an educational specialist degree, 13 master's degrees in multiple program areas, and two undergraduate degrees, along with many licenses, endorsements and certificates. The undergraduate and graduate programs prepare and inspire education and mental health leaders to have a profound impact in fostering student opportunity and statewide achievement and success across rural, urban, and diverse communities. Programs are designed to be highly impactful for working professionals and distance learners with evening, online and hybrid class options.

Community-engaged and global partnerships are the heartbeat of SEHD. Innovative initiatives co-constructed with school districts, community colleges, and service organizations draw upon personnel strengths in education, human well-being, and equity-centered and community-focused research. These partnerships foster and celebrate diverse community voices, relevant student learning opportunities that build careers, positive outcomes for partner institutions, and outstanding research publications cited around the world.

In 2024, SEHD was recognized as the number one graduate online education program in Colorado and among the top graduate education programs in the nation according to U.S. News and World Report.

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Job Description

* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *

The School of Education & Human Development (SEHD) at the University of Colorado Denver announces a tenure-track faculty position in the COAMFTE Accredited Couple and Family Therapy (CFT) Program beginning in the fall of 2025. The CFT program prepares relational therapists who value inclusion and prize diversity such that they are prepared to offer a continuum of mental health services across a variety of settings for the benefit of the community and society. Graduates treat mental and emotional disorders, while promoting optimum relational health through a systemic, holistic approach (https://education.ucdenver.edu/academics/graduate/couple-family-therapy)

Assistant Professor (tenure track)

What you will do:

* Teach graduate courses in the CFT program. The standard teaching load is 4 classes per year (2/2), including courses in the core content areas, skills classes and clinical supervision of CFT students.

* Infuse culturally inclusive curriculum and social justice content into all courses.

* Develop and carry out a rigorous research agenda. Engage actively with other faculty in the development and elaboration of the School's research themes such as equity, urban populations, and cultural diversity.

* Support the ongoing development of the master's degree in CFT program through program evaluation, using and developing competency-based assessments aligned with COAMFTE, course development and revision, and activities related to accreditation.

* Provide live and/or virtual clinical supervision within practicum and internship courses as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and AAMFT Approved Supervisor or Supervisor Candidate.

* Provide service through committee work and other projects to the CFT program, SEHD, and University and on the state and/or national level

* Support the development and maintenance of partnerships within the greater Denver area community.

This position involves working closely with students where the person may become aware of campus safety issues that may need to be reported as part of CU's commitment to compliance with the Clery Act. The person in this role will receive the related training and be required to submit data once per year to the campus Clery Act team. For more information about our commitment to campus safety as it relates to this law, please visit https://www.ucdenver.edu/emergencymanagement/clery-act

Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)

* A doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy or Human Development and Family Science (with focus on MFT) from a COAMFTE accredited program.

* Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Colorado (if license eligible, Colorado licensure must be completed within one year of start date)

* AAMFT Approved Supervisor or Supervisor Candidate or eligibility to apply for Supervisor Candidate.

* Demonstrated success or potential for success in teaching and mentoring graduate students.

* Demonstrated success or potential for success in research, teaching, and supervision in CFT, particularly in areas including or related to underserved, diverse communities.

* Commitment to the professional field of Marriage and Family Therapy as evidenced by involvement in professional organizations.

Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)

* Demonstrated success or potential for success in grant writing and grant management.

* Evidence of cultural responsiveness and inclusion in prior experiences as practitioner, instructor, and researcher.

* Experience related to at least one of following: Medical Family Therapy, Substance abuse and addictions treatments, Complex trauma, Socioculturally attuned family systems therapies.

* Experience in providing clinical services and supervision in Spanish and English.

* Experience working with graduate students in instruction, supervision, and mentoring activities.

* History of collaborative research and/or grant funded projects

* Experience in COAMFTE accreditation review process for CFT programs.

Conditions of Employment

* Occasional work during the evening and/or weekends may be required.

* This position requires an onsite presence on campus 5 days a week.

This is a full-time 9-month academic year position. Opportunity for summer teaching is available.

As of 7/1/2023, The University of Colorado recommends employees be fully vaccinated from the COVID-19, but is not required. COVID recommendations and information can be found at: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus

Employment Sponsorship

Please be advised that this position is eligible now and in the future for visa sponsorship. While the hiring unit is willing to pursue visa sponsorship, an offer of employment will be contingent on the candidate having a visa status that allows employment with the University as of the start date for the position or the University's petition being approved and on the candidate being able to obtain the appropriate visa status.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $78,000 to $84,000.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by November, 30, 2024. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Tentative Search Timeline:

* Priority will be given to complete applications received by November 30, 2024.

* Potential dates for initial zoom interviews are December, 2024 and January, 2025

* Potential dates for Campus interviews are January, 2025 and February, 2025.

* The expected start date is August 2025.

Required Application Materials:

To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach:

1. A letter of application that addresses the candidate's interests, experiences and the minimum and preferred qualifications related to the responsibilities of the position.

2. A current curriculum vitae.

3. Transcripts of graduate work and evidence of terminal degree. Unofficial transcripts may be sent for application. Official transcripts will be requested at point of hire.

4. Submit the following materials at the time of application:

a. Examples of current research and publications (no more than 3),

b. Research agenda/plan (1-2 pages)

c. Teaching philosophy (1-2 pages)

d. Supervision philosophy (1-2 pages)

e. A list of courses taught and a summary of available teaching evaluations.

f. Summary of supervision evaluations (if available).

This position requires three confidential letters of recommendation, which will be requested at a later stage in the search process. Please submit names, daytime telephone numbers and e-mail addresses for three recommendation providers who have specific knowledge of the skills you possess that apply to this position. We will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references.

Background Check Policy

The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical, research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment.

Diversity and Equity

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at workplaceengagement@ucdenver.edu.

The University of Colorado Denver is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting diverse faculty and staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from Black, Indigenous, and people of color, women, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equity in education and employment.

Questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Rashmi Gangamma, RASHMI.GANGAMMA@UCDENVER.EDU

Questions about the application process should be directed to SEHD HR, sehdhr@ucdenver.edu