Full-Time Faculty, Applied Psychology, Mental Health and Well-Being

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: 1Compensation 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 fields.

• Knowledge of ethical, legal, and professional standards governing counselling, psychotherapy, and mental health practice and education in Canada.
• Demonstrated commitment to culturally responsive, equitable, inclusive, accessible, and decolonizing approaches to teaching and professional practice.

• Experience teaching in online and hybrid learning environments.

• Excellent communication, collaboration, mentorship, organizational, and academic service skills.

• Current registration and good standing with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO), the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario, or an equivalent Canadian regulatory body is strongly preferred.

• Professional counselling, psychotherapy, or related mental health practice experience is strongly preferred.

• Experience supervising graduate students, supporting field or clinical placements, evaluating professional competencies, or delivering skills-based instruction is considered an asset.

• Experience with curriculum development, quality assurance, accreditation, regulatory alignment, or program review activities is considered an asset.

• Established connections with clinical, community, employee assistance, occupational health, disability management, or workplace mental health sectors is considered an asset.

Application Packages should contain the following:

• A cover letter
• A current CV
• A statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., examples of peer and/or student evaluations)
• A research plan (up to two single-spaced pages)
• Sample publications or a research portfolio
• Indigenization, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (I-EDI) Statement
• Contact information of three referees

Note: Application materials should be submitted as a single combined PDF file, with a file name that identifies the applicant. The posting remains open until the position is filled, and the position is subject to budgetary approval. Any questions may be sent to [email protected].

Additional Information

To support the overall well-being and success of our employees, IBU offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, which may include the following, based on role eligibility:

• 100% employer-paid extended Health & Dental benefits
• 24/7 access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and virtual healthcare services
• Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Competitive paid time off, starting at three weeks
• Tuition Benefit Program
• Access to preferred corporate membership rates with GoodLife Fitness
• Engaging employee appreciation and community-building events

IBU is an Equal Opportunity Employer

IBU is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued, and respected. We are dedicated to the principles of equal opportunity and encourage applications regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. Please contact [email protected] if you require accommodation during the recruitment process.

Application Process

All applications are reviewed by our HR team. We may use AI tools to support certain stages of the hiring process and do not replace human judgment. IBU is committed to the responsible and fair use of AI in compliance with applicable laws.

While we appreciate all applications, we regret that we can only contact those candidates selected for an interview. We thank all applicants for their submissions.