Assistant/Associate Professor, Department of Counseling

Regis University • Thornton, CO

11h • Hybrid

About The Position

Regis University, a Jesuit institution in the Denver, Colorado metro area, is seeking full-time Assistant/Associate Professors for the Department of Counseling. This role is within the School of Mental and Behavioral Health and the Rueckert-Hartman College for Health Professions. The department features a state-of-the-art training clinic, strong community partnerships, and opportunities for inter-professional education. The successful candidate will facilitate student-directed learning, emphasizing accountability and teamwork, and demonstrate excellence in various teaching methods and collaboration with diverse groups. This position serves both the in-person master’s program and the new hybrid online Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision launching in fall 2025. Most duties will be performed at the Interprofessional Health Campus in Thornton, Colorado. Bilingual (Spanish-speaking) applicants are encouraged. Faculty presence is required on Wednesdays from 9 AM to 2 PM and for evening classes. This role is not suitable for remote-only positions. The preferred start date is August 24th, 2026.

Requirements

• Earned doctoral degree in counselor education, preferably from a CACREP-accredited program; or a related doctoral degree and employed as a full-time faculty member in a counselor education program for a minimum of one full academic year before July 1, 2013.
• Licensed as a Professional Counselor or eligible for licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate in Colorado within two months of the start date.
• Experience integrating research with practice and teaching.

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in at least one of the following areas: A strong record of peer-reviewed publications in counseling journals, including at least one peer-reviewed article published within the past year in an ACA- or ASCA-endorsed journal, and a commitment to collaborating with colleagues to foster a culture of research excellence.
• Proven success in online teaching and curriculum design, with expertise in hybrid and online learning models.
• Commitment to the values of the Regis Jesuit mission and fostering a sense of community and belonging.
• Bi-lingual (Spanish-speaking)
• Excellent collegiality and collaboration skills
• Innovative and adaptive teaching approaches
• Willing to invest in a collaborative, team-based approach within the Department and School.

Responsibilities

• Teaching
• Curriculum development
• Student advising and mentoring
• Clinical supervision
• Service to the department, school, college, university, community, and profession
• Engaging in scholarship and research

Benefits

• Comprehensive group health insurance, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance.
• A generous tuition benefit for employees, spouses and dependents
• Paid Mission leave to allow employees to engage in acts of service or for personal reflection.
• The "Gift of Time" when Regis closes between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
• Options for flexible work arrangements based on position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree