Instructional Psychology and Technology, FT Faculty CFS Professorial (tenure track)

Brigham Young University; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham Young University (BYU) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Instructional Psychology & Technology. The department seeks an innovative scholar to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in educational technology and instructional design.

The candidate will advise MS and PhD students, develop learning materials, and lead an ambitious research program with publications in peer-reviewed venues, while contributing to BYU’s mission and community values.

Qualifications

• PhD required or completed by start date.
• Teach graduate courses in instructional design, development, assessment, psychology or evaluation.
• Mentor MS and PhD students in design, development and research of learning materials.
• Establish or maintain an active research publication record.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses in instructional design & development, assessment, psychology, or evaluation.
• Teach undergraduate courses in educational technology.
• Advise MS and PhD students.
• Devise, carry out, and maintain a robust research agenda.
• Publish and disseminate research in peer-reviewed venues.
• Embrace BYU citizenship and culture.

Skills

Teaching experience

Mentoring students

Educational technology

Learning materials development

Research publications

Education

PhD in Instructional Technology or related field

Job description

Job Title: Instructional Psychology and Technology, FT Faculty CFS Professorial (tenure track) Posting End Date: October 1, 2026 *NOTE: Last day to apply is Wednesday, September 30, 2026 @ 11:59 p.m. (MST) Position Start Date: August 1, 2027 Required Degree: PhD in Instructional Technology or related field. The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Required Experience, Skills and Knowledge:

• online PhD in Instructional Technology or related field
• Teach courses and mentor students in educational technology
• Technical ability to develop learning materials
• Ability to mentor master's and doctoral students in the design, development, and research of learning materials
• Established or emerging research publication record

Desired Experience, Skills and Knowledge:

• Experience teaching in varied contexts (e.g., K-12, blended, online, asynchronous, synchronous, in-person)
• Project management
• Understanding of User Experience and Interface Design
• Experience developing instructional products end-to-end with emerging AI tools
• Computer programming
• Experience developing instructional assessments

Duties/Expectations:

• Teach graduate courses in instructional design & development, assessment, psychology, or evaluation
• Teach undergraduate courses in educational technology
• Advise MS and PhD students
• Devise, carry out, and maintain a robust research agenda
• Publish and disseminate research in peer-reviewed venues
• Embrace and fully participate in BYU citizenship and culture

Position Announcement: The Department of Instructional Psychology & Technology (IP&T) at Brigham Young University seeks to hire a full-time, professorial faculty member. BYU is a religious institution that promotes scholars who emulate Jesus Christ, the master teacher and designer. IP&T primarily serves graduate students seeking master’s and doctoral degrees. In addition, IP&T professors teach undergraduate courses in design thinking and educational technology. We are seeking a dynamic candidate with a strong testimony of the Savior Jesus Christ and the sacred role of learning in growing closer to Him. The candidate should have technical skills and experience in designing and developing instructional products. They should have background and experience in online and blended learning; educational technology in K-12, corporate, or higher education settings; and an understanding of how to create effective user-interface and user experience designs. The candidate will be responsible for teaching courses in instructional design, eLearning tools, online teaching and learning, and educational technology for classroom use. In addition to teaching and mentoring responsibilities, IP&T places a strong emphasis on research. The ideal candidate will present an established or emerging research agenda that prioritizes improving learning experiences for God’s children. They will mentor and work with undergraduate and graduate students to design and develop effective learning solutions, cultivating a culture of inquiry that seeks to inform temporal understanding through heavenly inspiration.

This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All faculty are required to abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. The mission of Brigham Young University — founded, supported, and guided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints — is to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life. BYU employees must possess a commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the Aims of a BYU Education. That commitment is demonstrated through the following behaviors, attitudes, and expressions: intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among members of the BYU community commitment to seek and be led by the Holy Ghost in all aspects of university assignments student-centeredness above all other professional pursuits excellence in teaching, scholarship, mentoring, and citizenship commitment to a campus culture of unity, love, and belonging a pattern of exemplary conduct that combines spiritual values and personal integrity in conducting work in a professional manner consistent with the values espoused by the university and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints a pattern of public expression that faithfully promotes the mission and doctrines of the Church; is devoid of contradicting or opposing Church doctrines, policies, and general leaders; and refrains from expressions and behaviors that are dishonest, unchaste, profane, or disrespectful of others BYU is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.