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Position Information
Posting Number ******** Position Title Clinical Assistant Professor-Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology - Fall 2024 State WI, IL, or DC Employment Status Full Time Position Status Regular If Limited Term (End Date of Assignment, Project, or Grant) Position Type Faculty Job Family Faculty Position Overview
The Department of Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology (CECP) at Marquette University is seeking candidates for one non-tenure track Clinical Assistant Professor faculty position for our online Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. The position begins August 2024. Candidates must be able to teach synchronous and asynchronous graduate-level counseling courses with a focus on clinical mental health counseling. Faculty are eligible to work in a remote capacity and are not required to relocate to Milwaukee, WI.
Situated in the College of Education, CECP consists of fifteen faculty members and offers on-campus and online master's degrees in Clinical Mental Health and School Counseling (see Marquette University is a Catholic, Jesuit University with 8,100 undergraduate and 3,500 graduate and professional students across a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs. We seek candidates who understand and respect the University's Jesuit Mission Statement, which can be found at
Marquette University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity and equity for all individuals including age, culture, faith, ethnicity, race, gender, sexual orientation, language, disability, and social class ( The university is located in urban Milwaukee, a large and ethnically diverse city. The university and department support community engagement in teaching, research, and service.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direction of the department Chair the individual will perform some or all of the following duties:
Teach synchronous and asynchronous graduate courses in clinical mental health counseling
Facilitate and teach an approved course of study with measurable objectives and student outcomes for the course taught
Instruct, manage, and supervise individuals and groups online and through D2L Brightspace using accepted, appropriate instructional methods
Contribute to Counselor Education programs through participation in curriculum development, assessment, and other program activities. Evaluate student learning using appropriate assessment methods in the Department of Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology program evaluation system
In collaboration with the Department of Digital Learning and CECP, update course content based on student feedback, instructional effectiveness, and emerging best practices based on our department guidelines
Maintain and submit accurate and current records on D2L Brightspace concerning student accountability, attendance, and performance
Support the department's mission related to racial and social justice and engaging with communities that are underserved.
Effectively and accurately participate in the Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology assessment and accreditation (i.e., CACREP) process, including gathering and reviewing required materials
Advise students individually and in group formats throughout the calendar year
While summer teaching options are available, faculty will be expected to continue to contribute to the program over the summer activities such as advising and interviewing prospective students.
Communicate concerns about student behavior to Director of Counselor Education or Department Chair
Maintain a student-oriented approach to online education; participate in new course development and course redevelopment
Maintain currency and improve professionally in the content and pedagogy of courses taught
Develop positive relationships with colleagues and support collegiality
Uphold professional and ethical standards and adhere to University policies and procedures
Perform other duties as assigned.
Instructors are expected to:
* Teach courses in a synchronous and asynchronous format focused on clinical mental health counseling methods, theories, assessment, research methods, and other core courses important to counseling practice (note: all synchronous sessions are scheduled based on the Central Standard Time Zone)
* Applicants who have the ability to teach additional specialty courses such as trauma, addictions, child and adolescent counseling or advanced diagnosis and treatment will be preferred
* Teaching responsibilities include, but are not limited to, engaging and supporting students during the week, student academic advising, answering emails in a timely manner, guiding live synchronous discussion and group work and counseling skills training, and guiding asynchronous discussions
* Develop and prepare teaching materials (ability to organize, analyze, and present knowledge or materials) to respond to student needs
* Manage content on D2L Brightspace course website
* Participant in new course development and redevelopment
* Respond promptly to student questions or concerns
* Compile, administer, and grade written assignments, projects and examinations through D2L Brightspace
* Maintain records of student performance on D2L Brightspace
* Remain current with new trends and development in field of clinical mental health counseling and related ethics and legal issues
* The teaching load per semester would typically be four courses per semester
* Advise students individually and in group formats throughout the year
* While summer teaching options are available, faculty will be expected to continue to contribute to the program over the summer activities such as advising and interviewing prospective students.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Graduation from an accredited institution with a doctoral degree in counselor education, professional psychology or a related educational field or have completed most doctoral program requirements and the doctoral dissertation will be completed within a year of beginning employment; have experience in clinical mental health counseling.
Knowledge of content and skills for clinical mental health counseling methods.
The ability to teach core knowledge and skills for clinical mental health counseling.
Excellent communication skills and ability to relate well with students and colleagues.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Graduation from an accredited institution with a doctoral degree in counselor education, professional psychology or a related educational field; have extensive experience in clinical mental health counseling.
Successful college/university level synchronous and asynchronous teaching experiences
Extensive and thorough knowledge of subject matter and course content of classes to be taught.
Ability to facilitate live, virtual classes. Instruction may include both an asynchronous and synchronous instructional format.
Ability to work well with people and relate effectively with students, colleagues, and administration.
Ability and willingness to follow written and oral procedures and instructions.
Skill in written and oral communication
Department College of Education Posting Date 01/17/2024 Closing Date 07/31/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should submit a letter of interest detailing their fit with the required and preferred knowledge and skills, a curriculum vita, a copy of graduate transcripts (official copy will be required prior to any contract offer), and three professional references (letters will be required upon request). Applicants currently completing doctoral studies are to provide the name and contact information of their doctoral advisor. Questions about this position may be directed to Alan Burkard, Ph.D., Department Chair and Professor, Department of Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology, College of Education, Marquette University; email contact: . Marquette is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
EOE Statement
It is the policy of Marquette University to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or state-protected classification.
Required Documents
Required Documents
* Cover Letter/Letter of Application
* Curriculum Vitae
* Unofficial Transcripts
* References
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