Asst Professor Of Practice - Counseling & Addiction Recovery Sciences bei Texas Tech University
Texas Tech University · Lubbock, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
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- Optionales Büro in Lubbock
Position Description
The Department of Community, Family, and Addiction Sciences in the College of Health and Human Sciences (CHHS) at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, assistant professor of practice position in the Counseling and Addiction Recovery Sciences (CARS) undergraduate program, with an anticipated start date of September 1, 2026. We welcome all applicants with demonstrated effectiveness as teachers, who possess clinical or teaching experience in mental health or addiction recovery counseling and have a record of professional service.
Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong records of teaching in counseling, addiction, recovery sciences, or other related mental health fields, as well as have experience with teaching online courses and working with diverse student populations and first-generation students. Deadline for submitting applications is January 1, 2026.
All prospective employees are encouraged to visit Work at Texas Tech to learn more about becoming a part of our campus community.
Travel Required
Major/Essential Functions
In line with TTU’s strategic priorities to engage and empower a diverse student body, enable innovative research and creative activities, and transform lives and communities through outreach and engaged scholarship, applicants should have experience working with diverse student populations at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels within individual or across the areas of teaching, research/creative activity, and service.
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Preferred Qualifications
In addition to the required qualifications, individuals with the following preferred qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply:
- Experience with teaching online courses
- Experience working with diverse student populations and first-generation students
- Possession of a mental health practitioner license (e.g., LMFT, Licensed Psychologist, LCSW, LPC, LCDC)
- Possession of AAMFT Clinical Membership and Approved Supervisor designation, APA Membership, NADAAC Membership, NASW Membership, or ACA Membership
- Experience with student recruitment and retention efforts.
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Does this position work in a research laboratory?
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please include the following documents in your application:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Teaching and Mentoring Statement (2-page max)
Outlining approach to teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses, in-person and online courses, and mentoring students. If available, student evaluation scores may be included in subsequent page(s)
- Names and contact information for 3 references
Questions about this position should be directed to, Dr. Cynthia Jefferson, the Search Committee Chair at (806-834-7580; [email protected]).
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About the University
About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.
