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Posted: 15-Aug-24
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 96705-en_US
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors > http://bit.ly/UCEMPL
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation?s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 340,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls ?the most ambitious campus design program in the country.?
With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC?s momentum has never been stronger. UC?s annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion. The University?s overall regional economic impact exceeds $10.6 billion, paving the way for the future of Cincinnati.
About the College
Based on the Carnegie Foundation Classification System, The University of Cincinnati (www.uc.edu) is a Doctoral Granting Research University with very high research activity (RU/VH). Located in Cincinnati, Ohio, it is part of Ohio?s higher education system with over 50,000 students in attendance. The Counseling Program is situated within the School of Human Services in the College of Education, Criminal Justice, Human Services, and Information Technology. The School also includes undergraduate and graduate programs in Behavior Analysis, School Psychology, Exercise Science, Health Promotion and Education, Substance Abuse Counseling, and Sport Administration. The School is a leader in online course and program development, and there are many active collaborative activities across programs and with community partners. The Counseling Program offers B.S., M.A., M.Ed., and Ph.D. degrees. The Graduate Programs are CACREP-accredited.
The Counseling Program is committed to increasing the diversity of the University community and the field of professional counseling. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths or experiences in this area. The University of Cincinnati strives to provide a supportive environment for its entire faculty. For example, we have an active Black Faculty Association, Latino Faculty Association, and LGBTQ Faculty Association. In addition, the University of Cincinnati has an institutional membership to the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity.
Job Overview
The University of Cincinnati is currently accepting applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Mental Health Counseling. The successful applicant will be expected to further the Program and University's excellence in research and teaching.
Essential Functions
- Conducting scholarly research, publishing research, presenting research at conferences, and obtaining external funding (e.g., grant writing)
- Teaching graduate (masters and doctoral) coursework in mental health counseling and the counseling core (e.g., ethics, theories, etc.), which will typically include two classes per semester
- Demonstrating cultural competence in teaching, research, and clinical practice
- Supervising student field experiences aligned with the Counseling Program's ecological model and wellness-oriented approach to practice
- Advising graduate students, guiding dissertation research, and serving on doctoral committees
- Collaborating with area partners, behavioral health agencies, and integrated practices to support student field experiences and for research
- Provide leadership and coordination within the Mental Health Counseling track with responsibilities including but not limited to coordinating student support efforts, admissions, and program reporting for accreditation
- Engaging in university, professional, and community service, including but not limited to serving on search committees, scholarship review committees, reappointment, promotion, and tenure review committees, peer reviewing for journals, service on workgroups of professional organizations
Minimum Requirements
Prior to first date of appointment, candidates must have all of the following:
- Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP-accredited program.
- Evidence of a program of scholarly research in counseling consistent with a wellness-oriented perspective, as described in your research agenda and demonstrated by one peer-reviewed publication as well as one other work in progress.
- Experience teaching one course in general counseling or within the mental health counseling specialty as either a lead instructor or teaching assistant.
- Two years of professional work experience implementing evidence-based practice in mental health counseling.
Application Process
To apply for the position, please go to jobs.uc.edu and complete the University?s online application form.
Applications require a letter of application or cover letter, curriculum vita, official transcripts of all college work, research agenda, and three letters of recommendation.
Review of applications will begin October 28, 2024. The start date for the position is August 15, 2025. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Please direct all questions and other correspondence to:
Mei Tang, Ph.D.
Search Committee Chair
Professor, Counseling Program
CECH | School of Human Services
University of Cincinnati
mei.tang@uc.edu
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
- Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
- Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
- Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
- Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
- Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
- Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.
As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html.
FOR ALL FACULTY HIRES OFFICIAL ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS WILL BE REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF HIRE
For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.
The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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