Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology

CHAMINADE UNIVERSITY OF HONOLULU

MISSION STATEMENT

Chaminade University offers its students an education in a collaborative learning environment that prepares them for life, service and successful careers. Guided by its Catholic, Marianist and liberal arts educational traditions, Chaminade encourages the development of moral character, personal competencies, and a commitment to build a just and peaceful society. The University offers both the civic and church communities of the Pacific region its academic and intellectual resources in the pursuit of common aims.

1. Position Information

Title: Assistant/Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology (Non-Tenure)

Division: School of Education and Behavioral Sciences

Status: Exempt, Full-time, 11-month position

1. Position Summary

The responsibilities of this position comprise of teaching doctoral courses and advising students within the Hawai‘i School of Professional Psychology PsyD program. As a faculty member, the Assistant/Associate Professor is expected to actively participate in curriculum development and assessment, accreditation, and student related activities. This position is an on-campus position located in Oahu, Hawai`i. 

1. Reports to

This position reports to the Program Director of the Hawai‘i School of Professional Psychology at Chaminade University of Honolulu.

1. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Program Management and Operation (90% of work time)

• Teach 18 teaching credit hours per academic year in the PsyD program
• Provide comprehensive advising on dissertations and student research 
• Provide comprehensive academic advising and mentorship
• Actively participate in University, School, and Department committees
• Actively participate in the accreditation process
• Actively participate in program assessment, curriculum development, and grant writing
• Actively develop scholarship (e.g., publications, conference presentations)
• Other duties and service may be assigned by the Dean, within the scope of the Faculty Handbook.

Other Requirements (10% of work time)

• Attend meetings and provide service as required for the program, school, university and community committees and work groups.
• This is a full time, exempt position. Forty hours per week (M-F) will be the general rule. However, additional hours or workday schedule changes may be occasionally required depending on the project cycles and workflow demands of the department. Must be willing and able to work occasional nights, weekends, and a varying schedule.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
• Observes all safety and health regulations and works in accordance with safe work procedures and policies of the University. Reports unsafe acts/conditions and injuries in a timely and proper manner.

1. Disclaimer

This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive. Details relating to both essential and non-essential functions of the job are not precise and are only an approximation, which can vary on a day-to-day basis and are subject to change on an as-needed basis and/or in the sole discretion of supervisory management.

1. Education and Experience

Minimum

• Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology
• Licensure: Must be a licensed or license-eligible as a Clinical Psychologist in the State of Hawai‘i. Must retain that license throughout employment.

Preferred

• Two (2) years of teaching experience in a university/college setting 
• Licensed as a Clinical Psychologist in the State of Hawai‘i 
• Experience managing supervisees on performance and professional conduct
• Excellent record of teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Demonstrated potential for scholarly research
• Possess a strong understanding and experience working with culturally and ethnically diverse students especially those from Hawai‘i’s local culture

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Must possess high integrity and ethical standards
• Must have the ability to create and facilitate a meaningful learning environment
• Demonstrate a willingness to teach a variety of psychology courses in a diverse educational setting 
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace applications, and/or related software
• Excellent project management skills and ability to prioritize work and resources
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to interpret data and prepare reports
• Knowledge and experience in using common office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers

1. Physical Requirements

Duties involve light work in an office and community setting and requires a minimum of physical effort with intermittent sitting, standing, climbing stairs, and walking inclines. Must be able to lift 20 pounds, walk the campus with ease, and have excellent motor skills. Must have finger dexterity. Must be able to communicate information and ideas so that others will understand.

1. Other Requirements

• Attend meetings and provide service as required for the program, school, university and area committees and work groups;
• This is a full time, exempt position. Forty hours per week (M-F) will be the general rule. However, depending on the project cycles and workflow demands of the department, additional hours or workday schedule changes may be occasionally required. Must be willing and able to work occasional nights and weekends and a varying schedule.
• Performs such similar, comparable or related duties as may be assigned or required
• Observes all safety and health regulations and works in accordance with safe work procedures and policies of the University. Reports unsafe acts/conditions and injuries in a timely and proper manner
• The employee is expected to adhere to all University policies while employed. The policies can be found at https://chaminade.edu/compliance/resources/ or on the employee Share Portal.

1. Marianist Identity/Native Hawaiian & Pacific Island Serving

An expressed willingness to respect and support the Catholic and Marianist identity of Chaminade University of Honolulu and to perform all duties in a manner consistent with Marianist educational values and mission of the University. Understanding of and respect for the University’s designation as an institution that serves students of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island ancestry.