Clinical Assistant Professor

Marshall University; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a Clinical Assistant Professor to join their Counseling Department. This role involves teaching graduate-level courses and providing essential advising to students. The ideal candidate will have a doctoral degree in counseling and experience in online education. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this university offers a supportive environment for faculty development and community engagement. If you are passionate about education and ready to make a difference in students' lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Winter Break (almost two weeks off)

Annual and Sick Leave

Health Insurance

Educational/Tuition Benefits

Retirement Plans

Life Insurance

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Earned doctoral degree in counseling or related field required.
• Record of teaching excellence in online educational models preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate level courses using online platforms.
• Provide advising and maintain accessibility for students.

Skills

Teaching Excellence

Synchronous Instruction

Asynchronous Instruction

Advising Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership

Education

Doctoral Degree in Counseling

CACREP-accredited Program

Tools

Blackboard Ultra

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Get to Know Us!

Marshall University is a public comprehensive university with a rich history as one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in West Virginia. Founded in 1837 and named after Chief Justice John Marshall, definer of the Constitution, Marshall University advances the public good through innovative, accredited educational programs. We are located in downtown Huntington, West Virginia, with additional locations in South Charleston, Point Pleasant, Teays Valley and Beckley. Marshall University’s mission, inspired by our Vision and Creed, includes a commitment to:

• Offer a wide range of high quality, affordable, and accessible undergraduate, graduate, and professional education that prepares students to think, learn, work, and live in an evolving global society.
• Create opportunities and experiences to foster understanding and appreciation of the rich diversity of thought and culture.
• Maintain a dynamic intellectual, artistic, and cultural life by promoting and supporting research and creative activities by undergraduates, graduates, and faculty.
• Contribute to the quality of life of the community, region, and beyond through applied research, economic development, health care, and cultural enrichment.
• Cultivate the development of an inclusive, just, and equitable community.

Come Meet Marshall and discover what it means to be part of the Marshall University family!

Come join our Herd!

We are committed to attracting and retaining quality faculty and staff. In doing so, Marshall University offers outstanding benefit packages to eligible employees only. (E-Class in the job posting). Marshall University Research Corporation (MURC) employees have different benefit options than those listed below.

• A great highlight in December is that Marshall University employees receive almost two weeks off for Winter Break!
• Annual and Sick Leave – Classified Staff, Non-Classified Staff and 12-month Faculty earn up to 24 days of annual leave per year (max 360 hours) and up to 18 days of sick leave per year.
• Health Insurance – Marshall University offers health insurance through West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA). There are seven (7) health benefit plans.
• Educational/Tuition Benefits – Marshall University provides tuition benefits to regular employees (after probationary period) and their dependent children.
• Retirement Plans – Marshall University offers retirement through Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA). Full-time benefits eligible employees must participate in the mandated retirement plan (401(a)).
• Life Insurance – Basic term life insurance ($10,000) at no cost and may purchase optional life insurance coverage with pre-tax earnings.
• Wellness Programs – PEIA provides various care management programs and the Pathways to Wellness program.

We are . . Marshall!

Position Information

Banner Position Number: 000318

Position Title: Clinical Assistant Professor

Classification Title: Clinical Faculty

Department: Counseling - MU600C

Job Description:
Assistant Professor – 9 month position

The Counseling Department invites applications for a Clinical Track position at the Assistant Professor rank. Start date beginning as early as January 2, 2025.

Position Description: Teaching an assigned load of synchronous and asynchronous graduate level courses using Blackboard Ultra LMS, Microsoft Teams, and other relevant instructional technologies; providing engaged advising to a group of students commensurate with other duties; maintaining consistent accessibility for advisees, students, faculty, and colleagues; participating in department, professional, and community service; providing leadership of a designated course(s) and supervision of a teaching team of instructors; supporting ongoing accreditation and continuous improvement of Counseling Department; ensuring administrative and communication processes of the Department, College, and University are implemented quickly and efficiently; maintaining university graduate faculty status and maintaining CACREP core faculty status; being able to travel to campus (South Charleston or Huntington) as requested.
Technology Requirements: Faculty members must have adequate computer technology and internet access to facilitate online learning experiences that include live video meetings. The Faculty Member must be able to use Microsoft Office products (MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint), zip software, and Adobe Acrobat and must have reliable Internet access as well as alternate access in cases where primary access becomes unavailable. The use of Blackboard Ultra and Microsoft Teams will be required. Training is available through the University.

Candidates interviewing on campus submit unofficial transcripts (undergraduate and graduate) directly to the chair of the search committee.

Location: MUGC - Marshall University South Charleston

Salary Range: Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Qualifications: Must be able to perform all essential job duties as outlined in the job description.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Earned doctoral degree in counseling or a related field from a CACREP-accredited or CACREP-recognized program, or a related doctoral degree with full-time employment as a faculty member in a counselor education program for a minimum of one full academic year before July 1, 2013. Candidates at the dissertation stage (ABD) must have a definite timeline for completion before the contract starts.

Experience: A record of teaching and supervision excellence in an online educational model that includes both synchronous (e.g., live sessions using Microsoft Teams or Zoom) and asynchronous instructional methods.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education: Earned doctoral degree in counseling or a related field from a CACREP-accredited or CACREP-recognized program.

Experience: Telehealth, Trauma-competent clinical practices, Remote counselor education and supervision in a national/international program. Candidates with a strong, ongoing clinical practice.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number: MU1585F
Open Date: 09/23/2024
Close Date: Open Until Filled

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Will you have completed your Doctoral Degree by August 2025?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

Marshall University
One John Marshall Drive
Huntington, WV 25755