The Professor of the Practice will play a central role in teaching, advising, and supporting students within assigned academic programs. In addition to delivering high-quality instruction, the faculty member will contribute to program oversight through curriculum development, student advising, and collaboration with faculty and program leadership to ensure the continued strength and relevance of program offerings.

This position requires an innovative educator with strong disciplinary expertise and a commitment to applied teaching, student engagement, and academic excellence in a professional learning environment. The successful candidate will contribute to the continued growth and quality of the Applied Liberal Arts major through teaching, advising, curriculum development, assessment activities, and collaboration with faculty and academic leadership.

This is a 12-month faculty appointment with a normal workload equivalent to a 2-2-2 teaching load. Faculty are expected to teach two courses in the fall semester and two courses in the spring semester. Summer responsibilities include teaching one course and fulfilling the equivalent of one course release through assigned programmatic responsibilities, which may include student advising, curriculum development, assessment, faculty collaboration, enrollment support, and other initiatives that advance the mission and strategic goals of the Applied Liberal Arts major and the Woods College.

The expected salary range for this position is $100,000-110,000 for the Assistant Professor of the Practice rank, $115,00-125,000 for Associate Professor of the Practice rank, and $130,000-140,000 for the Professor of the Practice Rank. The actual pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, candidate qualifications and prior experience, scope of responsibilities, internal equity, and market considerations.

Health and Human Services

The Professor of the Practice in Health and Human Services will support Woods College's undergraduate and graduate programs in psychology, criminal and social justice, health administration, writing, and related health, human services, and social science disciplines. At the undergraduate level, the faculty member will teach and advise students across programs and areas of study including Psychology, Criminal and Social Justice, Sociology, Political Science, and Interdisciplinary Studies, while at the graduate level contributing to programs including the Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA), Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), and MA in Writing and the Human Condition. Through teaching, advising, curriculum development, assessment, and collaboration with faculty and program leadership, the faculty member will help students connect academic study to professional, healthcare, civic, and community-based applications while fostering critical thinking, communication, leadership, and analytical skills. The position will play a key role in supporting student success, strengthening connections across undergraduate and graduate programs, and advancing Woods College's commitment to applied learning and academic excellence.

Primary Responsibilities
Teaching and Instruction

The Professor of the Practice will teach courses within assigned undergraduate or graduate programs and contribute to the development of a dynamic and engaging learning environment across multiple instructional modalities.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing and delivering course lectures in asynchronous online, synchronous online, hybrid, and in-person formats.
• Developing and updating course materials, including syllabi, readings, assignments, and assessments appropriate to multiple instructional modalities.
• Designing courses that emphasize applied learning and real-world problem solving.
• Supervising student work on applied projects, research assignments, or experiential learning activities.
• Developing and grading assessments including examinations, written assignments, and project-based work.
• Maintaining regular office hours and providing academic support to students.
• Integrating innovative teaching methods and instructional technologies into course delivery across online and classroom environments.

Student Advising and Mentorship

The Professor of the Practice will advise students enrolled in assigned programs and support their academic and professional development.

Responsibilities include:

• Advising students on course selection, academic progress, and program requirements.
• Mentoring students on research projects, capstone experiences, or applied learning opportunities.
• Supporting students in identifying career pathways and professional development opportunities.
• Providing guidance to students experiencing academic challenges and connecting them with appropriate resources.
• Participating in admissions activities when appropriate, including reviewing applications or engaging with prospective students.

Program Development and Curriculum Oversight

The Professor of the Practice will contribute to the ongoing development and oversight of assigned academic programs.

Responsibilities include:

• Participating in curriculum development and periodic review of program coursework.
• Proposing and developing new courses or programmatic enhancements that strengthen program offerings.
• Collaborating with faculty and program leadership to maintain academic quality and program coherence.
• Supporting assessment initiatives that evaluate student learning outcomes and program effectiveness.
• Contributing to program planning efforts that support enrollment growth, innovation, and responsiveness to industry or societal needs.
• Reviewing assigned courses (particularly online and hybrid formats) to ensure alignment with program standards, learning objectives, and best practices in course design and delivery.
• Providing structured feedback and recommendations for course improvement, including instructional design, content quality, student engagement, and overall learning experience.

