Position Title: Faculty (Clinical faculty, Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor) for M.S. in Child Life
Position Tracking Number: #F658
School/College: School of Health Sciences | College of Nursing and Health Sciences
Department: Child Life
Location: Azusa
About APU: Azusa Pacific University is a comprehensive Christian university located 26 miles northeast of Los Angeles, California. As a leading Christian university in California, Azusa Pacific University grounds rigorous academics on a solid spiritual foundation. APU is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as an R2 Doctoral University, recognizing APU’s high level of research activity. A leader in the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities, APU is committed to excellence in higher education.
Description: Full-time 12-month faculty position in the Department of Child Life.
The Department of Child Life seeks a full-time faculty person with a specialization in Child Life. All applicants must hold Child Life Specialist certification and clinical supervisor qualifications (minimum of 4000 hours of patient care). The MS Child Life faculty are primarily responsible for teaching courses in the area of Child Life, mentoring thesis projects, advising child life students, and other duties as assigned by the Department Chair. Candidates seeking appointment as an Assistant, Associate, or Full professor are also expected to maintain an active service and research/scholarship program.
Specialization:
- Child Life Specialist certification and clinical supervisor qualifications (minimum of 4000 hours of patient care).
Responsibilities:
- Teaching, mentoring, research/scholarship, university community service.
- Take an active role in Child Life professional organizations and serve as a professional advocate promoting the interests and advancement of CLS.
- Serve as clinical supervisor to students at local and international service delivery sites.
- Participate as a full and integral member of the Department of Child Life faculty.
- Other duties, as assigned by the Chair.
Level:
- Clinical faculty or Assistant professor eligible with M.S. in Child Life, certification as Child Life Specialist required. Associate and Full Professor eligible with Ph.D.
Qualifications:
- Must possess an M.S. in Child Life or affiliated degree, certification as a Child Life Specialist, and a minimum of 4000 clinical hours.
Experience:
- Demonstrated breadth and depth of experience in Child Life Services and a strong Christian commitment are required.
Workload:
- Full-time Faculty, 12-month position. Teach undergraduate and graduate courses, mentor and advise students, conduct research and/or clinical services, and participate in university service and leadership.
Hire Date: Open until filled.
Mental Demands:
- Ability to integrate Christian values in all aspects.
- Ability to engage in critical thinking and exercise independent judgment.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage confidential information.
- Ability to collaborate with other faculty and staff and maintain collegial relations.
- Self-starter, ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form.
Compensation: $66,560 to $125,460 is the annual salary for this role and reflects what Azusa Pacific University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.
Additional Information: Candidates must align with Azusa Pacific University's Christian identity. Faculty members are expected to sign a Statement of Faith, adhere to the policies outlined in the Faculty Handbook, and integrate the Christian faith in teaching and scholarship.
Azusa Pacific University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Application Procedure: To apply, visit http://www.apu.edu/cp/employment/. Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled.
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