Assistant Teaching Professor Counseling Psychology

Davita Inc.; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ball State University invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor in Counseling Psychology. This full-time, contract faculty position focuses on engaging students in both graduate and undergraduate programs while contributing to inclusive learning environments. Responsibilities include teaching, supervision, and involvement in student development and community engagement.

Benefits

Affordable Healthcare

Retirement options

Tuition Remission for eligible employees

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development opportunities

Qualifications

• ABD or Doctorate in Counseling Psychology required.
• Prior teaching experience at the graduate or undergraduate level preferred.
• Candidates must be able to mentor students.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate and undergraduate courses in Counseling Psychology.
• Supervise practicum and departmental training activities.

Skills

Teaching

Counseling

Scholarly work

Education

ABD in counseling psychology or related field

Doctorate in Counseling Psychology (preferred)

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

Forbes has ranked Ball State University as the fourth-best midsized employer-and the only recognized education institution-in the State of Indiana.
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The Department of Counseling Psychology, Social Psychology and Counseling seeks a highly qualified scholar within counseling psychology to serve as a contract faculty member, teaching courses in the graduate and undergraduate programs in the Department of Counseling Psychology, Social Psychology and Counseling.

Our faculty are collegial, collaborative, innovative, inclusive, and adaptive, both within and beyond one's home unit. These attributes include commitments to collaborative discourse, interdisciplinary inquiry, and enterprising learning practices.

Our faculty are expected to be innovative, adaptive, engaging teachers across modalities; producers of impactful creative and/or scholarly work; leaders in meaningful service activities to multiple communities. We seek faculty members who are strategic thinkers, engaging our dynamic communities. We are committed to student and faculty success, impact, and access, within an environment that prioritizes inclusiveness. We inspire each other to be critical thinkers and responsible citizens, so that we can pursue fulfilling careers and meaningful lives.

Ball State University lives the values of Beneficence. We invite you to be part of our community.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

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The Department of Counseling Psychology, Social Psychology and Counseling seeks a highly qualified scholar within counseling psychology to serve as a contract faculty member, teaching courses in the graduate and undergraduate programs in the Department of Counseling Psychology, Social Psychology and Counseling.

Duties and responsibilities include:
A. Teach courses in the graduate and undergraduate programs consistent with teaching expertise in relevant area.
B. Practicum supervision and participation in departmental clinic training activities

ABD in counseling psychology or related field. The candidate must demonstrate professional competence in a specialty area within counseling psychology. Prior experience in teaching at graduate or undergraduate level.

Doctorate in Counseling Psychology. License-eligible as a Health Service Provider in Psychology in the State of Indiana. Special consideration will be given to candidates who can also contribute to other graduate programs within the department; ability to mentor students and facilitate immersive learning experiences.

None.

Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status.

Position Title	Assistant Teaching Professor Counseling Psychology
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Appointment Type	Non-Tenure-track/Contract
Length of Appointment	FT Academic Year
Description
Minimum Qualifications
Authorization to work in the US	Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
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Pre-Employment Screening	Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
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Department	Counsel Psych, Social Psych & Counseling:900070
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Posting Detail Information

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring valuesand describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.

Sharon Bowman Ph.D
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765-285-8040

Posting Number	202501451F
Number of Vacancies	1
Desired Start Date	08/15/2025
Position End Date	05/01/2026
Posting Date	04/09/2025
Applications Accepted Through Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)	05/09/2025
Information regarding transcripts	The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
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