Description

Lecturer in Education and Human Development

Starting date: August 1, 2026

The Department of Teaching and Learning within the Boston University Wheelock College of Education and Human Development invites applications up to two full-time Lecturer positions to start on August 1, 2026.

We are seeking up to two full-time Lecturers to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in general education, social studies for both elementary education and social studies education students, who can also help with placement coordination on both human development and social studies, and provide field-based supervision of students in their clinical practicum placements in social studies. Additional service to the programs, college, and university, such as serving on committees as well as in professional organizations, and mentoring students is expected. 

Required Qualifications:

•      Doctorate degree, preferably focusing on Social Studies Education, and on Education and Human Development, or related field.
•      Minimum three years relevant teaching experience in K-12. 
•      Relevant teaching experience in higher education.
•      Demonstrated excellence in teaching and advising at the university level. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

•      Experience supervising teaching candidates in the field.
•      Experience identifying potential placement sites for students in Education and Human Development programs.  
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Since its founding in 1839, Boston University has embraced a mission of openness and access, becoming one of the first universities in the nation to welcome all students of ability regardless of race, gender, or creed. That tradition shapes our enduring commitment to academic freedom, free inquiry, and the robust exchange of ideas.

We seek scholars who will contribute to our community of teachers and researchers through excellence in innovative scholarship, engaged teaching, and participation in the intellectual life of the University. Boston University provides an environment where faculty and students work together across disciplines, perspectives, and experiences to advance knowledge and address society’s most pressing challenges.

Boston University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Retaliation is also prohibited. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.  Under Massachusetts law, we may not require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.

Boston University, consistent with the AAU’s Principles on Preventing Sexual Harassment, conducts background checks for final candidates for certain faculty and staff positions. As part of this process, we ask current and past employers of the last seven years whether there has been a substantiated finding of sexual misconduct under their policies. To move forward, final candidates must complete and sign an “Authorization to Release Information” form after receiving an offer to enable this background check

Positions will start on August 1, 2026.  

Minimum Salary = $72,000

Maximum Salary = $86,000

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Review of applications will begin April 15, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. 

Applications should be submitted electronically to https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/31931.

Materials Required: 

• Cover Letter 
• Curriculum Vitae 
• Statement describing teaching, service, and (if applicable) engagement with the scholarly community/experiences 
• Two Reference Letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers at this site.)

Inquiries may be directed to the Co-chairs of the Search Committee, Dr. Eric Cordero-Siy (ericcs@bu.edu) and Dr. Nancy Harayama (harayama@bu.edu)

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

     Doctorate degree, preferably focusing on Social Studies Education, and on Education and Human Development, or related field.
     Minimum three years relevant teaching experience in K-12. 
     Relevant teaching experience in higher education.
     Demonstrated excellence in teaching and advising at the university level.