University of Memphis

Posting Number FAE1992

Advertised Title Assistant Professor of School Counseling

Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN)

Position Number 001200

Category Full-Time Faculty

Department Counsel Education Psych Research

Position Summary

The College of Education and the Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology, and Research seeks a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track faculty member for the School Counseling program beginning August 17, 2026. The School Counseling program is CACREP and CAEP accredited and emphasizes evidence-based practice promoting college and career readiness, data-driven programming, and interventions for students’ academic achievement and social/emotional well-being. The position requires a balance of teaching, research, and service. Teaching includes instructing graduate courses, mentoring students, supervising research of advanced graduate students, and chairing and serving on doctoral committees. Scholarly research involves publishing research, and pursuing external funding and service includes participating in national professional organizations, university, and college committees, and serving the local community. The employed candidate will primarily teach courses within the School Counseling program but may also teach courses in the department’s other CACREP accredited counseling programs. The position number is 001200. The Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology, and Research and the College of Education are not currently offering any sponsorships for this position.

Minimum Position Qualifications

Required

• Doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervisor from a CACREP accredited program or meet one of the alternative qualifications according to CACREP
• Licensed or license-eligible as a PK-12 school counselor in Tennessee
• Minimum of two years of employment as a school counselor
• Graduate level teaching experience
• Strong knowledge of the ASCA National Model
• Evidence of a research agenda and publication record

Desired

• Experience teaching classes either in-person, online, and /or hybridized environments in a CACREP accredited program
• Experience in providing clinical supervision
• Knowledge and experience of continuous program evaluation and experience with CACREP, NCATE/CAEP
• Evidence of federally funded grant awards or participation in federally funded projects
• Evidence of publications in top and key professional journals in the field
• Research/teaching/clinical experience in one of the following areas: youth with disabilities, behavioral disorders, suicidal ideation, or those who have experienced trauma

Special Conditions

SETTING

The University of Memphis, an independently governed institution, is recognized by the Carnegie Foundation as one of two public research universities and the only community engaged public university in Tennessee. Boasting 12 colleges and professional schools, the University serves a diverse population of 22,000 students; 5,000 of whom are enrolled in graduate programs. Strongly committed to its urban mission and outreach programs, the University of Memphis recognizes the important role played by faculty and administrators in fulfilling a comprehensive mission of research, education, and community outreach.

The Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology, and Research (CEPR) offers five graduate certificates, five master’s degrees, and three doctoral degrees in its three principal areas. The department’s programs are accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (see www.memphis.edu/cepr) and the American Psychological Association.

The College of Education, with a faculty of over 75 full-time faculty positions, accredited by APA, CACREP, and CAEP is a leader in educator preparation. The College is dedicated to fairness and respect for the dignity of each person and seeks to prepare students for careers as administrators, counselors, educators, leaders, practitioners, researchers, scholars, and teachers. For additional information please see the websites of the university (http://www.memphis.edu), the college (http://www.memphis.edu/coe/), and the department (http:www.memphis.edu/cepr).

SALARY & BEGINNING DATE

Salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications. The University offers an excellent benefits package including healthcare and retirement. The position (001200) is a nine-month tenure track appointment with the possibility of summer teaching. The anticipated date of appointment is August 17, 2026.

Posting Date 11/06/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Screening Begins Yes

Hiring Range Competitive or Commensurate with Experience

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time: Benefits Eligible

Special Instructions to Applicants

Review of applications will begin on October 20, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Applications are to be submitted electronically at https://workforum.memphis.edu.

Applicants are required to upload (1) a letter of application, (2) a statement of scholarship (research and grants, if applicable), (3) a statement of teaching experience and philosophy, (4) a curriculum vitae, and (5) names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three references. Applicants will receive a confirmation number when all application materials are submitted. Address inquiries and nominations to Dr. Michelle Welch Brasfield (rmwelch@memphis.edu).

Instructions to Applicant regarding references

Is this posting for UofM employees only? No

Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time, non-police employees only)