Assistant Professor of Counselor Education, Clinical Title Series

Earned doctorate in Rehabilitation Education/Counselor Education or related field from a CACREP-accredited program.

N/A

CRC (eligible) and Kentucky LPCC (eligible)

The Counselor Education Program in the Department of Early Childhood, Special Education, and Counselor Education (EDSCE) in the College of Education at the University of Kentucky invites applications for an assistant professor position in Counselor Education, clinical title series. This position is not tenure eligible. The appointment is a nine-month appointment, effective August 16, 2025.

The Counselor Education Program is a program with specialties in Rehabilitation Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling for distance learning at the master’s level, Counselor Education and Supervision at the doctoral level, and Interdisciplinary Disability Studies at the undergraduate level. The Counselor Education graduate programs are CACREP-accredited. Faculty provide exceptional education and training to all our students and affirm professional identities. Clinical title faculty members within the EDSCE department are highly valued, significantly contribute to teaching and training within the program, and serve in important leadership roles within the department.

The individual chosen for this position must meet the following minimum criteria:

Responsibilities include the following: Perform teaching duties as a clinical assistant professor; conduct clinical supervision if needed; provide service to the Counselor Education program; the Department of Early Childhood, Special Education, and Counselor Education (EDSCE); the College of Education; and the University of Kentucky. The individual is expected to teach four courses each semester and advise students across the master’s programs. Additional responsibilities may include participating in curriculum assessment and development, contributing to program administration, and providing service to community and professional organizations.

The Rehabilitation Counseling program is ranked in the top ten programs in the country by U.S. News and World Report. The University of Kentucky is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants are eligible for a generous benefits package as a University of Kentucky faculty member with diverse rewards, focusing on your total well-being. Additional information and updates to benefits can be found at: https://www.uky.edu/hr/benefits

Interested applicants should include:

Questions regarding the position may be directed to Counselor Education Search Committee Co-Chairs Dr. Debra Harley (debra.harley@uky.edu) or Dr. Keith B. Wilson (keithbwilson@uky.edu).

Review of applications begins October 23, 2024.

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As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.