Assistant or Associate Professor, Counselor Education
Listed on 2025-12-27
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, School Counselor, Guidance Counselor: Social/Educational, Academic
Assistant or Associate Professor, Counselor Education University of Nebraska at Kearney
Job Summary:
The Department of Counseling, School Psychology, and Family Science is seeking a Tenure Track Associate/Assistant Professor to teach in a CACREP-accredited clinical mental health counseling master’s degree program. Active engagement in professional and scholarly activities, fulfill service responsibilities to the department, college, university, and professional community, advise and mentor graduate students. Depending on the availability of selected candidate, teaching responsibilities would begin either Spring Semester 2026 or Fall Semester 2026.
Required Qualifications:- Earned doctorate or ABD from a CACREP accredited Ph.D. program in counselor education and supervision
- Relevant and successful graduate teaching/supervision experience
- Commitment to diversity and social justice
- Experience in clinical mental health counseling
- Interest, experience or certification in alcohol and drug counseling
- Interest and experience in CACREP accreditation process/program administration
- Eligible for Nebraska endorsement as Licensed Mental Health Practitioner
- Experience with online course delivery methods
- Evidence of potential for scholarly accomplishments
The Department of Counseling, School Psychology and Family Science at the University of Nebraska at Kearney promotes a field-based scientist/practitioner model to prepare culturally competent and compassionate professionals at the graduate level. Our program prepares students to provide service and leadership in school psychology, clinical mental health counseling, school counseling and student affairs.
The University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK) is a public university committed to excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement. As part of the University of Nebraska system, UNK offers a supportive, student-focused environment with the resources of a larger institution. Located in central Nebraska, UNK serves around 6,000 students and is known for its strong academics, welcoming campus culture, and dedication to student success.
Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and the power of education to transform lives.
As a University of Nebraska employee, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, retirement, and wellness programs—plus 13 paid holidays each year, generous leave options, and tuition remission.
Information at a Glance
Apply now Req Campus Name:
University of Nebraska Kearney (UNK) Org Unit:
Counseling School Psych & Family Sci UNK
Job Location:
Kearney, NE 68847 Application Review Date: 12/4/25 Open Until Filled:
Yes Advertised Salary:
Depending on Qualifications Job Type: Full-Time Faculty Appointment:
Worksite Eligibility:
On-site Benefits Eligible:
Yes Apply now Job Alerts Link For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:
Sharon Obasis at obasis2 Special Instructions to Applicant:
Please include cover letter and list of references when applying.
The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.
Posting
Start Date:
11/4/25
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