"Visiting Assistant Professor or Postdoctoral Associate, PRODiG+ Fellow - Edu & Counseling Psych"

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Visiting Assistant Professor or Postdoctoral Associate, PRODiG+ Fellow - Edu & Counseling Psych

About University at Albany:

Established in 1844 and designated a University Center of the State University of New York in 1962, the University at Albany's broad mission of excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, research and public service engages a diverse student body of approximately 17,000 students in nine schools and colleges across three campuses.

Located in Albany, New York, New York State's capital, the University is convenient to Boston, New York City and the Adirondacks.

Job Description:

The nationally ranked and accredited programs of the School of Education have been the springboard to outstanding careers in numerous fields. At UAlbany, students participate in a community of scholarship with a legacy of enhancing education in New York State and the nation, and which today is fulfilling a commitment to serve the needs of educators around the world.

The School of Education is committed to creating equitable, just, inclusive, and supportive educational experiences that empower all students as they prepare to change the world in the fields of education, mental health and beyond. The School's Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Justice efforts and initiatives create opportunities to engage in important conversations, consider educational practice and build community.

The School of Education at the University at Albany, State University of New York, is seeking applicants for a Promoting Recruitment, Opportunity, Diversity, Inclusion and Growth plus (PRODiG+) + Postdoctoral Fellowship within the Division of School Psychology. The Postdoctoral fellow will work with one or more faculty members on their ongoing research. The position title will be Visiting Assistant Professor or Postdoctoral Associate depending on the background and experience of the candidate. This is a 12-month position that is expected to be two years in duration and may lead to a potential appointment of a tenure track faculty position. Additional information on the PRODiG+ Fellowship can be found at https://www.suny.edu/prodig-plus/fellowship/.

The division of School Psychology in the School of Education uses a practitioner-scholar model of training and supports two programs: a three-year NASP-approved CAS program, and a five-year APA-accredited Psy.D. program. Both programs, which follow cohort models, focus on the use of evidence-based practices embedded within multi-tiered systems of support. Graduates have the skills to provide direct psychological and consultation services to children and their families, as well as school-based faculty, staff, and administrators, while respecting the experiential and cultural differences of each individual in an equitable and inclusive manner. This position will include expectations for writing and publishing research results in high-impact journals. The Fellowship is for two years.

Although the areas of research specialization within School Psychology are open, successful candidates will show a commitment to producing high-impact research that complements the program's and the department's existing areas of expertise and is grounded in student success by ensuring equitable and inclusive opportunities, experiences, and environments for all (e.g., reducing disproportionality in child academic and/or behavioral outcomes; training and supervision). The Fellow will work closely with other faculty to advance their personal research portfolio with journal publications, presentations at national/international conferences, and grant proposal development. The Visiting Assistant Professor or Postdoctoral Associate will be mentored by experienced faculty and will have access to campus resources for both research and teaching skill development.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in School Psychology
• Mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate students in research
• Dissertation committee participation
• Potential supervision of doctoral and CAS practica
• Service to the division and department

Candidates must be sensitive to the needs of and possess an interest in working in an academic community that is diverse in numerous ways, including but not limited to gender, race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, sexual orientation or identity, disability status, and protected veteran status.

For more information about the School of Education and the Department of Educational and Counseling Psychology, please visit albany.edu/education.

The PRODiG+ Fellowship is open to any and all prospective candidates regardless of race, color, national origin, or sex, and is consistent with all current governing federal and state nondiscrimination law. All application submissions will be assessed and evaluated in accordance with the required eligibility criteria.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Applicants are expected to possess a Doctorate in School Psychology, prior to the start of the appointment, from an APA accredited program from an accredited college or University.
• Be eligible to work in the United States without a visa sponsorship.
• Demonstrate an academic/scholarly track record relevant to school psychology.
• Demonstrate personal, academic, and/or work experience engaging with Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and/or a commitment to facilitating and enhancing DEI efforts in the campus community. Such experience may include, but is not limited to, an academic/scholarly track record focused on DEI; work, volunteer/unpaid/community service; or related experience/expertise in serving underserved or vulnerable areas and/or populations.
• Fellows are welcome to focus on a wide range of scholarly topics and disciplinary areas with an emphasis on promoting and impacting DEI through scholarship, teaching, and service to the campus community.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preference will be given to those applicants who are Licensed, or License Eligible in the State of New York.
• Current SUNY students, alumni, and/or Fellows.
• From a low-income background (e.g., Pell-eligible as undergraduates), were first- generation college students (students whose parents have not earned a bachelor's degree), have overcome adversity, are AmeriCorps alumni, or are veterans.

Working Environment:

• Typical office/instructional environment

Additional Information:

Professional Rank and Salary Range: Visiting Assistant Professor or Postdoctoral Associate (SL1) based on qualification, salary commensurate with experience.

Please apply online via http://albany.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=195837

Application Instructions:

Applicants MUST submit the following documents:

• CV
• Cover letter stating all the required minimum qualifications and any of the applicable preferred qualifications
• Research Statement
• In 750 words or less, please submit an essay in response to the prompt: "Please describe how you've engaged, facilitated, and/or enhanced diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in the campus community. Examples could include personal, academic, and/or work experience and may include, but is not limited to, an academic/scholarly track record focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion; work, volunteer/unpaid/ community service; or related experience/ expertise in serving underserved or vulnerable areas and/or populations." Candidates are encouraged to share an experience where they have furthered DEI-related initiatives and programs and a commitment to continuing those efforts in the campus community.
• Contact information for three references.

A review of applications will start on January 5, 2026, and the search will remain open until the position is filled.