Mental Health Disparities
University of Notre Dame - Department of Psychology - See this job on our site
Job is in: Notre Dame, IN US
Contact: CINDY S BERGEMAN
Email: cbergema@nd.edu
Phone: 574-631-4515
Post Date: September 15, 2022
Job Starts: July 1, 2023
Application Deadline: October 31, 2022
The Department of Psychology invites applications for a Tenured or Tenure-Track Professor with an emphasis in mental health disparities or diversity science research. Applicants at all ranks, with backgrounds in Clinical Science and/or Developmental Psychology are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants will have an active scholarly research program focused on mental health and disparities for underserved populations. We are particularly interested in candidates whose research addresses one or more of the following: 1) reducing mental health disparities; 2) social determinants of mental health and/or substance abuse; 3) community facing/participatory work with expertise and experience in work that includes individuals from underrepresented communities; 4) the development, implementation and/or cultural adaptation of assessments and/or interventions for ethnoracial minorities. The successful applicant will be expected to: generate a high quality research program with potential for external funding, supervise doctoral research, and teach at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. The position will begin in Fall, 2023. To be certain of full consideration, applications must be received by October 1, 2022, but review of applications will continue until the position is filled. For questions, contact Kristin Valentino, Search Committee Chair, at kristin.valentino@nd.edu. Candidates may apply free of charge at apply.interfolio.com/ South Bend is a burgeoning city with low cost of living, and close proximity to both urban and rural regions including the Chicago metro area, scenic rural areas, and Lake Michigan beaches. This location offers a unique opportunity to study health disparities across geographic regions. Consistent with our mission, the University of Notre Dame is committed to understanding and reducing the high rates of health disparities in our region through research, teaching, and service. This position is part of a planned investment in a mental health disparities initiative with additional hires forthcoming. Commitment to Diversity The Department of Psychology at the University of Notre Dame prioritizes diversity as a core value. We strive to create inclusive working and educational environments enriched by cultural diversity and individual differences of all kinds. Diversity and inclusion enhance the wellbeing of faculty, students, staff, and the broader community we serve. Applicants should include a description of their commitment to promoting a diverse and inclusive academic community in their application materials. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates. Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).