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Department

College of Medicine, Student Affairs/Admissions

Responsibilities

The FSU College of Medicine (COM) Office of Student Counseling Services provides psychological and educational support services to graduate students in the Medicine, Physician Assistant, Bridge to Medicine, and Biomedical Sciences programs.

The faculty psychologist will be responsible for providing individual therapy and personal counseling to matriculated students for general mental health concerns, adjustment disorders, personal stressors, and the promotion of well-being; for advising students and developing strategies to address academic deficiencies and to facilitate academic success; for the initial evaluation, screening, and referral as appropriate of matriculated students for psychiatric care; and for developing and managing a network of referral relationships with qualified practitioners who can provide additional services for students if required. All services are provided on-site in the FSU COM via in-person or telehealth scheduled appointments. 

As faculty, the incumbent will be expected to be active in teaching, clinical service, and research consistent with the College of Medicine's mission.

Qualifications

• Applicants must hold a doctoral degree from an American Psychological Association (APA)-approved counseling or clinical psychology program to include an APA-approved pre-doctoral internship and Florida licensure as a psychologist, or eligibility to obtain within 90 days of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in counseling or clinical psychology, with a minimum of one year of post-doctoral clinical experience in individual and group counseling, to include psychological assessments, and/or consultations.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Preference given to candidates with postdoctoral work experience with college students or with young adults in a health science setting and/or experience providing academic support services.
• Doctorate level training in the science of learning, including educational psychology or school psychology.

Helpful Information

Who is an ideal candidate for the role?

This role is ideal for a team-oriented candidate looking for an opportunity to work in a small office with three psychologists and one administrative support employee in a collaborative environment. The candidate must enjoy and be passionate about providing clinical services to the graduate student population, which includes not only therapy services but also academic support services.

What is a typical day?

A typical day primarily involves provision of direct service (academic and/or mental health support) to College of Medicine graduate students in individual appointments. Some group services may be provided in either an academic or therapy context. This faculty position also includes a small percentage of scholarly and teaching responsibilities. 

Contact Info

Nicki W. Taylor, Ph.D.

850-645-3479

nicki.taylor@med.fsu.edu

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://hr.fsu.edu/facultyjobs. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.

Considerations

This is a Faculty position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

The is a non-tenure earning position.

There is no remote work option for this position.

This position is being advertised as open until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.