Human Development Family Science Faculty Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Assistant Professor
Position Number
932038
Vacancy Open to
All Candidates
Department
AAH CHHS Human Dev and Family Sci
Department Homepage
https://hhp.ecu.edu/hdfs/
Advertising Department
HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND FAMILY SCIENCE
Division
Academic Affairs
Classification Title
Assistant Professor
Working Title
Assistant Professor
Number of Vacancies
1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE)
1.0
Full Time or Part Time
Full Time
Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.
Commensurate with Qualifications
Position Location (City)
Greenville
Position Type
Faculty (Teaching)
Job Category
Faculty (Teaching)
Organizational Unit Overview
The College of Health and Human Sciences at East Carolina University is committed to improving the quality of life and health of individuals, families, and communities across North Carolina and beyond. Through its certificate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs, the College prepares students to deliver professional and clinical services, conduct impactful research, and develop innovative, real-world solutions that promote healthier lives and lasting positive change.
The College values experiential learning, with faculty and students working side by side in classrooms, clinics, laboratories, and community settings to advance excellence in education, research, and service. Students are empowered to discover their purpose while preparing for meaningful careers that improve lives, strengthen communities, and advance health and wellness in a wide range of professional fields.
The Department of Human Development and Family Science (HDFS) is one of 12 academic units in the College of Health and Human Sciences. It has approximately 300 full-time students enrolled in one of four undergraduate programs: Family and Community Services, Birth-Kindergarten Teacher Education (BK), Family and Consumer Sciences Education (FACS), and Child Life. The department also houses approximately 200 HDFS minors. An additional 50 students are enrolled in one of two master's programs: Human Development and Family Science (HDFS), Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT), or a Ph.D. program in Medical Family Therapy (MedFT). The department houses the Nancy W. Darden Child Development Center, the Redditt House: Medical Family Therapy Research Academy, and the ECU Family Therapy Clinic. The Medical Family Therapy program serves as the first of its kind in the nation and the MFT program was the first to be COAMFTE accredited in the state of North Carolina. Both programs hold a strong standing with COAMFTE.
Job Duties
The Department of Human Development and Family Science (HDFS) at East Carolina University (ECU) invites applications for a nine-month tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 2027 in the program areas of Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) and Medical Family Therapy (MedFT).
The successful candidate will demonstrate innovation and excellence in scholarship, research, teaching, clinical supervision, and the application of knowledge. Responsibilities include:

• Developing and maintaining an active research agenda and pursuing external funding opportunities.
• Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in established areas of expertise.
• Supervising master's and doctoral students in the Medical Family Therapy (MedFT) and Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) programs.
• Chairing theses and dissertations and serving as an advisor and mentor to MedFT/MFT students.
• Providing meaningful service to the profession, university, and broader community.
• Fostering a collegial, collaborative, and supportive environment through effective engagement with students, staff, faculty, and administrators.

Contingent upon availability of funds.
Minimum Education/Experience

• Earned PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy, Medical Family Therapy, or related field, such as Psychology or Counseling, from regionally accredited institutions. Candidates with the PhD conferred at the time of initial appointment will hold the probationary rank of Assistant Professor. ABD candidates will also be initially appointed with the probationary term rank of Assistant Professor and must have the terminal degree conferred prior to their first reappointment.
• Demonstrate evidence of a commitment to excellence in research, grant writing, teaching, clinical supervision, and professional service.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

• Eligible for North Carolina Licensure; AAMFT Approved Supervisor or AAMFT Approved Supervisor Candidate.

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

• Research experience aligning with or adjacent to Medical Family Therapy.
• Supervision and/or clinical experience in integrated or healthcare settings.
• History of successfully acquiring external grant funding.
• Experience with creating/maintaining community and/or interdisciplinary collaborations.

Special Instructions to Applicant
Application screening begins late September 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.
In order to apply, candidates must submit the following materials online at www.jobs.ecu.edu:

1. Cover letter addressing the position description
2. Curriculum Vitae/Resume
3. A list of three references with contact information.
4. Copy of Transcript from all graduate education programs from colleges/universities attended.

As part of the screening process, the references provided may be contacted.
At the time of employment two to three original letters of reference, official transcripts, a criminal background check, and proper documentation of identity and employability are required.
Applicants must complete a candidate profile by creating an account (see "Create Account" by following the link below) online via the PeopleAdmin system (https://ecu.peopleadmin.com).
Please be aware that if selected as a candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system.
Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered for meeting this requirement.
For letters of reference not submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system, please have the original signed letters mailed to Lee Gaylord (HDFS 932038) East Carolina University, College of Health and Human Sciences 1000 East 5th Street, Rivers West 238 Mail stop 505, Greenville, NC 27858.
Salary is competitive and commensurate with achievement and experience. It is expected that this position will begin in August 2027.
For further information, please contact: Dr. Jakob (Jake) Jensen, Jensenja14@ecu.edu,
252-328-1356.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Additional Instructions to Applicant
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.
Job Open Date
08/24/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.
Initial Screening Begins
09/24/2026
Rank Level
Assistant Professor
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/96554
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Eligibility for Employment
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