Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Human Services
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 11/15/2024.
Position Description:
This position is a nine-month tenure track appointment at the Assistant Professor rank in the Department of Rehabilitation and Human Services within the College of Natural and Health Sciences. Responsibilities include teaching (60%), research (20%), and service (20%). The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in Human Services, conduct research including dissemination of findings and grant proposals, and provide service to the university and/or professional organizations and community.
Qualifications and Experience:
Minimum Requirements-
An earned doctorate in human services, or a closely related field, with leadership, teaching, and research experience at the university level.
Preferred Requirements-
Effective university teaching using a variety of teaching methods, including online instruction; human services focused research; certified by CRC or LPC; and experience with human services related community outreach.
Target Start Date: August 18, 2025
Contact and Application Deadline:
Screening of applications will begin on November 16, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Interested persons should apply online at https://www.unco.edu/human-resources/careers-at-unc.aspx and select “Vacant Faculty Positions” then choose “Assistant Professor/Tenure Track – Department of Rehabilitation and Human Services.” Application documents to be submitted online are a letter of application/cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, research interest, a statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion, names and contacts of three references, and unofficial graduate school transcripts. Letters of recommendation will be requested for any candidate advancing to the phone interview stage.
For questions about the application process, contact Ann Ward, phone: 970-351-2893; email ann.ward@unco.edu. For questions about the position, contact the search chair Dr. Erin Moser at erin.moser@unco.edu.
About the Department:
The Department of Rehabilitation and Human Services houses both Rehabilitation Counseling and Human Services. The Human Services program provides a comprehensive understanding of the techniques and theories in the helping professions. You will master the skills needed to solve real-world problems using a variety of human services methods. The undergraduate degree in Human Services provides students with the skills to be able to work in a variety of human services settings. A hallmark of this program is the fieldwork experiences integrated into course requirements. The Department of Rehabilitation and Human Services also houses the only rehabilitation degree program in Colorado. Students in this program are prepared at the professional level to work with people with physical and/or mental disabilities. The Rehabilitation Counseling graduate program includes experiences through practica and internships.
About the College:
The College of Natural and Health Sciences offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs in the natural, health, human and mathematical sciences. Our students benefit from mentoring by faculty who are national and international experts in their fields and from meaningful research opportunities in state-of-the-art facilities. Our graduates leave us with a first-class education that has prepared them to contribute to society whether they become health-care providers, educators, chemists, biologists, physicists, computer scientists, statisticians, geologists, dietitians, speech-language pathologists, audiologists, sport administrators, rehabilitation counselors, mathematicians, athletic trainers, public health practitioners or work in other public service-oriented fields. The College of Natural and Health Sciences Identity, Vision, and Goals document sets the priorities of the college and drives our collective innovation. Our commitment to equity and inclusion transcends all areas of our work. We are proud of the progress we have made this past year in NHS.
About UNC
The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC’s commitment to education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational force for our students. According to CollegeNet’s Social Mobility Index, UNC ranked #1 in social mobility (2022). UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC’s Career Hub,to learn more about UNC’s strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears!
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
The University of Northern Colorado believes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is the pathway to achieving an inclusive community and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. UNC supports the growth of individuals who care about race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability – to honor the intersectionality of our campus. Please visit UNC’s Career Hub to learn more about UNC’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
AAEO Employer
The University of Northern Colorado is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer that is committed to a culturally diverse staff, faculty, and student body.
The University will not engage in unlawful discrimination in employment or educational services against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Veteran status and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is the University’s policy to prohibit discrimination in employment or educational services on the basis of sexual orientation or political affiliation. The University will likewise take affirmative action to ensure that student applicants and enrolled students are treated during the enrollment at the University without regard to race, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability or veteran status. Such affirmative action shall include, but not be limited to the following: employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff, retirement, or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship. Furthermore, the University will post in conspicuous places, notice setting forth the provisions of this University’s Equal Opportunity Policy.
Federal regulations require that the University of Northern Colorado retain all documents submitted by applicants. Materials will not be returned or copied for applicants.
Background Check
Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.
This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.
Clery Act
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