DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY AT THE CITADEL – PROFESSOR OF PRACTICE POSITION

The Department of Psychology at The Citadel invites applications for a non-tenure track Professor of Practice in Clinical or Counseling Psychology to begin in August 2025. The position will primarily teach graduate courses in our robust Clinical-Counseling MA program that is accredited by the Masters in Psychology and Counseling Accreditation Council (MPCAC) and trains Licensed Professional Counselors to work in a variety of settings. Teaching load will be 3-3 with the preference of at least 1 summer course as the graduate program is year-round. This position will also serve as the Field Placement Coordinator for the graduate program as well as contribute to other supportive roles, including advising graduate students.

Minimum requirements include a doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology, licensed or license-eligible in SC, and previous administrative, supervision, training, and teaching experience. Preference will be given to candidates with at least 3 years of direct clinical/counseling experience working with a diverse range of populations, settings, and mental health conditions across the lifespan; knowledge of community mental health policy and practice; and previous experience supervising clinical work, working on a multi-disciplinary team, and teaching in higher education. Previous administrative experience is preferred. In addition, we seek candidates who fit with our philosophy of training students in the use of empirically-supported treatments.

The Department of Psychology (with 11 full-time faculty) has approximately 75 undergraduate majors; in addition, we have about 110 graduate students in two programs – Clinical- Counseling and School Psychology, both accredited (by MPCAC and NASP/CAEP, respectively).  The Citadel is a co-educational military college that provides a unique undergraduate learning environment complemented by a non-military Citadel Graduate College.  The Citadel is ranked the #1 Public College in the South, offering up to a master’s degree for twelve consecutive years, and one of the Ten Most Innovative Schools in the South by U.S. News and World Report. The Citadel is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer actively committed to ensuring diversity in all campus employment. The campus is located on the banks of the Ashley River on the Charleston peninsula, where the mild winters, nearby beaches, cultural activities, and culinary options combine to create a vibrant place to live.  Additionally, the nearby Medical University of South Carolina offers opportunities for collaboration and research. 

Please attach: curriculum vitae; cover letter that addresses teaching interests, training philosophy, and your general suitability for the position; and at least three letters of reference.  Questions may be directed to Dr. Genelle Sawyer, sawyerg1@citadel.edu, or (843) 953-5320. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.