The University of New Brunswick (UNB), Department of Psychology, Fredericton invites applications for a 12-month 0.6 FTE Reduced Load Assistant Teaching Professor in Clinical Psychology to do student supervision at the Psychological Wellness Centre (PWC) effective May 1, 2024. The PWC is the Department of Psychology's in-house training clinic providing practicum opportunities in assessment and therapy for Clinical Psychology PhD students. The PWC offers low-cost services to UNB students and the wider Fredericton community. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.
The Assistant Teaching Professor position involves providing evidence-based supervision to first-, second-, and third-year Clinical Psychology PhD students completing practicum placements at the PWC. The ideal candidate will have child- and/or adult-focused clinical training and interests and be able to supervise trainees in at least one of adult assessment (psychoeducational), child assessment (psychoeducational), and/or adult therapy. Other clinical interests relevant to the provision of community mental health services (e.g., experience in group therapy) would be an asset. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is excited about teaching and training the next generation of clinical psychologists.
The successful candidate will have a PhD in Clinical Psychology, be registered with the College of Psychologists of New Brunswick, show strong evidence of effectiveness in evidence-based clinical supervision, and be committed to the scientist-practitioner model.
The Department of Psychology in Fredericton has BA and BSc majors and honours programs as well as MA/PhD programs in Clinical Psychology (CPA accredited) and Experimental Psychology. For more information about the Department please see http://www.unb.ca/fredericton/arts/departments/psychology/. More information about the PWC can be viewed at: www.unbpwc.ca.
How to Apply
Review of applications will begin March 22, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, applicants must electronically submit the following via email to the Chair of the Department of Psychology, Dr. Sandra Byers, care of Administrative Assistant Janet Noiles at psyc@unb.ca:
- A cover letter detailing their clinical training and experience, with a particular focus on their philosophy of, and interest, training, and experience in clinical supervision;
- An up-to-date curriculum vitae;
- Two letters of reference to be sent directly to Dr. Byers.
General inquiries about the position can be sent to Dr. Sandra Byers, Chair of Psychology, at psyc@unb.ca.
Short-listed candidates will be required to provide satisfactory proof of credentials including appropriately certified translations of credentials into English, as applicable.
The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.