Tenure-Track Asst Prof in Tech-Driven Child Mental Health

MePA; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston College School of Social Work in Chestnut Hill, MA invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor starting Fall 2027. The role emphasizes research on mental health and well-being of children, youth, and families, with interest in digital innovation and AI-driven interventions.

The candidate will teach and mentor undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students, engage in community-engaged scholarship, and show strong potential for excellence in research and teaching.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree required.
• Strong potential for excellence in research and teaching.
• Interest in engaging with social work scholars, practitioners, or social service systems.

Responsibilities

• Teach and mentor undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students.
• Conduct research advancing the mental health and well-being of children, youth, and families.
• Explore interventions using emerging technologies, AI, or digital innovation.

Skills

Interdisciplinary research

Human-centered design

Teaching at university level

Education

PhD or terminal degree in relevant field

Job description

Boston College School of Social Work in Chestnut Hill, MA invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor starting Fall 2027. The role emphasizes research on mental health and well-being of children, youth, and families, with interest in digital innovation and AI-driven interventions.

The candidate will teach and mentor undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students, engage in community-engaged scholarship, and show strong potential for excellence in research and teaching.