The Department of Psychology at the University of New Mexico invites applications for a full time, 9-month appointment Open Rank Lecturer II or III (plus two month summer contract), commensurate with experience and degree to begin April 1, 2024. The department seeks to hire a lecturer to direct our Basics in Addiction Counseling (BAC) program, which is a concentration within the Psychology Major that provides academic coursework and applied clinical experience to help prepare students for careers in the addiction counseling field. This position entails both teaching undergraduate courses directly related to the BAC program and provision of clinical supervision for these clinical trainees. The successful candidate will be in charge of posting announcements for application deadlines for students to enter the BAC program, meeting with prospective applicants, reviewing applications, interviewing the applicants, and meeting with the faculty committee to determine acceptances into the program. This position also entails being an ambassador to work with local substance use disorder or behavioral health treatment agencies to arrange internships for the BAC trainees. This position may also entail service activities to the department or university such as supporting Collegiate Recovery. The successful candidate has the opportunity to mentor bright students along their educational and career trajectories and help direct the BAC program to ensure people with addictions receive effective and compassionate care
All Lecturers are reviewed annually. Workload is determined by the Psychology Department's workload policy and University policies.
Only applications submitted through this website can be
considered. Applicants should pay extra attention to the "Application Instructions" which detail all of the required elements that must accompany
the application. A complete application consists of a cover letter describing
the applicant's qualifications as they relate to the minimum and preferred
criteria (e.g., teaching ability, clinical supervision, commitment to success
of diverse students, etc.); a current curriculum vita (please include email
address and telephone number), and at least 3 references who will provide
letters of recommendation if invited for an interview. Applicants who are
appointed to a UNM lecturer position are required to provide an official
certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to
their initial employment with UNM.
For best consideration, all required application materials
must be received by February 15, 2024. We will only consider complete applications.
The position will remain open until filled. Inquiries about the position should
be directed to the search committee chair (Kamilla Venner, Ph.D., at
kamilla@unm.edu) and department chair (Derek Hamilton, Ph.D. at dahamilt@unm.edu).
The University of New Mexico is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants
are encouraged to apply including women, minorities, and those from
underrepresented groups.
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Minimum Qualifications:
1. M.S, M.A., M.S.W., M.F.T., or doctoral degree in psychology, counseling, behavioral health, social work, or related field completed by start date of appointment (April 1, 2024)
2. Licensed clinician at the master's degree level
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Demonstrated strength in teaching at the undergraduate and/or professional (e.g., CEUs, workshops) levels
2. Ability to mentor diverse students at the undergraduate and/or graduate level
3. Demonstrated ability to supervise clinical trainees in behavioral health services (e.g., clinicians, counselors, case managers)
4. Experience working in the substance use or chemical dependency or related field
5. A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, to submit an application.
A complete application consists of the following which must be uploaded with your application: Cover Letter describing your qualifications as they relate to the position criteria herein Current CV If selected for an interview, letters of recommendation will be required. They may be sent via email to psychjobs@unm.edu If selected for the position, official transcripts will be requiredApplicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.