Description

UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO DENVER

School of Education and Human Development

Human Development and Family Relations

Clinical Assistant Professor of Family Diversity, Human Development, and Social Justice

Faculty Position

Position #351000, Requisition #24322

The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date.  Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at:

Anschutz: https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider284/default-document-library/3000-general-admission/3012---covid-19-vaccination-requirement-and-compliance.pdf?sfvrsn=4e9df3ba_2

Denver: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus

Exemptions vary by campus location/department.

Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:

Anschutz Campus – Exemptions are allowed for medical or religious reasons.Denver Campus - Exemptions are allowed for medical, religious, or personal reasons.Consolidated/Central Services Administration – Will follow Anschutz policy on exemptions.

The University of Colorado Denver seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment.  We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds

The School of Education & Human Development at the University of Colorado Denver is seeking nominations and applications for the position of Clinical Assistant Professor in Human Development and Family Relations. 

The HDFR program is committed to a curriculum rich in family diversity and social justice and ecological systems base human development. The HDFR Program is the first of its kind in the United States to offer bilingual (Spanish and English) HDFR course work.  The HDFR Program is a National Council on Family Relations Certified Family Life Education Program (CFLE). The HDFR Program has also developed one of the newest PhD Programs in North America.  The PhD Program focuses on diverse families and social justice, immigration and migration, family social inequalities and advanced ecological human development and family relations.

The School of Education & Human Development (SEHD) is a leading school of education, providing national expertise on educational issues and socially-just solutions for urban and diverse communities. The SEHD has taken a leadership role in preparing professionals to work in diverse schools, agencies and related settings. The SEHD emphasizes working with multiple types of collaborative partnerships including PK-12 schools, local communities, businesses, government agencies, private foundations, and other universities and colleges. The SEHD was ranked 85^th nationally in 2021-22 by US News and World Report.

The University of Colorado Denver is one of four campuses in the University of Colorado System. As Colorado’s only public urban research university, CU Denver educates a student body with varied backgrounds through quality academics, ambitious research, creative work, and civic engagement in the city we call home. The university is located in downtown Denver, home to a diverse community (32% Latinx, 11% African American), and the university’s 15,000+ students reflect this diversity.  Half of all freshmen are first generation and 42% of the total student body are BIPOC. We offer 100+ degree programs through our eight schools and colleges: College of Architecture and Planning, College of Arts & Media, Business School, School of Education & Human Development, College of Engineering, Design and Computing, Graduate School, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and School of Public Affairs. We attract students who are passionate about careers in teaching and mental health. We match their passion with an education that is rooted in equity and diversity, technology, proven approaches, and real-world practice.

The university recently completed an ambitious Strategic Plan that repositions CU Denver to be a public urban research university that works for all: learners of all kinds and at all stages of life, industries and employers that need talent ready to hit the ground running, and communities requiring new solutions and discoveries. The SEHD at CU Denver attracts students who are passionate about careers in education and mental health, and we match their passion with an education that is rooted in diversity, technology, proven approaches and real-world practice.

About CU Denver

Rank: Clinical Assistant Professor 

Position Start Date: August 15, 2022  

Major Responsibilities:

- Teach face-to-face, hybrid, remote and online undergraduate and graduate courses in the Human Development and Family Relations (HDFR) program.

- Infuse family diversity issues and social justice in all undergraduate and graduate level courses.

- Promote the expansion of the program's inclusion of and connection with members of Denver's diverse communities. 

- Participate in faculty meetings; provide committee service in the HDFR program in the School of Education and Human Development. 

Employment Conditions: 

This is a full-time (9-month) academic year clinical teaching position. Opportunity for summer teaching is available. 

Salary and Benefits:

The salary range for this position has been established at $70,000 to $75,000

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

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. 

The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at Employee Services.

University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background checks for all new employees prior to their employment.

The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. Alternative formats of this ad are available upon request for persons with disabilities.

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.

Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits.

Total Compensation Calculator: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/total-compensation

Diversity and Equity:

Please click here for information on disability accommodations: https://www1.ucdenver.edu/offices/human-resources/employee-relations-performance/ada-compliance

Office of Equity: https://www1.ucdenver.edu/offices/equity

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications: 

A doctorate in Human Development and Family Science or closely related Family Studies/Relations discipline. ABD candidates will be considered and would be hired into a Senior Instructor position (at a different salary range) until proof of doctorate is provided.

An academic background with an emphasis in family diversity and ecological systems based human development.

Demonstrated potential for teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in family diversity and social justice, family relations, family dynamics, ecological systems based human development and the general CFLE curriculum.

Commitment to the professional fields of Human Development and Family Science as evidenced by education, teaching and field experience, and professional affiliations such as the National Council on Family Relations, Family Science Association, American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences, the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy and other organizations.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications: 

Demonstrated competencies/success in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in family diversity and social justice, family relations, family dynamics, ecological systems based human development and the general CFLE curriculum.

Demonstrated evidence or potential of working with culturally diverse families as it relates to social justice issues in teaching and service.
Experience working with graduate and undergraduate students in instruction and mentoring activities.

Eligible or potential to qualify for the Certification in Family Life Education (CFLE).   

Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Denver
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Jan 10, 2022
Unposting Date: Ongoing