Assistant/Associate Professor of Instruction (NTT), Counseling

University of Akron; Akron (OH); Sur place; USD 80 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The University of Akron School of Counseling seeks a qualified candidate for a faculty position focused on Marriage and Family Therapy. The role emphasizes teaching, supervision of MFT graduate students, and scholarly activity in a COAMFTE- and CACREP-accredited program.

Applicants should demonstrate experience in instruction, supervision, and a commitment to ethical, counselor-education excellence. Collaboration within a diverse university community and engagement with professional associations

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate degree in Marriage and Family Therapy; ABD considered with certificate that defense is scheduled may be required.
• Experience working with MFT graduate students in instruction, clinical supervision, and/or scholarly activities.
• Licensed or license-eligible as an Independent Marriage and Family Therapist (IMFT) or IMFT-S in Ohio.

Connaissances

Graduate student supervision

Instruction

Clinical supervision

Scholarly activities

Formation

Doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy

Description du poste

The UA School of Counseling houses masters programs in Marriage & Family Therapy accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE) and in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).

The School of Counseling has as its mission the goal of training students who:

• Display a respect for human dignity.

• Exhibit a commitment to fulfillment of their individual potential.

• Show an understanding of educational and counseling processes with knowledge in their specific field of endeavor.

• Apply ethical and competent behavior in the use of counseling skills.

• Acquire and use knowledge of the roles and functions of others working in related fields.

• Possess and display maturity in self-development.

• Understand issues and trends of a multicultural and diverse society.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Earned doctorate degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. ABD will be considered but a doctorate degree must be conferred prior to the position start date (including follow-up confirmation from the dissertation chairperson stating that the dissertation defense has been scheduled may be required);
• Experience working with Marriage and Family Therapy graduate students in instruction, clinical supervision, and/or scholarly activities;
• Licensed or license eligible as an Independent Marriage and Family Therapist (IMFT) or Independent Marriage and Family Therapist with Supervisor Designation (IMFT-S) in the State of Ohio.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Doctoral degree in Marriage and family Therapy from the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE);
• (AAMFT Approved Supervisor or Supervisor in Training;
• Involvement in or affiliation with professional Marriage and Family Therapy organizations (e.g., AAMFT, AFTA, state-level associations and/or subdivisions);
• Involvement in Marriage and Family Therapy accreditation related activities;
• Successful use of technology in in-person, hybrid, and online instruction and/or clinical supervision.

Subject to Collective Bargaining Agreement Requirements.

Additional Position Information:

Application Deadline : Review of applicants will begin November 14, 2026.

Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt):

United States of America (Exempt)

Union Affiliation (if applicable):

American Association of University Professors

For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:

Derek Brown (Private)

Email:

[e-mail]

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Non-Discrimination Statement

The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

State of Residence Statement

It is the expectation of the University of Akron that allwork performed as an employee ofthe University will be performed in Ohio.