Applied Learning and External Engagement

The Professor of the Practice will support the program's emphasis on applied learning by connecting academic content with professional practice.

Responsibilities include:

• Coordinating applied projects, case studies, or experiential learning opportunities within courses.
• Collaborating with external partners, organizations, or industry professionals where appropriate.
• Participating in events, workshops, or guest lectures that enhance student exposure to professional practice.
• Supporting initiatives that strengthen the connection between academic programs and professional communities.

Service and Contribution to the Woods College Community

The Professor of the Practice will contribute to the academic life and mission of the Woods College of Advancing Studies.

Responsibilities include:

• Participating in faculty meetings, program meetings, and other academic activities.
• Contributing to program and college initiatives that support student success and academic excellence.
• Collaborating with colleagues to strengthen the learning community within Woods College of Advancing Studies.
• Supporting the mission and values of Boston College and the Woods College of Advancing Studies.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

• Terminal Degree is required.
• Demonstrated ability to teach at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.
• Strong commitment to teaching excellence and student engagement.
• Ability to teach effectively across multiple instructional modalities including asynchronous online, synchronous online, hybrid, and in-person environments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and a commitment to collaborative program development.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching in professional or applied academic programs.
• Experience advising students at the undergraduate or graduate level.
• Experience developing curriculum or academic programming.
• Engagement with professional or industry communities relevant to the discipline.
• Experience designing and teaching courses across multiple instructional modalities, including asynchronous online, synchronous online, hybrid, and in-person formats, with the ability to adapt pedagogy and course design to support student engagement and learning outcomes.
• Experience incorporating applied learning, experiential projects, case-based instruction, or partnerships with industry or community organizations into course design.
• Professional experience in a field relevant to the discipline that informs teaching and supports applied learning opportunities for students.

The Professor of the Practice will play a central role in teaching, advising, and supporting students within assigned academic programs. In addition to delivering high-quality instruction, the faculty member will contribute to program oversight through curriculum development, student advising, and collaboration with faculty and program leadership to ensure the continued strength and relevance of program offerings.

This position requires an innovative educator with strong disciplinary expertise and a commitment to applied teaching, student engagement, and academic excellence in a professional learning environment. The successful candidate will contribute to the continued growth and quality of the Applied Liberal Arts major through teaching, advising, curriculum development, assessment activities, and collaboration with faculty and academic leadership.

This is a 12-month faculty appointment with a normal workload equivalent to a 2-2-2 teaching load. Faculty are expected to teach two courses in the fall semester and two courses in the spring semester. Summer responsibilities include teaching one course and fulfilling the equivalent of one course release through assigned programmatic responsibilities, which may include student advising, curriculum development, assessment, faculty collaboration, enrollment support, and other initiatives that advance the mission and strategic goals of the Applied Liberal Arts major and the Woods College.

The expected salary range for this position is $100,000-110,000 for the Assistant Professor of the Practice rank, $115,00-125,000 for Associate Professor of the Practice rank, and $130,000-140,000 for the Professor of the Practice Rank. The actual pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, candidate qualifications and prior experience, scope of responsibilities, internal equity, and market considerations.

Health and Human Services

The Professor of the Practice in Health and Human Services will support Woods College's undergraduate and graduate programs in psychology, criminal and social justice, health administration, writing, and related health, human services, and social science disciplines. At the undergraduate level, the faculty member will teach and advise students across programs and areas of study including Psychology, Criminal and Social Justice, Sociology, Political Science, and Interdisciplinary Studies, while at the graduate level contributing to programs including the Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA), Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), and MA in Writing and the Human Condition. Through teaching, advising, curriculum development, assessment, and collaboration with faculty and program leadership, the faculty member will help students connect academic study to professional, healthcare, civic, and community-based applications while fostering critical thinking, communication, leadership, and analytical skills. The position will play a key role in supporting student success, strengthening connections across undergraduate and graduate programs, and advancing Woods College's commitment to applied learning and academic excellence.

