Research Assistant Professor Counselor Educational

Texas Southern University; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Southern University invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track faculty position in Counseling, focused on externally funded research, doctoral education, and scholarly impact. The successful candidate will build a competitive research agenda with external funding, teach graduate and doctoral courses, and mentor students while engaging in service aligned with rank and career stage.

During periods of active external funding, a 3-month summer appointment may occur, involving teaching or

Qualifications

• Postdoctoral research experience (2+ years).
• Ability to mentor graduate students and supervise dissertations.
• Experience leading externally funded research programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, lead, and sustain a competitive externally funded research program.
• Prepare grant proposals in collaboration with institutional research support.
• Mentor graduate and doctoral students and engage in scholarship.

Skills

Grant writing

Graduate teaching

Mentorship

Research design

Time management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Doctoral degree in Educational Administration or Educational Leadership and Policy Studies

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Posting Details

Title Information

Security Sensitive Position?

Yes

Hours of Work

TBA

Position Details

Position Information

Posting Number

TSU203651

Official TSU Title

Research Assistant Professor Counselor Educational

Grant Title

yes

Job Description Summary / TWC Summary

JOB SUMMARY :

The Department of Counseling, in collaboration with the Division ofResearch and Innovation, seeks applications for a 9-monthtenure-track faculty position focused on externally fundedresearch, doctoral education, and scholarly impact.

The successful candidate will develop and sustain a competitiveresearch agenda supported by external funding, contribute todoctoral and master’s-level instruction, mentor graduate anddoctoral students, and engage in service consistent with rank andcareer stage. This position is structured to provide institutionalresearch support, workload transparency, and mentorship to promotefaculty success across the tenure and promotion process.

During periods of active external funding, the faculty member mayalso hold a 3-month summer appointment, typically involvingteaching or research-aligned activities within the College ofEducation.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS :

• A tenure-track appointment aligned with institutional researchgrowth priorities
• Integration of externally funded research with doctoral educationand mentorship
• Collaboration with a centralized Division of Research andInnovation providing proposal development and grant managementsupport
• Workload expectations calibrated to support research productivity,teaching excellence, and sustainability
• Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and graduatestudent research engagement
• Service expectations proportional to rank and career stage
• Designed to attract early-career, mid-career, and senior facultywith strong research trajectories

This is a grant funded position.

Essential Duties Summary

Research and Scholarship:

• Develop, lead, and sustain a competitive externally fundedresearch program aligned with disciplinary and institutionalpriorities
• Prepare and submit grant proposals in collaboration withinstitutional research support personnel
• Manage funded research projects in compliance with universityand sponsor requirements
• Produce and disseminate scholarly work through peer-reviewedpublications, presentations, and other discipline-appropriateoutlets
• Mentor graduate and doctoral students in research activitiesaligned with funded and unfunded scholarly projects
• Engage in interdisciplinary and collaborative researchinitiatives within and beyond the university

Teaching and Doctoral Mentorship:

• Teach graduate-level courses in the faculty member’s area ofexpertise, including doctoral-level courses in the Ed.D.program
• Advise and mentor doctoral students, including supervision ofdissertations and applied research projects
• Integrate research activities into graduate and doctoralinstruction to enhance student scholarly development
• Engage in reflective teaching practices and continuousinstructional improvement
• Participate in assessment activities related to teachingeffectiveness and student learning outcomes

Service and Professional Engagement:

• Participate in departmental, college, and university serviceactivities consistent with rank and career stage
• Contribute to program development, accreditation, andresearch-focused initiatives
• Engage in professional service at the local, regional,national, or international level as appropriate
• Collaborate with colleagues to support scholarly,instructional, and co-curricular activities

Summer Appointment (During External Funding Periods):

• Participate in a 3-month summer appointment, typicallyinvolving teaching, research, or programmatic activities alignedwith faculty expertise
• Summer responsibilities and compensation are structured tosupport workload sustainability and research continuity
• Participating in college committees
• Preform other job-related duties as assigned

% FTE

1.0

Hiring Range

$62,274.50 - $80.956.00

Education

An earned doctoral degree in Educational Administration,Educational Leadership and Policy Studies or an equivalentfield

Required Licensing/Certification

• Licensed Professional Counselor
• Certified School Counselor
• Certified Rehabilitation Counselor

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Advanced knowledge of the counseling profession relates todoctoral education, research, and professional training.
• Knowledge of externally funded research processes, includinggrant development, administration, and project management.
• Knowledge of doctoral education structures, graduate mentorshippractices, and applied research models.
• Familiarity with research ethics, regulatory compliance, andinstitutional review processes.
• Awareness of current trends, theories, emerging issues, andevidence-informed practices within the counseling discipline.
• Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications.

Skill in:

• Strong research design, analysis, and scholarly writingskills
• Grant writing and proposal development skills or demonstratedpotential to secure external funding
• Effective graduate-level teaching and curriculum designskills
• Mentorship and advising skills for graduate and doctoralstudents
• Collaboration and interdisciplinary engagement skills
• Time management and organizational skills supporting multipleprofessional responsibilities
• Problem-solving and decision-making

Ability to:

• Develop and sustain a coherent research agenda
• Balance research, teaching, service, and mentorshipresponsibilities effectively
• Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, andexternal partners
• Adapt teaching and research activities to evolvinginstitutional and disciplinary needs
• Engage in continuous professional development and reflectivepractice
• Work independently.

Work Experience

Preferred Experience:

• Two or more years of postdoctoral research experience.
• A record of impactful research publications in peer-reviewedjournals.
• Experience teaching in an active learning environment withinnovative teaching strategies.
• Experience writing competitive funding proposals.
• Experience developing and maintaining a funded researchprogram.
• Experience mentoring and advising graduate students.
• Experience fostering a sense of belonging for all students,including traditionally underrepresented populations in EducationalAdministration.
• Experience in recruitment and retention of graduatestudents.
• Drive to excel in teaching, research, and service.

Working/Environmental Conditions

• Prolonged standing and/or walking.
• Handling light weight objects.
• Using or carrying equipment.

Posting Detail Information

UA EEO Statement

It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a workenvironment that is free from discrimination for all personsregardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin,individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protectedveteran status in its programs, activities, admissions oremployment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictlyobserved in all University employment-related activities such asadvertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employmenttraining, compensation, promotion, termination, and employmentbenefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment anddiscrimination in employment based on race, color, religion,gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin,individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protectedveteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance withthe provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws,including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil RightsAct.

Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures

Close Date

09/21/2026

Open Until Filled (overrides close field)

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Open to all applicants.

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have an earned doctoral degree in Higher Education,Higher Education Administration and Policy, or a closely relatedfield from an accredited institution by the time of appointment?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have two or more years of postdoctoral researchexperience?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you have a record of impactful research publications inpeer-reviewed journals?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Do you have experience mentoring and advising graduatestudents?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Are you a Licensed Professional Counselor,Certified SchoolCounselor,Certified Rehabilitation Counselor ?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Official Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Other Document
2. Reference Letter 1
3. Reference Letter 2
4. Reference Letter 3