Associate or Full Professor of Counseling Psychology, Wheelock College of Education and Human Development

Boston University • Boston, MA

15d • $120,000 - $170,000

About The Position

The Department of Counseling Psychology and Applied Human Development within Boston University’s Wheelock College of Education and Human Development invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Associate or Full Professor in Counseling Psychology. The position contributes to teaching and practice in the APA-approved Counseling Psychology Ph.D. program and the Ed.M. Counseling program, which offers specializations in Sport Psychology, Child and Adolescent Mental Health, and School Counseling.

Competitive candidates will have a significant program of research and be engaged in collaborative scholarship, practice, and teaching. The department seeks a scholar whose research addresses a growing national need and aligns with BU Wheelock’s strategic priorities concerning trauma, resilience, healing, and thriving among marginalized populations. Particular interest is in research on the lived experiences of Black/African Americans, including mental health disparities, trauma-informed practices, radical healing, resilience and thriving, equity and social justice, mental health interventions in sport and exercise settings, and/or career and vocational interventions. Candidates should support the university’s commitment to equity, diversity, belonging, and inclusion, and to curricula that engage deeply with the histories, experiences, challenges, and resilience of marginalized individuals.

This is a nine-month academic appointment. The expected base pay range is $120,000–$170,000, with the possibility of earning additional compensation for up to three months through activities such as funded research and summer teaching. The position begins July 1, 2027. Applications will be reviewed beginning December 1, 2026, and the search will continue until the position is filled.

Requirements

• A significant program of research.
• Ability to contribute to the practice and teaching of core courses in the APA-approved Counseling Psychology Ph.D. program and Ed.M. Counseling program.
• Background in engaged and collaborative scholarship, practice, and teaching.
• Commitment to curricula that deeply engage with the histories, experiences, challenges, and resilience of marginalized individuals.
• Support for the university’s commitment to equity, diversity, belonging, and inclusion.

Nice To Haves

• Research expertise aligned with trauma, resilience, healing, and thriving among marginalized populations.
• Research focused on the lived experiences of Black/African Americans, potentially including mental health disparities, trauma-informed practices, radical healing, resilience and thriving, equity and social justice, mental health interventions in sport and exercise settings, and/or career and vocational interventions.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate-level courses related to the doctoral program in counseling psychology and the master’s degree program in counseling.
• Maintain a strong program of grant-funded research.
• Supervise graduate students in practicum placements and independent research.
• Provide service to the department, college or university, and profession.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed