Open Rank - Community and Behavioral Health Sciences, School of Public Health/Pediatrics, Medical College of Georgia

Job Summary

Job ID 295273 Position 40105575 The School of Public Health at Augusta University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor in Clinical Psychology with a joint appointment in the Department of Pediatrics in the Medical College of Georgia. This position is intended for a doctoral-level psychologist whose work addresses mental and behavioral health from a population and pediatric perspective. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a sustainable, externally funded program of research; provide clinical care within the faculty members scope of practice; contribute to graduate and professional education; and engage in interdisciplinary collaboration across public health and pediatric medicine. The role offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic academic health environment committed to advancing child and family health through research, clinical care, education, and service.

Responsibilities

• Research - 50%
• Build and maintain a program of high impact research as Principal Investigator.
• Serve as a team scientist on other AU research (as Co-I).
• Solicit and obtain extramural funding to support research projects.
• Publish regularly in high impact journals.
• Present research at regional, national, and international scientific meetings.
• Engage community members for research implementation and dissemination.
• Clinical/Patient Care - 40%
• Provide clinical care through the Department of Pediatrics within your scope of practice, including, but not limited to:
• Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine social, emotional and cognitive functioning.
• Provide therapeutic services for pediatric patients.
• Provide consultation services to other clinicians.
• Teaching - 5%
• Co-teach up to one course per year in SPH graduate programs.
• Mentor SPH graduate students in your areas of expertise.
• Service - 5%
• Serve on department, school, and campus committees.
• Serve on community, state, and national committees and support community events.
• Conduct peer-review for journals, funding agencies, and professional societies.

Required Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) in Clinical Psychology from an APA-accredited institution or program.
• Must have or be able to obtain a medical license in the state of Georgia. Applicants must be able to obtain hospital privileges.
• Demonstrated record of scholarly productivity.
• Assistant Professor- Early level career as a faculty member with appropriate post graduate training.
• Associate Professor- Mid level career faculty member with at least five years at rank of Assistant Professor or comparable training, background, and experience.
• Professor- Senior level career faculty member with at least five years at the rank of Associate Professor or comparable training, background, and experience.
• Required faculty employment qualifications for all USG institutions and all academic ranks within these institutions shall be:
• Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)s requirements for institutional accreditation;
• Evidence of ability as a teacher;
• Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned;
• Successful experience (which will necessarily be waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements); and,
• Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional Preferred Qualifications
• Mentorship and supervision of students and trainees.
• Preferred Educational Qualifications
• Postdoctoral fellowship training in pediatric psychology, public health, health services research, or a related field.
• Preferred Experience
• Experience preparing or submitting extramural grant applications.
• Experience with community-engaged or translational research.
• Teaching experience in graduate, professional, or clinical training programs.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

• This position is fiscal year based and works year-round.
• The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0 and considered full-time.
• Assistant Professor- Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.
• Associate Professor- Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.
• Professor- Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.
• Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more!
• Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.
• Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, etc. while also considering internal equity and market data.
• Advancement through the faculty ranks at Augusta University is only through the annual Promotion and Tenure process in which faculty may apply if eligible (typically five-year increments). For more information on ranks, please review the Augusta University Promotion and Tenure Website: https://www.augusta.edu/faculty-affairs/promotionandtenure.php

College/Department Information

• The Augusta University School of Public Health was established in 2023 to address Georgias distinct public health challenges through exceptional education, innovative research, and collaborative community engagement.
• We are leveraging the strengths of Georgias only public academic medical center, combining public health expertise with clinical knowledge to train future public health leaders.
• Our school is comprised of three academic departments: Biostatistics, Epidemiology & Data Science, Community & Behavioral Health Sciences, and Health Management, Economics & Policy.
• We offer a variety of degree programs, from specialized masters options to doctoral programs that create the next generation of public health researchers.
• Our research mission is critical to our long-term impact; we strongly emphasize scholarly productivity through peer-reviewed publications, scientific presentations, and grant-funded projects.
• Annually, we attract more than $6M in extramural funding.

About Us

• Augusta University is Georgias innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state.
• More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgias cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences.
• Augusta is home to Georgias only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today.
• Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.
• Augusta Universitys distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.
• The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office.
• Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect.
• These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.
• More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
• Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Location

• Augusta University -Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

Conditions of Employment

• All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
• If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
• Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
• For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s).
• Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
• All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Equal Employment Opportunity

• Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

• To be considered an applicant for this position, you must apply online at https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/#job-portals.
• Please upload your Curriculum Vitae, Research Statement, Professional References, etc., as one document.

Other Information

• This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees.
• "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
• Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.