Psychology Program Chair

JOB SUMMARY

The Division of Social Sciences at Columbia College invites applications for a Professor in Psychology position beginning August 2025 with a strong teaching focus in Mental Health Counseling.  The successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead and teach in our undergraduate programs. A terminal degree in clinical/counseling psychology or counselor education from an accredited institution is required as well as current licensure. ABD candidates may be considered if degree completion is expected before August 1, 2025. All required documents must be completed for the application to be reviewed.

This full-time tenure track faculty role reports directly to the Dean of the Division of Social Sciences. The position requires visionary leadership and oversight for all aspects of the Psychology program, including the Bachelor of Arts (in-person and online) and Bachelor of Science (in-person) degree tracks. 

This position is a nine-month, full-time, tenure-track appointment. The standard teaching load is twelve credit hours for each of the fall and spring semesters.  The candidate must demonstrate the ability to design and deliver courses in a variety of formats, including online and hybrid modalities, and is expected to teach core courses and specialized courses in personality, statistics, research methods, psychological disorders, and clinical and counseling psychology.

The candidate is expected to have flexibility in class scheduling to meet the needs of the College. Faculty members are expected to participate in faculty governance and academic program activities and to engage in service as well as scholarship and professional development. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Curriculum Development: Design, evaluate, and revise academic programs to ensure alignment with institutional goals and industry standards.
• Student Advisement: Provide academic guidance and mentorship to support student success and career readiness.
• In-person and Online Instruction: Develop and deliver engaging face-to-face and online courses, incorporating innovative teaching strategies and technology.
• Student Recruitment and Retention: Actively participate in initiatives to attract and retain students, including outreach programs and engagement activities.
• Assessment and Evaluation: Conduct regular program assessments to measure effectiveness and ensure continuous improvement.
• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with stakeholders to develop strategic plans that enhance program visibility and growth.
• Budget Management: Oversee program budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and alignment with institutional priorities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK: 

• Terminal degree in clinical/counseling psychology or counselor education from an accredited institution is required as well as current licensure. ABD candidates may be considered if degree completion is expected before August 1, 2025.
• Proven record of accomplishment consistent with the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor.
• Two (2) years of administrative or management experience, or a history of progressively responsible administrative/leadership experience.
• May be required to work additional hours during the academic year which may include early/late hours or occasional weekends.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, utilizing Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft Teams, and other related software programs.
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Canvas.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work, ability to multi-task.
• Ability to meet schedules and timelines.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; pays attention to detail.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others, excellent interpersonal skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Requires sedentary work that involves walking, standing, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling some of the time and requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and the ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force on a recurring basis or routine keyboard operations.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work environment risks exposure to no known environmental hazards.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Application deadline is May 12, 2025.  Review of completed applications will begin May 16, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.
• Submit a letter of interest, curriculum vita, and three references to include names, phone number, email and relationship to the applicant, and statements of teaching effectiveness and scholarly endeavors.
• Complete the online application using this link: https://www.columbiasc.edu/about/employment
• New applicants to Columbia College will have to create an account prior to applying.
• Once an account is created, applicants may log back in and search for the Chair of Psychology position to complete an application. All materials must be submitted through the online portal in one .pdf file except for the cover letter, which may be uploaded as a separate document. 
• Submit official transcripts from all higher education institutions attended to the Office of the Provost, Columbia College, 1301 Columbia College Drive, Columbia, South Carolina 29203 or email to Provost@columbiasc.edu.

Inquiries may be directed to the Division Administrative Assistant, Liz Henrie at ehenrie@columbiasc.edu.

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