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Job Title:

Faculty, Clinical Psychology

 

Department:

Clinical Psychology

 

College/Division:

College Of Health Professions

 

Primary Job Posting Location:

Atlanta, GA 30341

Additional Job Posting Locations:

(Other locations that this position could be based)

Job Details:

The College of Health Professions at Mercer University invites applications for a full-time faculty member for the Doctor of Psychology Program. This position is for a tenure-track faculty in a progressive and innovative department that emphasizes evidence-based treatment, an integrative approach to healthcare, and interaction with our other partner programs (Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant Studies, Public Health, Athletic Training, and Kinesiology). Rank will be determined based on the credentials of the selected candidate.

 

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include doctoral student classroom instruction and evaluation; small group support for clinical training; advisement and mentoring of students; admissions and accreditation activities; committee involvement; and scholarly activities to include publications, grants, presentations, and collaborative projects. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, clinical training, and student mentorship within a practitioner-scholar model. The ideal candidates also will have a strong research orientation with established or potential for extramural support. As a faculty member at Mercer University, you can expect to be immersed into a community of scholars who are committed to excellence.

Qualifications

General qualifications include a degree from an APA-accredited PhD or PsyD Clinical Psychology program and completion of an APA-accredited internship. Active, unrestricted license to practice as a clinical psychologist in Georgia or immediate eligibility is required. Prior experience teaching, supervising, and mentoring graduate students is preferred.

Preference for this position will be given to someone with expertise and teaching experience in Cognitive Assessment. A background in clinical neuropsychology, with the ability to teach Neuropsychological Assessment and Biological Bases of Behavior, is also desirable. Other areas of expertise within clinical psychology will be considered.

Additional Information

This position will be a 12-month appointment based at Mercer University’s Cecil B. Day campus in Atlanta, Georgia, conveniently located near all the amenities of the city and situation on over 250 wooded acres. More information can be found at http://www.mercer.edu/.

Questions regarding this position may be directed to Dr. Michelle Robbins, [email protected], 678.547.6225.

Interested applicants will need to complete the brief online application and attach a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, description of research agenda, and the names and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin immediately.

 

Background Check Contingencies:
- Criminal History
 

Required Document Attachments:
- Current CV
- Letter of Interest

- Statement of Teaching Philosophy

- Description of Research Agenda
- List of three professional references with contact information

 

About Mercer University

Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer’s twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer’s employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community. 

Why Work at Mercer University

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, schedules that allow for work-life balance, and  so much more!

At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University.   

For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective-employees/

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

 

Job Family:

Faculty Health Professions

 

EEO Statement:

EEO/Veteran/Disability