The Department of Human Development and Family Studies at Utah State University in Logan, Utah, is inviting applications for an Assistant Professor in our Marriage and Family Therapy master’s and doctoral programs. The hired individual will be one of four core MFT faculty members. Clinical and research specialization within the MFT field are flexible and Family Studies experience is welcome. This is a tenure-track, nine-month academic year position anticipated to begin in August 2024. Review of applications will begin October 15, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled.
Position Responsibilities:
Developing and carrying out a research program. This will include advising and mentoring students in producing quality research as well as seeking external funding to support your research program.
Teaching classes to undergraduate and graduate (both MS and PhD) students. Utah State University values high quality teaching.
Supervising practica for master’s degree students and mentoring doctoral degree students in the development of their supervision.
Providing quality service to the program, department, broader University, and the field of marriage and family therapy.
Minimum Qualifications:
PhD to be completed prior to starting date
AAMFT Approved Supervisor Designation or AAMFT Supervisory Candidate
MFT license-eligible in Utah
Demonstrated history of publishing in peer-reviewed MFT journals and potential to secure external funding
Demonstrated competence in teaching university courses
Effective oral, written, and interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a diverse and inclusive team setting
Clinical interest in working with children and adolescents
Strong research methods and statistical experience/expertise
Preferred Qualifications:
Grant writing experience
Awareness, sensitivity, and demonstrated commitment to issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Familiarity with distance technologies including web-based education
Involvement in professional organizations and other professional contexts
Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant and space-grant university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion. USU serves approximately 27,500 students throughout the state at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online has served students from all 50 states and 55 countries for over 25 years, and USU Extension provides outreach and service to all counties in Utah.
As a land-grant university, USU engages communities and empowers people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. As an R1 research institution, USU provides a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price. Washington Monthly has consistently ranked USU in the top 10 among public universities for contribution to social mobility, research, and public service.
