Assistant Professor of Psychology - Clinical/Counseling

Aurora University; Aurora (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Tuition Exchange

403(b) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Aurora University is seeking an Assistant Professor of Psychology in Clinical/Counseling to design and teach in a newly developed MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. The position is tenure track, with plans for CACREP accreditation and enrollment starting in 2028.

The role requires a Doctorate in Counselor Education, teaching across graduate and undergraduate levels, and active participation in service and scholarship. Hybrid or remote work will be considered.

Qualifications

• Prior teaching and curricular development experience preferred.
• Clinical experience or field work/internship from a CACREP-accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Design curriculum to be compliant with CACREP-accreditation.
• Teach both graduate and undergraduate courses.
• Participate in university service and engage in scholarship/professional activity.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Windows

Apple macOS

Prioritization skills

Written & oral communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Handling divergent views

Education

Doctorate in Counselor Education

Tools

CACREP accreditation knowledge

Job description

Aurora University is committed to the transformative power of learning by creating a student-centered environment and an equity of experience and opportunity, ensuring that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel welcome and included.

Our culture of collaboration, generosity, and belonging makes it a special place for students, faculty, and staff.

As a private university with a public mission, Aurora University has a long history of resilience and of providing access to an education that values innovation, continuous improvement, and positive community impact.

Position Purpose

The Assistant Professor of Psychology in Clinical/Counseling will serve primarily as an instructor and curriculum designer in a newly developed MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. This position is tenure track. The program is projected to enroll students in 2028 and will seek CACREP accreditation.

Core Competencies

• Represents Aurora University in the most positive manner with prospective, former and current students, clients, suppliers and the community we serve. Interacts effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students and other customers of our service, learns and uses operating practices of the department and Aurora University.
• Upholds the Mission Statement: At Aurora University, our singular goal is to empower students to achieve lasting personal and professional success. We do this by being an inclusive community dedicated to the transformative power of learning. As a teaching centered institution, we encourage undergraduate and graduate students to discover what it takes to build meaningful and purposeful lives.
• Handles all information with tact and discretion and recognizes the confidential nature of university business.
• Supports learning through performance of essential job functions and performing other duties and functions as necessary or as assigned, including voluntary participation in university committees, activities and events.

Essential Job Functions

• Design curriculum to be compliant with CACREP-accreditation
• Teach both graduate and undergraduate courses
• Participate in university service and engage in scholarship/professional activity
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education

Doctorate in Counselor Education

Experience

• Prior teaching and curricular development experience (preferred), clinical experience or field work/internship from CACREP-accredited program

Skills

• Solid understanding of Microsoft and Apple operating systems.
• Sound judgment and prioritization skills.
• Excellent written, oral, and presentation communication skills.
• Quick learner with great prioritization skills.
• Ability to work independently and be dependable.
• Ability to accept divergent views while maintaining a constructive working relationship with other team members.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work with a computer for long periods of the day.
• Ability to attend off campus meetings.
• Office setting, standing, walking, sitting.

Work Hours

Expected equivalent of 40 hours per week, but days/hours may vary as needed. Hybrid or work from home employment will be considered if candidate can demonstrate ability to fulfill this role effectively off-site.

Special Requirements

• A valid driver's license and driving record which meets institutional requirements is required.
• Requires travel between campus locations or to attend off-site meetings.

Benefits

• Health Insurance – Choice of HMO or PPO offered through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois.
• Dental and Vision Insurance – Choice of two dental plans and vision insurance offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Life Insurance – AD&D 1.5 times annual salary, dependent on age. Additional life insurance also may be purchased for self, spouse, and children.
• Long Term Disability – 60% of salary, taxable and nontaxable options.
• TIAA Retirement Account – The University offers a 403b retirement plan, administered by TIAA. Matching contributions offered first day of employment to eligible employees, at the discretion of the University and Board of Directors.
• Flexible Spending Accounts – FSAs are available for medical costs and dependent care costs.
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, personal, and sick leave are provided to eligible employees.
• Holidays – The university observes nine major holidays where the university is closed.
• Tuition Assistance – Tuition assistance for AU undergraduate courses is available to eligible employees and eligible family members beginning the term following one (1) year of regular, full-time employment. Tuition assistance for graduate programs paid at 60% for employee following Senior Leadership approval.
• Tuition Exchange Consortiums – AU is a member of the Tuition Exchange (TE) and the Council of Independent Colleges Tuition Exchange Program (CIC-TEP) enabling full-time employees and eligible family members to be eligible for tuition assistance at more than 600 universities nationwide. Eligibility for the CIC-TEP and TE programs is one (1) year of regular, full-time employment as of 8/31.

Benefit-eligible positions offer excellent benefits including health, dental, life, vision, long term disability, a 403(b) retirement plan through TIAA, and tuition remission.

Aurora University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.