Counseling Psychology, Full-time CFS Professorial (Tenure-track equivalent)

Brigham Young University; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track equivalent professorial position in Counseling Psychology within the Counseling and Special Education unit. The incumbent will teach graduate courses, mentor doctoral students, conduct independent research, and oversee APA accreditation.

Relocation to Utah is required for the duration of employment. The campus emphasizes collaboration with Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) to enhance student

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology by start date.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching graduate-level courses in counseling psychology content areas.
• Strong record or clear potential for high-quality research in counseling psychology.
• Experience mentoring and advising graduate students in field-based work and research.
• Demonstrated excellence in working as a counseling psychologist in clinical settings.
• Knowledge of APA accreditation requirements for counseling psychology programs.
• Licensed as a psychologist.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses in counseling psychology.
• Mentor and supervise students in the Counseling Psychology Doctoral program.
• Conduct independent research.
• Ensure APA accreditation for the program.
• Active engagement in ongoing enhancement to improve program outcomes and student experiences.
• Support collaboration with Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS).
• Support university, college, and department goals and mission.

Skills

Licensed as a psychologist

Education

Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology or related field

Job description

Job Title:

Counseling Psychology and Special Education - Counseling Psychology, Full-time CFS Professorial (Tenure-track equivalent)

Posting End Date:

October 31, 2026

Position Start Date:

June 1, 2027

Required Degree:

Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology or related field

The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience:

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching graduate-level courses in counseling psychology content areas
• Strong record or clear potential for high-quality research in counseling psychology
• Experience mentoring and advising graduate students in field-based work and research
• Demonstrated excellence in working as a counseling psychologist in clinical settings
• Knowledge of APA accreditation requirements for counseling psychology programs
• Licensed as a psychologist

Duties/Expectations:

• Teach graduate courses in counseling psychology
• Mentor and supervise students in the Counseling Psychology Doctoral program
• Conduct independent research
• Ensure APA accreditation for the program
• Active engagement in ongoing enhancement to improve program outcomes and student experiences
• Support collaboration with Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
• Support university, college, and department goals and mission (see: https://www.byu.edu/about)

This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

All faculty are required to abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress &Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.