Core Faculty, Expressive Therapies PhD Program (Open Rank)

Lesley University

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Lesley University invites applications for a faculty position in the Expressive Therapies Department, with primary responsibilities in the PhD in Expressive Therapies program and additional teaching in the Master’s Art Therapy specialization. The Core Faculty member will teach doctoral courses, advise PhD students, supervise dissertation research, and contribute to the ongoing development of the PhD curriculum. Additional responsibilities include teaching in the Master’s Art Therapy specialization and supporting program initiatives that strengthen the integration of theory, research, and creative practice across the department. Founded in 1973, Lesley University’s Expressive Therapies program was one of the first graduate programs in the United States dedicated to training professionals in this emerging, creative, and vital field. More than 50 years later, the program continues to push the boundaries of expressive therapies knowledge, practice, and pedagogy. Our extraordinary faculty of artist‑practitioner‑scholars guide students in developing their identities as both artists and researchers, fostering a learning environment where creativity, inquiry, and therapeutic practice are deeply interconnected.

Requirements

• Terminal degree (PhD, EdD, or equivalent) in Art Therapy (preferred) or Expressive Therapies (art, dance, drama, expressive arts, music therapy), Counseling, Psychology, or a closely related field (required)
• Experience with research methods and doctoral-level teaching and/or dissertation advising (required)
• Demonstrated expertise in expressive therapies research (required)
• Demonstrated expertise in expressive therapies clinical application (preferred)
• Professional expertise and graduate-level preparation in Art Therapy (preferred)
• Art Therapy credential (ATR/ATR-BC) and relevant clinical licensure (preferred)
• Demonstrated record of scholarship, research, and creative inquiry. (required)
• Commitment to collaborative and inclusive teaching and mentoring. (required)
• Required to teach across multiple formats, such as in-person classroom teaching and distance learning

Nice To Haves

• Terminal degree (PhD, EdD, or equivalent) in Art Therapy (preferred)
• Demonstrated expertise in expressive therapies clinical application (preferred)
• Professional expertise and graduate-level preparation in Art Therapy (preferred)
• Art Therapy credential (ATR/ATR-BC) and relevant clinical licensure (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Teach doctoral courses in expressive therapies theory and research.
• Mentor PhD students, supervise dissertation research, and serve on dissertation committees.
• Teach master’s‑level courses in Art Therapy courses and contribute to specialization‑specific initiatives.
• Support curriculum development, program assessment, student recruitment and retention, and other departmental initiatives.
• Participate in faculty governance, departmental and university service, and collaborative work across programs.
• Maintain an active scholarly, creative, and clinical practice appropriate to the role.
• Active in relevant professional organizations
• Contribute to a learning environment grounded in equity, inclusion, cultural responsiveness, and student success.
• Participate in departmental governance, faculty meetings, and university service.
• Contribute to curriculum development, program innovation, and long-term strategic planning.

Benefits

• health, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance
• significant paid time off
• generous retirement plan
• tuition programs that enable employees and their dependents to expand their knowledge and skills

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree