• Assistant Professor, Teaching, Counselor Education

    Wayne State University (Detroit, MI)


    Assistant Professor, Teaching, Counselor Education

     

    Wayne State University is searching for an experiencedAssistant Professor, Teaching, Counselor Educationat its Detroit campus location.

     

    Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

    The Wayne State University Community:

    Wayne State University is classified as a "doctoral university: very high research activity" by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. We are located in Midtown (https://www.midtowndetroitinc.org/) Detroit, the city center and one of the country's fastest-growing neighborhoods, which welcomes more than 2.5 million visitors annually. Here, you'll find 200 acres of green space, walking paths and state-of-the-art facilities surrounded by renowned cultural institutions and industry-leading employers.

    Position Purpose:

    The College of Education,Department of Theoretical & Behavior Foundationsis seeking qualified candidates for a full-time,non-tenure track appointment as Assistant Professor of Teachingfor Counselor Education.

    Essential Functions:

    Instructor of record for graduate level courses in Counseling Education.

     

    Academic advising for graduate students, including chairing and being a member of dissertation committees.

     

    Service to the program, college, university, and community

     

    Teaching load of 4:4

     

    Participate in area and college meetings and committees.

     

    Maintain standard office hours.

     

    Teach courses both online and in person.

     

    Demonstrate a commitment to and a willingness to work in a multicultural setting.

     

    Demonstrate a commitment to participating in program governance and decision-making.

     

    Be responsible for and appropriately use any startup funding within College and University policies.

     

    Maintain credentials according to accrediting standards.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    We are seeking a teacher-scholar whose work extends and strengthens the expertise of current faculty.

     

    Applicants must have earned a doctorate degree (preferably from a CACREP program).

     

    The ideal candidate should be a strong teacher/educator who enjoys teaching, advising and mentoring of students.

     

    The search committee is also interested in a candidate who has some background in research and would be interested in working collaboratively on research projects and grant writing.

     

    Important review criteria include evidence of a commitment to working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and an eagerness to embody the mission of the College of Education.

     

    The search committee is especially interested in candidates who, through their research, teaching, and/or service will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

     

    Wayne State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

     

    The candidate should be willing to serve on committees throughout the Department, College, University, and Community at-large.

     

    The candidate should be willing to be an active member in State, Regional, and National professional organizations (ACA, ACES, ASCA, etc.).

    Application Process:

    All applicants must use the WSU Online Hiring System at http://jobs.wayne.edu, referring to Position Req #2290 . Electronic applications must include a cover letter; curriculumvita (CV); names and contact information for at least three references; and 2 to 3 representative publications/papers for review. The search committee will begin reviewing applications and continue until the position is filled with an anticipated start date ofAugust 18, 2025.

    Inquiries about the position may be directed to the chair of the search committee:

    Dr. Thomas Michalos,[email protected]

     

    Program Coordinator, Counselor Education

    Inquiries about the application portal or logistics may be directed to:

    Lei Juan Annetta [email protected]

     

    We strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, without regard to race/color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

    School/College/Division:

    H02 - College of Education

    Primary department:

    H0251 - Theoretical & Behavioral Foundations

    Employment type:

    + Regular Employee

    + Job type: Full Time

    + Job category: Academic/Faculty

    Funding/salary information:

    + Compensation type: Annual Salary

    + Annual Salary: To Be Determined

    Working conditions:

    Normal faculty environment

    Job openings:

    + Number of openings: 1

    + Reposted position: No

    Background check requirements:

    University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

    Equal employment opportunity statement:

    Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, familial status, marital status, height, weight, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The university welcomes applications from persons with disabilities and veterans. Wayne State is an equal opportunity employer.