Assistant Professor, Tenure Track, for Counseling Psychology

Assistant Professor, Tenure Track, for Counseling Psychology

Wayne State University is searching for an experiencedAssistant Professor, Tenure Track, for Counseling Psychologyat its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

The Wayne State University Community: Wayne State University is classified as a "doctoral university: very high research activity" by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. We are located in Midtown Detroit, the city center and one of the country's fastest-growing neighborhoods, which welcomes more than 2.5 million visitors annually. Here, you'll find 200 acres of green space, walking paths and state-of-the-art facilities surrounded by renowned cultural institutions and industry-leading employers. WSU has a COVID-19 and flu vaccine mandate and has been a leader in preventing community spread of the coronavirus. Find out more here. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, without regard to race/color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. Wayne State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The ideal candidate must have the ability to develop and maintain a productive research program, mentor, and advise graduate students, and has a strong record of teaching at the graduate level.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Earned doctorate degree in Counseling Psychology from an APA- accredited program.

We are seeking a rising scholar whose work extends and strengthens the expertise of current faculty.

Important review criteria include evidence of a commitment to working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and an eagerness to embody the mission of the College of Education.

We are seeking a rising scholar who has published in academic journals and has a developing, and compelling research agenda that adds to the areas current research.

The search committee is especially interested in candidates who, through their research, teaching, and/or service will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

We strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, without regard to race/color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

APPLICATION PROCESS

All applicants must use the WSU Online Hiring System at ~~~ , referring to PositionReq1 535 . Electronic applications must include a cover letter; curriculum vita (CV); names and contact information for at least three references; and 2 to 3 representative publications/papers for review. The search committee will begin reviewing applications starting January 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

Inquiries about the position may be directed to the chair of the search committee: Francesca Pernice, Associate Professor and Coordinator ~~~

Inquiries about the application portal or logistics may be directed to: Charles Boayue III ~~~

SCHOOL/COLLEGE/DIVISION:

H02 - College of Education

PRIMARY DEPARTMENT

H0251 - Theoretical & Behavioral Foundations

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

• Regular Employee

• Job type: Full Time

• Job category: Academic/Faculty

FUNDING/SALARY INFORMATION:

• Compensation type:Annual Salary

• Salary:To be determined

WORKING CONDITIONS

Normal office environment

JOB OPENINGS

• Number of openings: 1

BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.