Assistant Professor: Tech-Driven Child & Family Mental Health

Boston College, School of Social Work; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 135,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boston College School of Social Work (BCSSW) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Mental Health, Children, Youth, and Families, with a focus on emerging technologies, beginning Fall 2027.

Candidates should hold a Ph.D. or equivalent, demonstrate potential for outstanding research and teaching, and be prepared to contribute to undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs while collaborating across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree required at appointment.
• Strong potential for excellence in research and teaching.
• Interest in social work practice, policy, or education.
• Experience with interdisciplinary research and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Teach and mentor undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students.
• Advance interdisciplinary research on mental health for children, youth, and families.
• Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines and engage with social service systems.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Teaching and mentoring

Research excellence

Human-computer interaction awareness

Education

Ph.D. or terminal degree

Job description

The Boston College School of Social Work (BCSSW) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Mental Health, Children, Youth, and Families, with a focus on emerging technologies, beginning Fall 2027.

Candidates should hold a Ph.D. or equivalent, demonstrate potential for outstanding research and teaching, and be prepared to contribute to undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs while collaborating across disciplines.