Art Therapy Graduate Research Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Art Therapy Faculty and Graduate Research Coordinator

Reports to: Current Graduate Program Director

Annual Salary: $72,000-$75,000

Type of Position: Full-time, Tenure Track Faculty

Job Description:

Notre Dame of Maryland University (NDMU) in Baltimore is seeking applicants for a full-time, tenure-track, 12-month Faculty member and Graduate Research Coordinator in the Art Therapy department , beginning Fall 2026.

The Graduate Art Therapy Program Research Coordinator would teach six courses per academic year. Courses may include, but not be exclusive to, those leading to and through the thesis/research process: Research Methods and Thesis Seminar. Graduate Art Therapy Program Research Coordinator would be responsible for coordinating and supporting the process of student research, IRB engagement, and thesis capstone work, reporting on progress and outcomes to the Graduate Program Director.

The CAAHEP accredited MA in Art Therapy Program at NDMU is a traditional, in-person program. The position will assist with annual accreditation reporting as needed. They will also be expected to be engaged in their own scholarship/professional activities, as well as to serve on school and University committees.

Notre Dame is a vibrant liberal arts institution with a longstanding commitment to responsibly building and sustaining local and regional community partnerships with whom students may be of meaningful service and with whom they may learn. With such a charge, faculty across all schools and programs comprising the University provide a high degree of individualized attention to students and continual program development. The department seeks to welcome a colleague who values the above, as well as values working in a teaching-oriented liberal arts and sciences environment, and has a particular interest in collaborative scholarly work with students. Faculty are expected to be deeply involved in the life of the University, including advising students, supporting the work of faculty committees, and participating in major University events.

Requirements:

This position must be filled by an art therapist who holds: an MA in Art Therapy (or PhD); an ATR-BC (Registered and Board-Certified Art Therapist, or currently eligible for BC), and licensure (or eligibility for licensure) in the State of Maryland as an art therapist (LCPAT)

Candidate should also demonstrate: Professional Art Therapy practice within the past 5 years;

Active participation in state, national, and local professional organizations; Evidence of continuing scholarly work and research agenda

All NDMU faculty members must have demonstrated ability in teaching across varied course delivery modes, and they must be comfortable with online learning systems. Faculty are expected to be on-campus regularly. Prior college-level teaching experience is expected.

Additional Information:

Non-Discrimination Policy:

Notre Dame of Maryland University does not discriminate in its educational and employment policies on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, sex, age, disability, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, or protected veteran's status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policy: Greg FitzGerald, Chief of Staff, Notre Dame of Maryland University, 4701 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21210, View phone number on us.fitly.work.

For all other employment inquiries, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on us.fitly.work or View email address on us.fitly.work.

Notre Dame of Maryland University is an EEO/AA employer.

Application Instructions:

All applicants MUST include:

1. Curriculum vitae
2. Brief statement of teaching philosophy
3. Sample Portfolio
4. Student teaching evaluation results, if available
5. A statement of research interests
6. Name and contact information for three references

Review of applications will begin upon receipt. Applications must be submitted via Interview Exchange.