Assistant Research Professor –Implementation Science

Description

The Veldman Family Psychology Clinic and the Shaw Center for Children and Families at the University of Notre Dame seeks an Assistant Research Professor (non-tenure track) with expertise in implementation science. We are interested in individuals whose work is designed to advance the uptake of evidence-based interventions in community and clinical care settings, with a particular focus on children and families. We are especially interested in candidates whose work aligns well with areas of strategic growth: dissemination of scalable interventions to improve access to care; implementation efforts to serve vulnerable populations; global dissemination and implementation science work; and sustainability of evidence-based care. We also value candidates with research expertise that aligns with our affiliated tenure track faculty in the Department of Psychology, as well as methodological and design expertise. We seek candidates with a strong collaborative orientation towards team science, an active publication record, and a history of extramural funding.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates will hold a doctoral degree in a relevant field and have substantial experience in dissemination and/or implementation science research. Candidates should also have a strong publication record and a history of extramural funding. This faculty position will be expected to collaborate/support external grant submissions and research projects led by existing faculty within the Veldman Family Psychology Clinic and Shaw Center for Children and Families. The candidate will also be encouraged to develop/continue their own externally funded independent research program and support the training of staff, graduate students, and postdoctoral fellows.

This position will have guaranteed full funding as a Research Assistant Professor for up to 4 years. In Year 5 and thereafter, the position will be funded at 80% and the candidate will be responsible for supporting 20% through grants and contracts, either as collaborators or PIs of externally funded projects.

Application Instructions

The position can begin as soon as January 1, 2026 (start date negotiable). To guarantee full consideration, applications must be received by 10/08/2025, but review of applications will continue until the position is filled. For questions, contact Kristin Valentino, Search Committee Chair, at kristin.valentino@nd.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.

Background Check 

This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597.