Department of Psychology, The University of Hawai’i at Hilo
UH Hilo, College of Arts & Sciences, position number 73298, tenure-track, full time, general funds, 9-month appointment to begin approximately August 2026, pending position clearance and availability of funding.
Housed in the Department of Psychology, the Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology is designed to provide multicultural, evidence-based student-centered training in counseling psychology with a specialization in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. The program has two optional concentration areas: (1) Addictions Counseling and (2) Research. The mission of the program is to prepare students to help meet the mental health service needs of the diverse and multicultural populations in Hawaii and beyond. The program is designed to train students to become knowledgeable, skillful, ethical, and reflective mental health counselors, and to serve as a foundation for students interested in pursuing advanced graduate studies.
Duties: Primary teaching duties are in the MA Program in Counseling Psychology (Specialization: Clinical Mental Health Counseling), Department of Psychology. Teach courses in Addiction Counseling and one or more of the following courses: Professional Identity and Ethics, Psychopathology over the Lifespan (DSM-5), Group Work and Counseling, Counseling Skills, and Practicum/Internship Supervision, as well as courses within the candidate’s area of specialization. Contribute to undergraduate curriculum such as Survey of Psychology, Statistics, or Research Methods. Provide academic advising. Conduct program of scholarly research. Supervise student research. Participate in program, department, university and professional service.
Minimum Qualifications: A doctoral degree in Counseling or Clinical Psychology or a closely related area from an accredited university by the time of employment. Licensed or license eligible in the State of Hawaii as a Mental Health Counselor or Psychologist by the time of employment. Demonstrated experience in teaching and/or training. Documented ability to teach courses listed under Duties. Evidence of research productivity and clear potential for developing a strong program of research in the area of the applicant’s expertise.
Desirable Qualifications: Documented excellence in teaching courses listed under Duties. Experience in mentoring graduate students. Strong research record as evidenced by empirical publications in recognized scholarly journals or research grants in the area of the applicant’s expertise. Experience working with a diverse student body.
Pay Range: Commensurate with training and experience.
To Apply: For a complete description, application instructions and to apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/
Inquiries: Bryan Kim, bryankim@hawaii.edu
Please refer to position 73298 when making inquiries.
Closing Date: Continuous recruitment, application review begins April 13, 2026, and will continue until filled
The University of Hawai’i at Hilo is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Contact: bryankim@hawaii.edu