Description

Posting Details

Posting Number

F2563P

Working Title

Open Rank in Counseling Psychology

Department

COE-Counseling & Human Dev Svc

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

The Programs: The APA -accredited Counseling Psychology and MPCAC -accredited Mental Health Counseling programs prepare health service professionals in teaching, research, and/or the provision of health services guided by an integrated biopsychosocial model of care. Our program emphasizes a strengths-based approach to understanding human and social experiences that can help prevent and/or solve the psychological problems of individuals, couples, families, groups, and organizations. Our faculty have established records of scholarship in identity development, ethics, strengths-based and inclusive counseling approaches, health service integrated care settings and with incarcerated populations, and career development. The Counseling Psychology program emphasizes research mentorship and training in evidence-based practices. Doctoral and master's students provide psychological and counseling services through the Center for Counseling and Personal Evaluation ( CCPE ), an integrated in-house training clinic staffed by students and faculty. Graduate students in both programs also complete community-based supervised clinical experiences (e.g., community mental health, inpatient and residential treatment, VA hospitals).

The Department: Embedded in the Mary Frances Early College of Education ( MFE COE ), the Department of Counseling and Human Development Services has three concentration areas and seven degree programs, including four doctoral programs (Counseling Psychology, College Student Affairs Administration, Counselor Education and Supervision, and Student Affairs Leadership) and three accredited master's programs (Clinical Mental Health Counseling, School Counseling, and College Student Affairs Administration), and offers Ed.S. certification in School Counseling as well as an undergraduate minor in Human Services. The Counseling Psychology and Mental Health Counseling Programs, Department of Counseling and Human Development Services, and the University of Georgia have a strong commitment to contextualizing research, teaching, interventions and psychological practice to the backgrounds of those we serve.

The College: As the 4th largest public college of education in the country and the 3rd largest college at UGA , the Mary Frances Early College of Education ( MFE COE ) improves the lives of residents of Georgia and beyond through our research, instruction, and service. The MFE COE is a comprehensive college with disciplines focused on teacher preparation, counseling and human development, communication sciences, human movement sciences, career development, student affairs, and educational administration and policy. We place significant emphasis on graduate education with approximately 40% of our students at the graduate level. The College offers significant possibilities for interdisciplinary research collaborations, program development, and school-community partnerships. The college's Research Office provides strong pre- and post-award grant support. The College is named for the University of Georgia's first African American graduate, a pioneering educator who played an integral role in the campaign for racial equality in Georgia and across the South.

College/Unit/Department website

https://coe.uga.edu/directory/counseling-and-human-development-services/

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Underutilization

Advertised Salary

Anticipated Start Date

08/01/2026

Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)

Job Posting Date

11/12/2025

Job Closing Date

Open until filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

The materials include: (a) cover letter including a statement of research, teaching and leadership experience, as well as approach to supervision and how they advance our programs' goals (b) curriculum vitae; © representative publications; (d) evidence of teaching effectiveness; and (e) names and contact information for five professional references. Please note those applying at the assistant professor rank should provide three letters of recommendation with their application submission in addition to the professional references. Applicants may include their professional letter recommenders/ writers as a part of their professional reference list.

For questions, please contact the Search Chair: Collette Chapman-Hilliard, PhD (collette.hilliard@uga.edu). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Priority will be given to applicants who submit their materials by December 1, 2025.

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title

Open Rank

FLSA

Faculty Rank

Open Rank (Tenure Track)

Contract Type

Academic (9 mo.)

Tenure Status

Tenure Track or Tenured

Minimum Qualifications

An earned doctorate from an APA -accredited program in counseling, clinical or school psychology.

Position Summary

We are seeking an exceptional and experienced candidate for an open-rank, tenure-track position in the Counseling Psychology doctoral ( APA accredited) and Mental Health Counseling master's ( MPCAC accredited) programs in the Department of Counseling and Human Development Services at the University of Georgia to begin August 1, 2026. Specifically, we seek a candidate whose program of work demonstrates innovation, inclusive excellence, and interdisciplinarity to continually enhance research and teaching excellence for our doctoral and master's students as well as advances our department's goals and aligns with the Mary Frances Early College of Education's mission.

Responsibilities for this position include: 1) teaching core graduate courses in counseling psychology, mental health counseling; 2) providing clinical supervision of field experiences in counseling psychology and mental health counseling; 3) conducting research that is relevant to the field of counseling psychology; 4) advising doctoral students and serving on dissertation committees; and 5) contributing service to university, college, departmental, and program committees, to professional associations, and to local, national, and/or international communities. The MFE COE recognizes that the scholarly work of faculty often includes the integration of teaching, research, and service.

Additional Requirements

Candidates must be licensed or license-eligible as a psychologist in Georgia.

Candidates must be approved for tenure upon appointment before hire.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

Preferred qualifications include one or more of the following: 1) strong record of scholarly research that advances the field of counseling psychology; 2) demonstrated teaching experience of at least three years with graduate and/or undergraduate students in psychology or counseling; 3) leadership, program coordination, and/or program development experience of at least one semester or quarter term.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Preference will be given to applicants with a demonstrated record of professional contributions to counseling psychology in the areas of research, teaching, and/or service.

Physical Demands

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Sample Publications
4. Other Documents #1
5. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

1. Unofficial Letters of Recommendation