Join one of Canada's fastest-growing universities as a Full-Time Faculty Member, Applied Psychology, Mental Health and Well-Being , where you will have the unique opportunity to help shape a new graduate program and contribute to the future of mental health education in Canada.
About the Role
As a Full-Time Faculty Member, Applied Psychology, Mental Health and Well-Being , you will contribute to graduate-level teaching, curriculum development, student mentorship, scholarship, and academic service. Reporting to the Executive Dean and Vice-President, you will help build a distinctive learning experience that integrates evidence-informed practice, professional competencies, and student-centered education.
This role is ideal for a passionate educator, researcher, and practitioner who is committed to advancing mental health, well-being, and applied psychological practice while supporting student success in a growing graduate program.
Title: Full-Time Faculty, Applied Psychology, Mental Health and Well-Being
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Department : EDVP Office
Reporting to: Executive Dean and Vice-President
Location: Toronto, Ontario (Hybrid)
Existing Vacancy: Yes
Openings: 1
Compensation Range: $110,000 annually
Why Join IBU
Located in downtown Toronto, IBU is one of Canada's fastest-growing universities, committed to innovation, academic excellence, and preparing graduates to thrive in a rapidly changing global economy.
As a member of our faculty, you will have the opportunity to help shape a new master's program, collaborate with interdisciplinary colleagues, engage in meaningful scholarship, and make a lasting impact on the next generation of mental health professionals, educators, and practitioners.
What You'll Do
Develop, review, and deliver high-quality curriculum and course content in Applied Psychology, Mental Health and Well-Being.
Teach graduate-level courses using engaging, evidence-based, and student-centered pedagogical approaches.
Support student learning and success through mentorship, academic advising, and timely feedback.
Contribute to the development and continuous enhancement of a growing graduate program.
Evaluate student performance and maintain academic records in accordance with university policies and standards.
Participate in curriculum design, quality assurance, and program review activities.
Supervise graduate research, applied projects, and other scholarly activities as assigned.
Engage in scholarly, applied, and/or practice-based research activities that contribute to the advancement of the field.
Collaborate with faculty, academic leadership, and community partners to strengthen program quality and relevance.
Participate in university service activities, committees, academic planning initiatives, and faculty meetings.
Contribute to a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative academic environment that supports student, faculty, and institutional success.
This is a hybrid role based in Toronto, requiring in-person attendance as needed.
What You Bring/Who You Are
PhD or completed doctorate in Counselling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counsellor Education, Psychotherapy, Mental Health, or a closely related discipline from a recognized institution. ABD status will not be considered.
Preference will be given to candidates who qualify as Scholarly Academic (SA) faculty under AACSB standards through a strong record of peer-reviewed intellectual contributions and demonstrated ongoing research productivity.
Demonstrated expertise in applied psychology, counselling or psychotherapy, workplace mental health, and related disciplines.
Record of successful graduate-level teaching supported by evidence of teaching effectiveness.
Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed scholarship and an active research agenda.
Research expertise in one or more areas such as counselling or psychotherapy, workplace mental health, occupational health psychology, trauma, burnout, disability management, return-to-work, or related…