Clinical Assistant Professor Counseling

Salary/Position Classification

• $65,000-$80,000 9-Month Contract, Dependent on Experience, Exempt
• 40 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

The department of Education, Health, and Behavior Studies at the University of North Dakota is seeking a Clinical Assistant Professor of Counseling. This is a 9-month, nontenure-track position contingent on availability of funding.

The Counseling Programs are housed in the Department of Education, Health, and Behavior Studies (EHBS) in the College of Education and Human Development (EHD) at UND. The Counseling programs include an APA accredited Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Counseling Psychology, and an APA accredited Master of Arts (M.A.) in Counseling (on- campus and online versions of the program available; the online program is currently pursuing MPCAC accreditation).

Established in 1883, the University of North Dakota is the oldest research university in North Dakota. Founded with a strong liberal arts foundation, it is the state’s flagship university and is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as having high research activity. UND offers degrees in more than 225 fields of study and enrolls more than 14,000 students. It is the home of the state’s only School of Law and School of Medicine. The School of Medicine and Health Sciences has major initiatives in rural and public health, and Aerospace is home to one of the first and largest unmanned aerial vehicle programs in the world.

UND is located in Grand Forks, North Dakota, a vibrant college town of over 57,000 people located on the border of North Dakota and Minnesota. Short commutes, a great public-school system, high quality medical facilities, low crime, ample parks and theaters, and a cost of living below that found in large American cities are some of Grand Forks’ advantages. Ranked as one of the top 5 Best Small College Towns, and America’s Best Hockey Town, Grand Forks offers stellar quality of life without the metropolitan hassles.

Duties & Responsibilities

The successful applicant will receive a contract with an approximate distribution of 70-80% teaching, 10% advising and supervision, and 10-20% service effort. 

• Responsibilities for this position include:
  • Teaching graduate courses, predominantly on-campus, in the Counseling master’s program and the Counseling Psychology doctoral program, with potential to teach one course a year online.
  • Advising and mentoring graduate students.
  • Serving on master’s scholarly or independent research project committees and doctoral dissertation committees, participating in graduate admissions and participating in comprehensive exam processes.
  • Serving the program, department, college, university, community, and the profession as needed.
• Successful applicants should have teaching and service interests that align with counseling psychology as a field. UND and the College of Education and Human Development value diverse perspectives and seek applicants who are committed to helping all students.
• The University of North Dakota is supportive of dual-career assistance both within the University and the local community. Please contact UND’s Recruiting Manager, Hannah Whalen (Hannah.Whalen@UND.edu), to explore dual-career opportunities.

Required Competencies

• Skills in graduate level teaching.
  • Skills in supervision of clinical work (e.g., teaching counseling internship and counseling practicum).
  • Skills related to graduate level academic advising.
  • Strong organization skills and conscientiousness; ability to successfully navigate a workload comprised of teaching/supervision, advising, and other service-related tasks;
  • Strong professionalism and interpersonal skills and ability to sensitively navigate issues of disagreement which may arise with students/supervisees;
  • Strong commitment to multiculturalism and continued intrapersonal and interpersonal growth;
  • Strong awareness of counseling ethical and legal obligations, and the ability to identify and manage instances of real or potential ethical dilemmas or infractions in supervising clinical work.
  • Strong ability to utilize or learn relevant technology

Minimum Requirements

• Completion or near completion of Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology or Clinical Psychology or a closely related field.
  • Licensed or licensed eligible psychologist in North Dakota.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology or related fields by September 1, 2025
  • Experience or skills in providing clinical supervision.
  • Experience or skills in advising or working with graduate students
  • Experience teaching or lecturing in graduate level counseling courses
  • Strong Interpersonal Skills
  • Strong Awareness of Ethical and Legal practices and counseling, and working through ethical dilemmas
  • Multicultural competence. Dedication to multiculturally informed teaching, supervision, and advising practices.
    

To Apply

• To assure full consideration, applications must be received by 03/31/2025 and include the following materials:
  • A cover letter addressing essential and preferred qualifications
  • Copies of graduate transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Three professional references with complete contact information

The position is open until filled.

Questions can be directed to the search chair: Dr. Kara Wettersten (kara.wettersten@und.edu).