Jacksonville State University
Assistant/Associate Professor, Professional Counseling and Leadership
Jacksonville State University’s College of Education and Professional Studies is seeking to hire a scholar for an Assistant or Associate Professor in the Department of Professional Counseling and Leadership.
The Assistant/Associate Professor of Professional Counseling and Leadership is responsible for instructional work to facilitate student comprehension and application of concepts, skills, and behaviors that contribute to the development of mature, able and responsible members of society. This position exists to provide educational services to graduate students. The instructor is required to teach courses within his/her concentration area on campus and online.
This position requires the following:
- Doctorate in field specific to School and/or Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Preference may be given to applicants who possess the following:
- Experience with the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
Applicants will be required to submit a cover letter, resume or CV, teaching philosophy and unofficial transcripts to complete their application.
This position has an anticipated start date of August 1, 2025.
Founded in 1883, Jacksonville State University is a learning-centered university in Jacksonville, Alabama, whose mission is to provide distinctive educational, cultural, and social experiences for a diverse student population.
Located in the Appalachian foothills of northeast Alabama, midway between Birmingham and Atlanta, JSU is home to more than 9,900 students representing 63 countries. As a learning-centered university, it strives to challenge students academically in a responsive environment, meeting their educational, career and personal goals. As an academic institution, it seeks to produce broadly educated graduates prepared for global engagement. As a public, comprehensive university, it promotes excellence in scholarly and service activities consistent with its academic and professional strengths. For a complete list of Goals, Core Values and Strategies to fulfill this Mission, go to the JSU Strategic Plan home page.
Academically JSU offers 101 academic programs and concentrations, including bachelor's, master's, post-baccalaureate, doctoral and advanced certificate programs in a variety of disciplines that prepare graduates for meaningful careers and ongoing education. More than 40 online programs are offered. The University features six colleges on its 459-acre campus – Arts, Humanities, and Sciences; Business and Industry; Education and Professional Studies; Health Professions and Wellness; Social and Behavioral Sciences and Library. Most academic programs have discipline-specific accreditations, a reflection of their quality and JSU’s commitment to excellence.
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