Mscp Lecturer

This posting establishes and maintains a pool of part-time lecturers with experience teaching graduate Psychopharmacology, Neuroscience, Medical Science, and Psychology courses for the Masters of Clinical Psychopharmacology in the Department of Psychology in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Colorado Denver. By submitting your application, you will become part of an applicant pool.

Candidates hired from this pool will fill temporary, non-tenure track positions. The teaching load for this lecturer position is a maximum of 2 courses per semester. Appointments will be part-time (less than 50%) and will be made semester-by-semester, depending on the needs of the department and subject to budgetary approval.

Therefore, this posting does not necessarily reflect a current open position. The Department of Psychology will contact you if an opening matches your qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and lead a course integrating scientific and applied clinical aspects of the topic material to meet MSCP requirements for the state of Colorado and APA

• Lead class lectures, discussions, and develop assessments

• Maintain gradebook and assignments via Canvas

• Maintain availability for students via email

The MSCP program is the first and only in Colorado to help train psychologists in clinical psychopharmacology and the degree that may lead to prescribing psychologist licensure. It is an exciting and dynamic time in the department and we are looking forward to growing this critical health program.

The Downtown Campus is located in one of America's most vibrant urban centers, just steps from the Denver Center for Performing Arts, the LoDo District and the state capitol. On both campuses, students, staff and faculty have access to a broad array of academic, professional, community, recreational and cultural opportunities.

The University of Colorado Denver is the state's premier public urban research university and equity-serving institution. Globally connected and locally invested, CU Denver partners with future-focused learners and communities to design accessible, relevant, transformative educational experiences for every stage of life and career.

Across eight schools and colleges in the heart of downtown Denver, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges through boundary-breaking innovation and impactful research and creative work. As part of the state's largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and annual economic impact of more than $800 million. For more information, visit www.ucdenver.edu.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

This posting will establish and maintain a pool of part-time lecturers with experience teaching Psychology courses for Masters of Clinical Psychopharmacology in designated fields of the discipline. By submitting your application, you will become part of an applicant pool.

This posting does not necessarily reflect a current open position. The department will contact you if there is an opening that suits your qualifications.

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as:

$2,000 per credit hour for MSCP courses which is $6000 for a 3 credit online graduate level course.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

The University of Colorado Denver is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting diverse faculty and staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding.

We encourage applications from Black, Indigenous, and people of color, women, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ community, and veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equity in education and employment.

The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical, research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment..

As of 7/1/2023, The University of Colorado recommends employees be fully vaccinated from the COVID-19, but is not required. COVID recommendations and information can be found at: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Education: Depending on the course, doctoral level preparation (PhD, PsyD, MD, DNP, etc) in the course topic (or closely related field) is required for didactic courses.

• For clinically applied courses, proof of training, preparation, and/or licensure in the course topic (or closely related field) is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience: Teaching experience, particularly experience with online or intensive courses is desired.

• Special Skills: MSCP degrees and/or licensure as a prescribing psychologist is desirable but not required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to teach online if required

• Ability to teach adult, professional learners

• Facility with online course management platforms such as Canvas