- Display a respect for human dignity.
- Exhibit a commitment to fulfillment of their individual potential.
- Show an understanding of educational and counseling processes with knowledge in their specific field of endeavor.
- Apply ethical and competent behavior in the use of counseling skills.
- Acquire and use knowledge of the roles and functions of others working in related fields.
- Possess and display maturity in self-development.
- Understand issues and trends of a multicultural and diverse society.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
(1) Earned doctorate degree in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP-accredited program. ABD will be considered but a doctorate degree must be conferred prior to the position start date (including follow-up confirmation from the dissertation chairperson stating that the dissertation defense has been scheduled may be required); (2) Experience working with counseling graduate students in instruction, clinical supervision, and/or scholarly activities; (3) Licensed or license eligible as a Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the State of Ohio
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1) Involvement in or affiliation with professional counseling organizations (e.g., ACA, ACES, state-level associations and/or subdivisions); (2) Successful use of technology in in-person, hybrid, and online instruction and/or clinical supervision; (3) A successful record of scholarly activities (publications, presentations, and/or grant writing)
To apply for this position, you must (a) complete the online application and (b) attach the necessary documents including CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Philosophy, Graduate Transcripts, and Contact Information of 3 Professional References.
Application Deadline: September 24, 2026
FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt):
Union Affiliation (if applicable):
American Association of University ProfessorsFor assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:
Danielle Ester (Private)Email:
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Non-Discrimination StatementThe University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
State of Residence StatementIt is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.
Skills Required
- Earned doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP-accredited program (ABD considered if doctorate conferred before start)
- Experience working with counseling graduate students in instruction, clinical supervision, and/or scholarly activities
- Licensed or license eligible as a Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the State of Ohio
- Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter, Teaching Philosophy, Graduate Transcripts, and Contact Information for 3 Professional References
- Involvement in or affiliation with professional counseling organizations (e.g., ACA, ACES, state associations)
- Successful use of technology in in-person, hybrid, and online instruction and/or clinical supervision
- Record of scholarly activities (publications, presentations, and/or grant writing)
What We Do
The University of Akron is a public research university in Ohio that offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs, with a strong focus on STEM fields and polymer research.
