Assistant/Associate Professor of Counseling Psychology

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 Counseling Psychology program, beginning August 17, 2026. (Position 004837) The Counseling Psychology program is APA-accredited and emphasizes the development of professional competencies, a balanced scientist-practitioner training model, and the preparation of graduates for a wide variety of clinical and academic settings. The Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology, and Research and the College of Education are not currently offering any sponsorships for this position.

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 will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications. The University offers an excellent benefits package including healthcare and retirement. The position (004837) is a nine-month tenure track appointment with the possibility of summer teaching. The anticipated date of appointment is August 17, 2026.

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. Sara Bridges at sbridges@memphis.edu.