South Midwest HERC

Description:

The Department of Psychological, Health, and Learning Sciences (PHLS) in the College of Education at the University of Houston seeks to fill a promotion-eligible, non-tenure track, Clinical Assistant Professor position to serve as the Training Director for our School and Counseling Ph.D. programs. The department offers a variety of graduate academic programs in multiple areas of specialization, including a master’s in counseling and three PhD programs including school psychology (APA accredited), counseling psychology (APA accredited), and measurement, quantitative methods, and learning sciences (MQMLS). All our programs have a special focus on student success, social justice, health, innovative research, and community engagement. We welcome candidates whose experience in research, teaching, and service demonstrates a commitment to excellence and interdisciplinary collaboration.

As part of an ambitious Carnegie-designated Tier One research institution, the University of Houston (UH) College of Education works to improve health and educational outcomes for all people and communities through inspired teaching, innovative scholarship, and strong community partnerships. Housed in the nation’s fourth-largest city, UH has more than 47,000 students and 6,200 faculty and staff.

Together, at the University of Houston, we dare to dream big, and we collaborate to achieve. Building on a trajectory of accelerated research activity and rising graduation rates, UH is pursuing a bold initiative to become a top 50 public university. New faculty will join a Big 12 institution with a growing number of nationally funded research centers and an ambitious agenda to leverage science to make a transformative impact locally, nationally, and across the globe. With a relentless focus on student success, we are committed to delivering a high-quality educational experience that empowers students to lead.

The Houston metropolitan area offers scholars rich urban and suburban environments in which to work and live – as well as opportunities for international research and study. The region is home to world-class museums, festivals, and restaurants, as well as the renowned Texas Medical Center and nearly 50 public school districts.

In the College of Education, our faculty and staff are united around five key beliefs: Our responsibility is to improve lives; achieving success for everyone requires inspiring collective action; greater understanding depends on rigorous scientific inquiry; various perspectives and talents fuel excellence; and transformation requires challenging and valuing ourselves and others. These tenets drive us as we prepare future teachers, administrators, counselors, psychologists, health experts, researchers, and other leaders in their fields. In support of our pursuits, we seek experienced and ambitious colleagues whose research and teaching are strategically aligned with our ongoing work to address educational and health disparities.

We are especially interested in candidates who value collaboration and demonstrate the ability to work effectively with colleagues across disciplines. The successful applicant will contribute to a collegial and academic community by engaging in joint research initiatives, program development, and cross-departmental projects. Candidates whose work fosters partnerships within the College of Education and with broader university, community, and school networks will be viewed with particular interest.

Qualifications for the Training Director position include the following:
1. Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in School or Counseling Psychology from an APA-accredited program.
2. Successful completion of an APA-accredited internship.
3. Licensed or license-eligible within one year in the state of Texas.
4. Experience in clinical supervision in various settings.
5. Evidence of effective teaching.
6. Expertise in evidence-based interventions across the lifespan and in different settings.

Preference will be given to candidates who have previous experience with training doctoral students in APA-accredited programs.

Responsibilities
The primary responsibility of this position will be supporting the training mission of the APA-accredited programs in the PHLS department, with an emphasis on teaching and administration. The programs are fortunate to have an excellent network of community-based practicum and internship programs. The Training Director will develop and maintain high-quality practicum experiences with community partners including schools, hospitals, clinics, and other community-based training sites. The training director will also contribute to the teaching mission of the programs, including teaching practicum and other classes that support the development of scientist-practitioners who provide evidence-based services. Furthermore, the Training Director will work with the respective Program Directors to complete program evaluations and maintain accreditation, facilitate internship applications and support for interns, and help address students’ clinical issues.

Appointment
Review of candidates will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is Fall 2026. Salary will be commensurate with the applicant’s qualifications and experience and will include benefits. Please contact Dr. Blake Allan (ballan@central.uh.edu); 713-743-2595, Search Committee Chair, should you have any follow-up questions.

To apply, the following materials should be uploaded online:
1. A cover letter describing your (a) qualifications and interest in the position, (b) teaching/training experience
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Teaching/Training Philosophy
4. Contact information of at least 3 references

Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidates.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. Individuals conducting research in critical infrastructure areas (i.e., communication infrastructure systems, cybersecurity systems, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment systems, and/or water treatment facilities) are subject to regular review to ensure the security and integrity of the research is maintained.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions.