Assistant Professor
Job Location:
Memphis, TN - USA
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Job Summary
POSITION
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. (Code 10535) 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.
SETTING
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 22000 students; 5000 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 masters degrees and three doctoral degrees in its three principal areas. The
departments programs are accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related
Educational Programs (see 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 () the
college ( and the department (http: & BEGINNING DATE
Salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications. The University offers an
excellent benefits package including healthcare and retirement. The position (code 10535) is a nine-month
tenure track appointment with the possibility of summer teaching. The anticipated date of
appointment is August 17 2026.
APPLICATION
Review of applications will begin on October 20 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.
Applications are to be submitted electronically at .
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
Responsibilities
Provide high quality instruction pursue excellence in research/scholarship/creative activity and contribute to meaningful service to the university. Contribute to the missions of teaching research / scholarship / creative activity and public service.
Qualifications
Documented evidence of ability in instruction service and research. Served six years at the rank of assistant professor. Exceptions to this minimum rank qualification can be approved by the provost. Documented evidence of high-quality professional productivity which is leading to national recognition in the academic discipline. Professional comportment consistent with the Faculty Code of Conduct
Earned doctoral degree (obtained by August 1st 2026) in Counseling Psychology
from an APA- accredited program
Evidence of an emerging (Assistant) or established (Associate) research agenda
and publication record
Psychology licensure or license eligibility in the State of Tennessee
Desired
Evidence of funded grant awards or participation in funded projects
Experience teaching graduate courses (in-person online or hybrid format)
Interest or experience in teaching cognitive and personality assessment
Experience providing clinical supervision including supervision of cognitive
and personality assessment
Interest in serving in the Training Director role (Associate)
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
The University of Memphis ;is a leading, student-centered, urban public R1 research institution. Located in Memphis, Tennessee, on 1,160 acres. The University ;serves a population of nearly 20,000 ;students and 2,500 employees, including more than 1,000 full-time faculty members. ;The ... View more
