Emory and Boston University seek professors in health and counseling psychology

Emory University's Center for the Study of Human Health is recruiting an Assistant Teaching Professor in Health, Wellbeing and Humanities for the Fall 2027 semester, according to The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education. The program offers interdisciplinary liberal arts courses and degrees focusing on health and the human condition, including a Bachelor of Arts in Human Health and various minors and concentrations.

The successful candidate at Emory must have experience teaching undergraduate courses that explore health through historical, social, cultural, literary, and artistic perspectives. They should be able to contribute to courses in bioethics, philosophical traditions, cross-cultural health perceptions, emerging biotechnologies, and health narratives. The position is full-time with a teaching load of five courses per academic year.

Meanwhile, Boston University's Wheelock College of Education and Human Development is inviting applications for a tenure-track Associate or Full Professor in Counseling Psychology, as reported by The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education. The department emphasizes research and teaching in trauma, resilience, healing, and thriving among marginalized populations, with a focus on Black/African American mental health.

The ideal candidate at Boston University will have a significant research program aligned with national needs and the university’s strategic priorities, including mental health disparities, trauma-informed practices, radical healing, and equity. The department values cultural and social diversity and encourages applicants who support equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Both positions highlight a commitment to advancing health and wellbeing education through interdisciplinary and culturally informed approaches, with opportunities to mentor students and engage in collaborative scholarship.

What we're watching: How these faculty hires will enhance educational offerings and research in health humanities and counseling psychology at their respective institutions.