Assistant Professor in Department of Psychology - Clinical Psychology Ryerson University, Department of Psychology
Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology - Clinical Psychology
Arts, Psychology Posted: September 28, 2018
At the intersection of mind and action, Ryerson is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.
The Opportunity The Department of Psychology invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level, beginning July 1, 2019, subject to final budgetary approval. The Psychology Department in the Faculty of Arts at Ryerson University in the city of Toronto on the territory of the Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee and Huron-Wendat peoples has undergone extraordinary growth and diversification over the past decade. Modern and innovative, and located in the heart of downtown Toronto, Psychology is home to dynamic scholars, award-winning teachers, and some of the university’s top students.
Responsibilities Responsibilities will include contributing to our undergraduate (BA) and graduate (MA/ PhD) programs through teaching and student supervision. Successful candidates will also be expected to establish and maintain a strong, independent, and externally-funded research agenda, and be engaged in the academic life of the Department, the Faculty, and the University.
Qualifications Candidates will hold a PhD in Clinical Psychology from a Canadian Psychological Association or American Psychological Association accredited program and be eligible for registration with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. They will hold a strong, emerging research profile and scholarly record that demonstrates evidence of impact through peer-reviewed publications and other contributions, as well as an ability to establish and maintain an independent, externally-funded research program. Applicants should show evidence of high-quality teaching and student training. The ability to teach courses in addictions, community psychology, and/or methods courses is an asset, as is an interest in clinical supervision at our Psychology Training Clinic. Ideal candidates will also demonstrate a capacity and commitment to collegial service.
Equity at Ryerson University Ryerson University welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
As an employer, we are working towards a people first culture and are proud to have been selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and a Greater Toronto’s Top Employer for 2015, 2016 and 2017. To learn more about our work environment, colleagues, leaders, students and innovative educational environment, visit www.ryerson.ca, check out @RyersonU, @RyersonHRand @RyersonECI on Twitter, and visit our LinkedIn company page.
How to apply? Applicants are asked to submit their application online via the Faculty Recruitment Portal. The application must be in a single file, in PDF or Word format and contain the following:
Please indicate in your application if you are a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada.
Confidential inquiries can be directed to the Chair of the Department, Dr. Michelle Dionne, at mdionne@psych.ryerson.ca.Applications must be submitted via the Faculty Recruitment Portal by November 14, 2018. Only those candidates selected for the short-list of consideration will be contacted for interviews.
Any inquiries regarding accessing the Faculty Recruitment Portal can be sent to Ms. Davina Chan, Senior HR Consultant. Aboriginal candidates who would like to learn more about working at Ryerson University are welcome to contact Ms. Tracey King, M.Ed., Aboriginal HR Consultant, Aboriginal Recruitment and Retention Initiative.
This position falls under the jurisdiction of the Ryerson Faculty Association (RFA).
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