College of Education

Department of Psychological and Quantitative Foundations

Open Rank Professors - Tenure Track

SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY

The Department of Psychological and Quantitative Foundations at the University of Iowa invites applications for two, 9-month, tenure-track faculty positions (open rank) in our APA-accredited school psychology program, to begin August 19, 2020.

We are seeking individuals with interests and experiences in the field of professional school psychology with area of research open. The successful candidate will advise school psychology graduate students, engage in scholarly research, seek external funding, and teach graduate-level courses.

The preferred candidate will have a strong commitment to a scientist-practitioner philosophy and a program of research related to the investigation and/or implementation of best practice services to clients from diverse backgrounds. The College of Education is building a critical mass of faculty in various programs to focus on addressing mental health in the schools.

Responsibilities

Major responsibilities include: conduct an active, funded program of research and scholarship; teach graduate-level courses consistent with program and departmental needs; advise and mentor graduate students in the school psychology program; and provide program, department, college, and professional service. The successful candidate will work in full collaboration with faculty members in school psychology to consider new initiatives within the college and university.

Salary

Highly competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent start-up package, benefits, and research support.

Appointment

Academic year (9 month) tenure-track appointment beginning August 19, 2020 or negotiated start date.

Screening

Review of applications will begin September 1, 2019, and continue until the position is filled.

About the Program

The School Psychology program at The University of Iowa is a doctoral program that was granted full accreditation by the American Psychological Association in 1992. The university is making a significant investment in growing the program through additional faculty hires and a renewed commitment to addressing critical needs in schools including the addition of a new BCBA program. The School Psychology program has a long history of excellence in preparing scientist-practitioners for practice as health service psychologists in multiple settings including academia. We are seeking to expand on our existing partnerships with partner schools, the Iowa State Department of Education and the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics to address school mental health and other critical issues within school psychology.

About the College

The College of Education offers more than 80 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, including licensure, endorsement, and certificate programs, many of which are regularly ranked among the best in the nation. Students study with our world-renowned faculty who are the leaders, scholars, and innovators in their fields. Our college is comprised of four departments: Educational Policy and Leadership Studies, Psychological and Quantitative Foundations, Rehabilitation and Counselor Education, and Teaching and Learning

About the University and Surrounding Community

The University of Iowa (UI) is world-renowned for its commitment to the arts, sciences, and humanities. UI has been a member of the Big Ten conference since 1899 and the Association of American Universities since 1909. UI ranks #38 among the nation's 629 public universities (U. S. News & World Report). More than 33,000 students earn bachelor's, graduate, and professional degrees from UI's 12 colleges.

UI is located in Iowa City, a UNESCO City of Literature that is widely recognized as one of the country's most livable communities. With 70,000 residents, Iowa City is an attractive haven for scholars, scientists, artists, writers, and professionals of all kinds. Highlights of living in Iowa City include outstanding affordable health care, excellent libraries and schools, historic neighborhoods, and a lively downtown. Chicago, St. Louis, and Minneapolis/St. Paul are a short car or bus trip away, and nearby Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) connects travelers to the world. The relationship between Iowa City and the UI is very cooperative and supportive.

The University of Iowa is a founding member of the Central Midwest Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC) and is committed to recruiting and retaining the most talented and diverse faculty and staff and assisting dual-career couples.