University Faculty Child & Family Studies

National Council on Family Relations; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Tuition benefits

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Ogden, Utah is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Child and Family Studies. The role involves a full-time teaching load, student advising, research, and participation in university committees. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. or ABD status with a focus on Family Science or closely related fields. A strong commitment to teaching and a demonstrated research agenda are expected. This position offers a generous benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Ability to teach a diverse curriculum in Family Studies and related areas.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level.
• Commitment to contributing to the NCFR content areas.

Responsibilities

• Teach a wide variety of courses including GenEd and Family Studies courses.
• Publish research and serve on multiple departmental committees.
• Mentor students and develop new programs in Marriage and Family Therapy.

Skills

Teaching undergraduate and graduate students

Strong communication skills

Research and publication

Advising and mentoring students

Education

Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy or related field

Tools

CFLE competencies documentation

AAMFT training alignment

Job description

University Faculty Child & Family Studies

Posting Date: March 10, 2026

University Faculty Child & Family Studies
Requisition Number: F00515P

Job Description:

The Department of Child and Family Studies at Weber State University is seeking applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position. The tenure-track position includes a full-time undergraduate/graduate teaching load of 12 hours per semester in Family Science, Family Life Education, Human Development, and Marriage and Family Therapy with expectations of publication, student advising, and participation in departmental, university, and community committees. Preference will be given to applicants with clinical training and work experience.

Job Duties:

Duties include teaching a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate courses, which may include GenEd Courses and Family Studies courses, publishing research, serving on multiple committees, advising and mentoring students, and developing a new program in graduate studies in Marriage and Family Therapy.

Required Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in either Marriage and Family Therapy, Family Studies, Family Science, Human Development and Family Studies, or closely related field (a strong ABD may be considered if degree completed by August 21, 2026).
• The candidate must be able to teach in support of the department curriculum designed around the NCFR content areas and criteria for training Certified Family Life Educators and provide documentation of competencies as they relate to the 10 CFLE content areas.
• The candidate must be able to teach in support of the department curriculum, designed around the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists in training graduate students (AAMFT).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching undergraduate or graduate students.
• A Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with strong evidence of commitment to providing quality service.
• A therapist with a background in mental health and/or professional practices working with infants through adults.
• A degree in Family Science and/or Education.
• A background in trauma-informed teaching and education in multiple areas.
• A willingness to teach general education courses and collaborative WSU /Honors courses.
• Related community service and experience with underrepresented groups is desired.
• A demonstrated research agenda and interest in involving students in research activities.
• A track record of scholarly publication and the potential for grant procurement are desired.

Background Check? Yes

Benefits Summary:

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays.

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Open Date: 03/03/2026

Close Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Notes to Applicants:

If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The position comes with a generous benefits summary: https://www.weber.edu/benefits/faculty-benefits-summary.html

To apply, please complete the online application and attach the following:

• Cover letter
• Transcripts
• One-page philosophy statement on how your qualifications meet our program needs
• Current Curriculum Vita
• The names and contact information for five professional references

Screening of applications will begin April 3, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.

Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.

Physical Activity of this position: Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly., Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.

Physical Requirements of this position: Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision: Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position: None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).

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