Duties will include teaching graduate courses in psychotherapy techniques, practicum, and ethics, as well as teaching clinically-related undergraduate courses; supervising practicum masters' level students; and conducting research with undergraduate/graduate students. A preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated potential for extramural funding. Candidates must be committed to a student-centered approach and have a passion for teaching and mentoring a diverse student population.
Other Specifications/Instructions for the Position:
The application will require the following materials:
Letter of interest describing alignment with the duties outlined above
Statement of teaching interests and philosophy
Statement of research interests
Statement of diversity and inclusion, specifically addressing qualifications and strategies for engaging all students at SHSU https://www.shsu.edu/dept/institutional-effectiveness/fbenrollment (view enrollment demographic information)
Full curriculum vita
Up to two representative publications (one if you are ABD)
Three letters of recommendation. For ABD applicants, one letter must be from your dissertation director confirming that the Ph.D. requirements will be met by August 20, 2020.
Transcripts for all graduate education (applicants may submit unofficial transcripts for initial screening; however, official undergraduate and graduate transcripts are required for credential review prior to hiring) Additional materials may be requested throughout the consideration process. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2019, and will continue until the position is filled. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Direct inquiries to: David V. Nelson, Ph.D. Search Committee Chair nelsondv@shsu.edu 936-294-4709
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.
Internal Number: 23185
About Sam Houston State University
For more than 130 years, Sam Houston State University has been preparing students for meaningful lives of achievement. Its motto, "The Measure of a Life is its Service", echoes across SHSU's six colleges and beyond its Texas campus through student research, creative endeavors, service learning, volunteering and more. Named for Sam Houston, Texas' greatest hero, SHSU continually strives to honor its historical roots through academic excellence that includes exceptional teaching from faculty members who care as much about their students' success as they do about furthering the knowledge of their fields. While embracing its legacy, SHSU also strives to meet the needs of contemporary students, both traditional and online. With over 20 bachelor's and graduate degrees available entirely online, and more in development each semester, SHSU Online is quickly becoming one of the best online universities in Texas.
