Job Description

Job Title: Adjunct Teaching - School of Family Life - SFL 160: Introduction to Family Processes

Posting End Date: May 29, 2026

*NOTE: Last day to apply is Thursday, May 28, 2026, at 11:59pm (MST)

Position Start Date: August 1, 2026

Required Degree: A Master's or PhD in Human Development, Family Studies, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related field is required.

The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience:

Teaching experience at the university level in Human Development, Family Studies, or Marriage and Family Therapy is preferred.

Duties/Expectations:

Successful applicants will teach a 3-credit, semester class on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30-10:45 am during 2026 Fall semester to undergraduate students in the School of Family Life. By the end of the semester students in this class should be able to:

• Learn the basic terms, concepts, and theoretical frameworks used in family science in ways that deepen your understanding of families, strengthen your ability to seek truth "by study and by faith," and prepare you to use this knowledge to bless individuals and families throughout your life.
• Interpret family patterns using class concepts and research so you can think more clearly, understand different perspectives, become more caring and aware in your interactions, and become a more thoughtful and open-minded learner.
• Evaluate what strengthens or challenges families with compassion, helping you grow into someone who makes wise, ethical choices in relationships.
• Apply principles from family science to your own life so you can build healthier relationships, communicate more effectively, help you better understand other, and become someone who strengthens the people around you.
• Integrate what you learn about families with your personal and spiritual values so you can become a more discerning, Christlike person who promotes belonging and supports the well-being of others.

Documents Required at the Time of Application:Please attach your updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, and Mission Alignment Statement (instructions below) to the faculty application.

Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered.

This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.

MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

If you are a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).

If you are not a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.