Counseling Psychologist - Higher Ed. jobs in Laramie, WY

The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities.  We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives. 

JOB TITLE:   

Assistant Professor, Counselor Education

JOB PURPOSE:   

This position supports the College of Education’s Counseling MS programs (School Counseling and Mental Health Counseling), and its Ph.D. program in Counselor Education and Supervision.   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

We expect all faculty at the University of Wyoming to be excellent teachers and be committed to innovative teaching approaches resulting in improved student learning. Faculty in the College typically teach five courses per academic year. The successful candidate will be expected to engage in academic scholarship (including grant writing and conducting/publishing/presenting research in counselor education), along with service within the university and to the profession. 

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:

This role involves critical support for campus activities and necessitates the successful candidate to be available for on-campus work.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• An earned Ph.D. in Counselor Education from a CACREP accredited program (or degree conferral by time of appointment).
• Post-graduate counseling experience.
• A professional counseling license and/or certification; or license eligible in Wyoming.
• Demonstration of (or clear potential for) excellence in teaching and student mentoring. 
• Evidence of an emergent line of empirical research in counselor education. 
• Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) that is compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• We are particularly interested in candidates with experience and growing expertise in one or more of the following areas: substance abuse/addictions, school counseling, play therapy, and multicultural counseling.
• Successful experience and interest in teaching across multiple instructional modalities, including online and hybrid formats.
• Experience and/or potential for meeting the land-grant mission of the university to support constituents across the state through outreach and development efforts.
• Willingness and ability to support local and regional professional organizations through programming, leadership, and active participation.

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Complete the online application and include the following for a complete application packet:

1. A cover letter explaining how you meet stated qualifications for the position and your professional goals in the areas of teaching, scholarship and professional service. This cover letter may also discuss your commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion and explain how your work advances those commitments;
2. A current Curriculum Vitae;
3. A brief (no more than 2 page) statement of your teaching philosophy;
4. A brief (no more than 2 page) statement of your approach to counseling and supervision; 
5. A brief (no more than 2 page) statement of your research plans, accompanied by a recent scholarly publication or well-developed paper; 
6. A copy of your professional license (or evidence of license eligibility);
7. Unofficial transcripts; and 
8. Contact information for four professional references who can speak to your qualifications for the position as outlined above.

The review of applications will begin on November 13, 2023. The position will remain open until filled. 

Qualified candidates may contact Dr. Michael Morgan, Counseling Program Coordinator and Chair of Search Committee at morganm@uwyo.edu for more information regarding this position.

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.   

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/