Assistant/Associate Professor

Assistant/Associate Professor

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Position Information

Posting Number - F1060P

Position Title - Assistant/Associate Professor

Position Type - Faculty

Department - Department of C R I T - Troy

Division - College of Education and Behavioral Sciences

Campus - Troy

Faculty Rank

If Faculty position - 12 Month

Is this position tenure track or non-tenure track? - Tenure Track

Work Status - Full-Time (FT)

Temporary - No

Location - Troy - T01

Job Summary - The Assistant Professor/Associate Professor position in the College of Education is a tenure-track faculty role within the Department of Counseling, Rehabilitation, and Interpreter Training. This position also serves as the Coordinator of Rehabilitation, providing leadership and oversight for the rehabilitation counseling program. The role presents an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and growing counseling program, preparing the next generation of professionals through teaching, mentorship, research, and program coordination. Faculty members in this role are responsible for teaching online graduate courses in rehabilitation and clinical mental health counseling, coordinating and supporting the rehabilitation counseling program, conducting and publishing scholarly research, and engaging in service to the department, university, and broader professional community. Key responsibilities include providing academic advising and mentorship to graduate students, supervising practicum and internship students, and managing essential administrative duties such as course scheduling, student recruitment, maintaining office hours, and participating in faculty meetings. Faculty are also expected to proctor and grade comprehensive examinations, attend regional faculty meetings, and actively contribute to the advancement of CACREP-accredited programs. This role is well-suited for individuals who are passionate about counselor education and committed to professional excellence. The position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of the counseling profession through high-quality instruction, meaningful mentorship, and impactful research. Candidates who are dedicated to fostering student success and advancing the field of counseling are encouraged to apply.

In Class Teaching Percentage

Online Teaching Percentage

Minimum Qualifications - 1. Earned doctorate in counselor education from a CACREP-accredited program or an accredited institution with a strong commitment to CACREP standards. 2. Licensed or license-eligible as a professional counselor (LPC) or certified rehabilitation counselor (CRC). 3. Demonstrated ability to engage in research and scholarly publication in counseling or related fields.

Preferred Qualifications - 1. Experience with CACREP accreditation processes and expectations. 2. Higher education teaching experience in a counselor education program. 3. Direct clinical experience as a clinical mental health counselor or rehabilitation counselor. 4. Eligibility for licensure as a professional counselor (LPC) in the state of Alabama.

Will this position require driving (personal vehicle, university vehicle, utility vehicle, or golf cart) in order to perform the job duties? - Driving may be necessary but is not a primary responsibility

Work Hours - Based on teaching schedules and departmental needs.

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position - NA

Does this position have supervisory responsibility? - No

Posting Date - 03/30/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled - Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Academic Term Position Will Begin - Fall 2026

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Reference Letters

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Supplemental Questions

1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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3. * Do you have an earned doctorate degree in counselor education from a CACREP-accredited program or an accredited institution with a strong commitment to CACREP standards?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Are you licensed or license-eligible as a professional counselor (LPC) or certified rehabilitation counselor (CRC)?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. List of References
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. Teaching Philosophy
5. Unofficial Transcript 1

1. Letter of Reference 1
2. Letter of Reference 2
3. Letter of Reference 3
4. Unofficial Transcript 2
5. Unofficial Transcript 3
6. Other Document