Clinical Assistant Professor

Marshall University; Point Pleasant (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution in West Virginia is seeking a passionate Clinical Assistant Professor to join its Counseling Department. This role involves teaching both synchronous and asynchronous graduate courses, mentoring students, and contributing to departmental leadership. You will engage in a vibrant academic community that values diversity and innovation in education. With a focus on continuous improvement and accreditation, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact on the next generation of counselors. If you are dedicated to excellence in teaching and have a strong background in counseling, this is a fantastic opportunity to further your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Educational/Tuition Benefits

Retirement Plans

Life Insurance

Wellness Programs

Winter Break Off

Annual and Sick Leave

Qualifications

• Earned doctoral degree in counseling or related field required.
• Experience in online teaching and supervision is essential.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Teaching Excellence

Online Instruction

Advising

Accreditation Knowledge

Synchronous/Asynchronous Learning

Clinical Practices

Education

Doctoral Degree in Counseling

CACREP Accreditation

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 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.

Position Information

Banner Position Number: 000318

Position Title: Clinical Assistant Professor

Classification Title: Clinical Faculty

Department: Counseling - MU600C

Job Description

Clinical 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; 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: Yes

Special Instructions Summary

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Will you have the dissertation stage (ABD) completed before the contract starts - pending you were to be offered a position?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

Marshall University
One John Marshall Drive
Huntington, WV 25755