Assistant Or Associate Professor Jobs in Virginia
Assistant Or Associate Professor jobs in Virginia are open across Charlottesville, Richmond, and Lexington and other Virginia metros, with employers like University of Virginia, Virginia Commonwealth University, and Regent University hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
The Counseling Department in Regent University's School of Psychology and Counseling is accepting applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor position with primary responsibilities in our Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling (MCFC) program. We seek a candidate with a clear professional identity and expertise in marriage and family counseling who can integrate Christian faith with systemic and relational counseling approaches while maintaining excellence in teaching, research, and service. The position requires evening and summer teaching, with candidates expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching across face-to-face, online, and hybrid course delivery modalities. The position will be housed at the main University campus in Virginia Beach, VA.
Work Location: Virginia Beach, VA*
Regent University is one of the nation's leading academic centers for Christian thought and action, offering over 150 associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees and enrolling more than 13,000 students worldwide. Regent offers high-quality, in-demand and affordable degree programs while remaining committed to its foundational mission to educate Christian leaders to change the world.
ABOUT OUR PROGRAM
The Counseling Department is housed in the School of Psychology and Counseling. It offers four CACREP degree programs:
- M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (online and face-to-face)
- M.A. in School Counseling (online and face-to-face)
- M.A. in Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling (online and face-to-face)
- Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision (online)
The Ph.D. program was the first CACREP-accredited doctoral program to be offered completely within an online format. Faculty and students are active participants in the American Counseling Association (ACA), Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (ACES), American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT), Chi Sigma Iota (CSI) and other national, regional, and state organizations, including the Counseling/Counselor Education Track within the Christian Association for Psychological Studies (CAPS). The programs draw students from across the country and around the world to develop their counselor identity and skill set within a Christian paradigm and worldview. Faculty who can articulate systemic and relational counseling theory and practice through the lens of the Christian tradition are essential in carrying out the mission of the school and the university.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Earned doctorate from a Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) accredited Counselor Education and Supervision program
- Clear professional identity as a Marriage and Family Therapist or counselor specializing in marriage and family work
- Current licensure as an LMFT or LPC with significant training and experience in marriage, couple, and family counseling
- Demonstrated expertise in systemic and relational counseling theory and practice
- Ability to teach across the counselor education curriculum, with primary teaching and supervision responsibilities in the Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling master's program
Expectations include 1) a dedication to Christ-centered teaching and learning; 2) a record of or potential for academic scholarship; 3) the ability to teach graduate-level courses; 4) facility with online instructional technology; and 5) a willingness to embrace the College and University Identity and Mission statements and subscribe to a statement of Christian faith.
Please submit CV, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts along with your application.
BENEFITS
Regent offers a wide range of generous benefits including health, life and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; tuition incentives; fully vested retirement plans; life and disability insurance options, time off, and more. All regular faculty and staff serving at Regent and working a minimum of 30 hours per week will receive an attractive benefits package.
Remote work arrangements may be available for highly qualified candidates.
INTRODUCTION
The Counseling Department in Regent University's School of Psychology and Counseling is accepting applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor position with primary responsibilities in our Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling (MCFC) program. We seek a candidate with a clear professional identity and expertise in marriage and family counseling who can integrate Christian faith with systemic and relational counseling approaches while maintaining excellence in teaching, research, and service. The position requires evening and summer teaching, with candidates expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching across face-to-face, online, and hybrid course delivery modalities. The position will be housed at the main University campus in Virginia Beach, VA.
Work Location: Virginia Beach, VA*
Regent University is one of the nation's leading academic centers for Christian thought and action, offering over 150 associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees and enrolling more than 13,000 students worldwide. Regent offers high-quality, in-demand and affordable degree programs while remaining committed to its foundational mission to educate Christian leaders to change the world.
ABOUT OUR PROGRAM
The Counseling Department is housed in the School of Psychology and Counseling. It offers four CACREP degree programs:
- M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (online and face-to-face)
- M.A. in School Counseling (online and face-to-face)
- M.A. in Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling (online and face-to-face)
- Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision (online)
The Ph.D. program was the first CACREP-accredited doctoral program to be offered completely within an online format. Faculty and students are active participants in the American Counseling Association (ACA), Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (ACES), American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT), Chi Sigma Iota (CSI) and other national, regional, and state organizations, including the Counseling/Counselor Education Track within the Christian Association for Psychological Studies (CAPS). The programs draw students from across the country and around the world to develop their counselor identity and skill set within a Christian paradigm and worldview. Faculty who can articulate systemic and relational counseling theory and practice through the lens of the Christian tradition are essential in carrying out the mission of the school and the university.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Earned doctorate from a Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) accredited Counselor Education and Supervision program
- Clear professional identity as a Marriage and Family Therapist or counselor specializing in marriage and family work
- Current licensure as an LMFT or LPC with significant training and experience in marriage, couple, and family counseling
- Demonstrated expertise in systemic and relational counseling theory and practice
- Ability to teach across the counselor education curriculum, with primary teaching and supervision responsibilities in the Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling master's program
Expectations include 1) a dedication to Christ-centered teaching and learning; 2) a record of or potential for academic scholarship; 3) the ability to teach graduate-level courses; 4) facility with online instructional technology; and 5) a willingness to embrace the College and University Identity and Mission statements and subscribe to a statement of Christian faith.
Please submit CV, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts along with your application.
BENEFITS
Regent offers a wide range of generous benefits including health, life and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; tuition incentives; fully vested retirement plans; life and disability insurance options, time off, and more. All regular faculty and staff serving at Regent and working a minimum of 30 hours per week will receive an attractive benefits package.
Remote work arrangements may be available for highly qualified candidates.
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Who's Hiring
- University of Virginia3
- Virginia Commonwealth University3
- Regent University1
- Virginia Military Institute1
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- Education8
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant or associate professor jobs across Virginia.
- Earned doctorate or terminal degree in a relevant discipline from an accredited institution
- Active research agenda with peer-reviewed publications or creative works appropriate to rank
- Demonstrated teaching effectiveness at the undergraduate or graduate level
- Evidence of or strong potential for external grant funding and scholarly impact
- Ability to contribute to graduate mentorship and departmental service commitments
- Commitment to curriculum development and interdisciplinary collaboration within the college
Assistant Or Associate Professor Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How many assistant or associate professor jobs are there in Virginia?
There are 8+ assistant or associate professor openings in Virginia on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Charlottesville, Richmond, and Lexington. New positions post regularly as employers across Virginia hire.
Which Virginia cities have the most assistant or associate professor jobs?
Charlottesville, Richmond, and Lexington have the most assistant or associate professor openings in Virginia right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire assistant or associate professors in Virginia?
Employers hiring assistant or associate professors in Virginia include University of Virginia, Virginia Commonwealth University, and Regent University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote assistant or associate professor jobs in Virginia?
Yes. About 0% of assistant or associate professor openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Virginia metros.
How do I apply for assistant or associate professor jobs in Virginia?
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