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Specialist in the Department of Counseling, Clinical, and School Psychology (CCSP)
Position overview
Position title: SpecialistApplication Window
Open date: July 16, 2025
Next review date: Wednesday, Jul 30, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Friday, Oct 31, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
The Department of Counseling, Clinical, and School Psychology (CCSP) at UC Santa Barbara invites applications for a Specialist with expertise in Developmental Psychology to support interdisciplinary initiatives designed to improve developmental, behavioral, and mental health equity and service delivery. This position will provide comprehensive research and evaluation support on projects focused on preparing graduate students and mental health practitioners to promote the developmental, behavioral, and mental health of youth in high-need and underserved communities.
The Specialist will collaborate with faculty, project staff, students, and community stakeholders to advance developmental and school psychology research with an emphasis on equity, early intervention, culturally responsive care, and interdisciplinary training. This is an opportunity to contribute to high-impact initiatives that are shaping the future of the behavioral health workforce in education and allied health.
Primary Responsibilities:
Support research design, data collection, and data analysis for interdisciplinary projects, including mixed-methods evaluations and longitudinal tracking of program outcomes.
Assist in the development, implementation, and refinement of tools for evaluating training effectiveness; developmental, behavioral, and mental health outcomes; and service delivery innovations.
Conduct literature reviews and contribute to scholarly dissemination activities including manuscripts, presentations, and policy briefs.
Coordinate research compliance activities, including IRB submissions and data management procedures in accordance with ethical and legal standards.
Maintain accurate records of project data, participant progress, and trainee outcomes (e.g., degree completion, credential / license completion, employment placement).
Collaborate with project faculty, staff, and external partners (e.g., high-need school districts, community mental health agencies, and other sites) to support project implementation and continuous quality improvement.
Assist in the preparation of progress reports and grant submissions to funding agencies.
Supervise and mentor undergraduate or graduate research assistants as needed.
Qualifications
PhD in Developmental Psychology or related field
10 years post PhD completion of relevant research/evaluation experience
At least 20 years of relevant research experience in developmental psychology.
Proficiency in research software and statistical analysis tools (e.g., SPSS, R, Qualtrics).
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a research-intensive environment.
Experience with research on youth in community and/or school-based interventions, or interdisciplinary initiatives.
Familiarity with federal grant reporting requirements.
Strong writing skills for scholarly and technical audiences.
Experience working with culturally, linguistically, and racially diverse populations, particularly in school or community-based settings.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work collaboratively across teams and with community stakeholders.
Adaptability and initiative in a dynamic, mission-driven research environment.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
- 2-3 required (contact information only)
Letter of references will be solicited for all candidates who advance to interview.
Help contact: aaron.ballett@ucsb.edu
About UC Santa Barbara
As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.
- “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination as defined by the employer.
- UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
- UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, students and third parties
- APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
Additionally, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.