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MADISON, WI
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Job overview

The Department of Counseling Psychology at the University of Wisconsin–Madison seeks a tenure-track assistant professor to contribute to counseling psychology research addressing societal concerns. Preferred research areas include research methods, professional issues, psychotherapy process and outcomes, and the future of work. The candidate will contribute to instruction and supervision across graduate and undergraduate programs, support scientist-practitioner training, and serve underserved populations. Candidates licensed or license-eligible as Wisconsin psychologists are encouraged to apply.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Counseling Psychology ResearchNovel Quantitative MethodsInstructionCounselingClinical SupervisionServing Underserved PopulationsScholarly ProductivityExternal Funding

Qualifications

Psychologist License or Eligibility

Full job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Job Category:Faculty Employment Type:Regular Job Profile:Assistant Professor Job Summary: Job summary: The Department of Counseling Psychology at The University of Wisconsin-Madison invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor in the field of counseling psychology. We seek a candidate to contribute to the department's expertise in counseling psychology research to address pressing societal concerns. Preferred areas of research include: research methods in counseling psychology, counseling psychology professional issues, psychotherapy process and outcome research, and psychology of work and the future of work. Candidates with methodological expertise in novel quantitative methods are especially encouraged to apply. The desired candidates will have the ability to contribute to instruction and supervision in our PhD program in counseling psychology, M.S. program in counseling, and undergraduate instruction related to our cross-departmental major in Health Promotion and Health Equity. Candidates will be expected to contribute to training emphasizing scientist practitioner perspectives, possess competence to serve individuals currently underserved for mental health and wellness across treatment settings, and to uphold APA and ACA professional and ethical standards. Preferred candidates will be able to demonstrate service in the field that has a specific focus in Counseling Psychology and/or components that are specific to the profession of Counseling Psychology. Candidates should demonstrate (a) evidence of scholarly productivity commensurate with rank, including likelihood of external funding; and (b) strong competence in classroom instruction, counseling, and clinical supervision. Candidates who are licensed or license eligible as a psychologist in Wisconsin are encouraged to apply. Information about the department of Counseling Psychology and School of Education: The Department of Counseling Psychology offers the MPCAC accredited master's... For full info follow application link. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/ ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/947673E251584E2A

How this job compares

Set against the 2,973 open Professor jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 30, 2026.

Pay
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  • US median$115–164K/yr787 salary ranges
  • US median$75–101/hr21 hourly ranges
Openings
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Education
2,105 of the 2,973 open Professor jobs (71%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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