Primary Responsibilities
Teaching and Instruction

The Professor of the Practice will teach courses within assigned undergraduate or graduate programs and contribute to the development of a dynamic and engaging learning environment across multiple instructional modalities.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing and delivering course lectures in asynchronous online, synchronous online, hybrid, and in-person formats.
• Developing and updating course materials, including syllabi, readings, assignments, and assessments appropriate to multiple instructional modalities.
• Designing courses that emphasize applied learning and real-world problem solving.
• Supervising student work on applied projects, research assignments, or experiential learning activities.
• Developing and grading assessments including examinations, written assignments, and project-based work.
• Maintaining regular office hours and providing academic support to students.
• Integrating innovative teaching methods and instructional technologies into course delivery across online and classroom environments.

Student Advising and Mentorship

The Professor of the Practice will advise students enrolled in assigned programs and support their academic and professional development.

Responsibilities include:

• Advising students on course selection, academic progress, and program requirements.
• Mentoring students on research projects, capstone experiences, or applied learning opportunities.
• Supporting students in identifying career pathways and professional development opportunities.
• Providing guidance to students experiencing academic challenges and connecting them with appropriate resources.
• Participating in admissions activities when appropriate, including reviewing applications or engaging with prospective students.

Program Development and Curriculum Oversight

The Professor of the Practice will contribute to the ongoing development and oversight of assigned academic programs.

Responsibilities include:

• Participating in curriculum development and periodic review of program coursework.
• Proposing and developing new courses or programmatic enhancements that strengthen program offerings.
• Collaborating with faculty and program leadership to maintain academic quality and program coherence.
• Supporting assessment initiatives that evaluate student learning outcomes and program effectiveness.
• Contributing to program planning efforts that support enrollment growth, innovation, and responsiveness to industry or societal needs.
• Reviewing assigned courses (particularly online and hybrid formats) to ensure alignment with program standards, learning objectives, and best practices in course design and delivery.
• Providing structured feedback and recommendations for course improvement, including instructional design, content quality, student engagement, and overall learning experience.

Applied Learning and External Engagement

The Professor of the Practice will support the program's emphasis on applied learning by connecting academic content with professional practice.

Responsibilities include:

• Coordinating applied projects, case studies, or experiential learning opportunities within courses.
• Collaborating with external partners, organizations, or industry professionals where appropriate.
• Participating in events, workshops, or guest lectures that enhance student exposure to professional practice.
• Supporting initiatives that strengthen the connection between academic programs and professional communities.

Service and Contribution to the Woods College Community

The Professor of the Practice will contribute to the academic life and mission of the Woods College of Advancing Studies.

Responsibilities include:

• Participating in faculty meetings, program meetings, and other academic activities.
• Contributing to program and college initiatives that support student success and academic excellence.
• Collaborating with colleagues to strengthen the learning community within Woods College of Advancing Studies.
• Supporting the mission and values of Boston College and the Woods College of Advancing Studies.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

• Terminal Degree is required.
• Demonstrated ability to teach at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.
• Strong commitment to teaching excellence and student engagement.
• Ability to teach effectively across multiple instructional modalities including asynchronous online, synchronous online, hybrid, and in-person environments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and a commitment to collaborative program development.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching in professional or applied academic programs.
• Experience advising students at the undergraduate or graduate level.
• Experience developing curriculum or academic programming.
• Engagement with professional or industry communities relevant to the discipline.
• Experience designing and teaching courses across multiple instructional modalities, including asynchronous online, synchronous online, hybrid, and in-person formats, with the ability to adapt pedagogy and course design to support student engagement and learning outcomes.
• Experience incorporating applied learning, experiential projects, case-based instruction, or partnerships with industry or community organizations into course design.
• Professional experience in a field relevant to the discipline that informs teaching and supports applied learning opportunities for students.