Lecturer in Counseling

Oakland University Lecturer in Counseling

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Position Approval Information

First Section

School/College: School of Education & Human Services

Department: 1770 - Counseling

Position Title: Lecturer

Field of Specialty: Counseling

Name of Department Chair: Jennifer Matthews

Expected Hire Date: 09/01/2026

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title: Lecturer in Counseling

Job Description Summary:

The Department of Counseling at Oakland University, Rochester, Michigan is seeking applicants for part-time Lecturers to teach courses in their MA and Ph.D. CACREP-accredited programs.

Preferred qualifications include a) a doctorate or ABD in Counselor Education/Counseling or closely related field; b) a minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in school or clinical mental health counseling; c) graduate-level teaching experience; d) the ability to deliver courses in-class and online.

The review of applications is ongoing and continuous. Position availability varies by semester, depending on the needs of the department.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in a relevant discipline, preferably counseling, but psychology and social work may be considered

Competence in working with students from diverse populations and backgrounds

Willingness to use a web-based learning management system

Familiarity with navigating video conferencing platforms (such as Zoom) with the intent to use in some classroom or other interpersonal settings

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please attach any relevant certifications and/or licenses.

Oakland University Standard Language

Oakland University is a nationally recognized doctoral university of high research activity located on 1,443 acres of scenic land in the cities of Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills in Oakland County, Michigan. The University has 142 bachelor’s degree programs and 138 graduate degree and certificate programs. Academics include programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, School of Education and Human Services, School of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Health Sciences, School of Medicine and School of Nursing.

Open Date: 09/16/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Job Category: Part-time Faculty

EEO Statement: Oakland University is an Equal Opportunity institution.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Transcripts (unofficial)

Optional Documents

• Licenses/Certifications