Job Description

The College of Education and Public Service (COEPS) seeks applicants for an in-person tenure-track position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, beginning in Fall 2027. The position will contribute to our existing Master’s level offerings as well as our upcoming Online Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership and Learning Sciences (OLLS) Program, scheduled for launch in Fall 2027. Candidates should have research and teaching expertise in human resources development (HRD), organization development (OD), performance improvement (PI) or industrial-organizational (I-O) Psychology. Areas of particular interest include organizational and leadership development, AI and technology in organizational performance, and training and learning development.

Competitive candidates will have an established record of social science research demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications and public-facing scholarship. They will primarily teach courses in the Organizational Performance and Workplace Learning (OPWL) program in the Educational Leadership, Research and Technology (ELRT) department. The position is a key hire to support the new OLLS Ph.D. program, and will mentor and advise students in the master’s and Ph.D. programs. Other key responsibilities will include:

• Develop and teach graduate-level online courses using Canvas.
• Develop a research agenda and disseminate findings in academic publications, professional outlets, and academic and professional conferences.
• Perform service duties for the program, the department, Boise State University, and other professional organizations.

College and Program overview

The newly formed College of Education and Public Service (COEPS) empowers new generations of problem-solvers through expertise in leadership, learning, and public service. Its faculty teach and engage in research in a variety of disciplines, including organizational development, instructional design, educational technology, leadership, and a variety of public service disciplines. COEPS faculty work with students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, facilitate experiential learning, and participate as advisors and mentors to students in the college’s three doctoral programs.

The OPWL program, housed in the Educational Leadership, Research, and Technology (ELRT) department, serves a diverse student body worldwide by providing online Master’s degree and four graduate certificate programs (Workplace Instructional Design; Workplace eLearning Design and Development; Workplace Performance Improvement; and Organizational Development). The majority of OPWL students are professionals working in the fields of learning and development, instructional design, human resources development, e-learning, organizational development, and consulting. You can find out more about the programs here: http://www.boisestate.edu/opwl . In addition to the existing Master’s program, an Online Ph.D. program in Organizational Leadership and Learning Sciences (OLLS) and an undergraduate online certificate in Learning and Performance in Organizations are scheduled for launch in Fall 2027, pending final Idaho State Board of Education approval.

About Boise State

Boise State University is a powerhouse of creativity, research, and impact. Our campus sits along the Boise River and reaches into the heart of Idaho’s capital – a vibrant hub for innovation, culture, and outdoor adventure. We’re nationally recognized for trailblazing research, student success, and community impact.

Our faculty are scholars, mentors, and changemakers who advance ideas, discoveries, and the next generation of leaders. Boise offers the perfect backdrop – a welcoming city with a thriving arts scene, growing tech sector, and mountains on the horizon. Join us and help shape a bold, collaborative academic community.

Learn more about faculty careers at Boise State and the City of Boise.

Minimum qualifications

• Hold an earned doctorate in human resources development (HRD), organization development (OD), performance improvement (PI), I/O Psychology, or a related field. We will consider all-but-dissertations (ABDs) for assistant professor candidates, but a selected candidate must possess an earned doctoral degree at the time of appointment.
• Have an established record of scholarly publications in human resource development (HRD), organizational science (e.g., careers, management, leadership, and organization studies), performance improvement (PI), or I-O psychology.
• Experience in teaching courses on HRD/OD/PI-related topics as an instructor or a Teaching Assistant.

Preferred qualifications

• Strong demonstrable research skills using either qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods.
• Supervised and mentored graduate students in theses or dissertations.
• Worked for 3+ years in business, government, and/or non-profit settings.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in academic program development, faculty governance, professional associations, or industry settings.
• Experience engaging in funded research/grant writing.
• Developed and taught graduate-level online courses.
• Demonstrated ability to design and deliver engaging, accessible, and evidence-based online learning experiences using emerging technologies, including AI-enabled and multimedia tools.
• A record commensurate with appointment at the rank of advanced assistant or associate professor.

Required application materials

• A cover letter indicating interests and qualifications (indicate if you are applying for a tenure-track associate professor position or a tenure-track assistant professor position).
• A current CV
• A 1 page research philosophy statement.
• A 1 page teaching and advising philosophy statement.
• 1-3 writing samples, including peer-reviewed articles published within the last 5 years or a manuscript under review. For under-review articles, please submit the PDF proof.

Please note that the application system accepts up to five documents, with a maximum file size of 10 MB each. Please plan accordingly to ensure all required materials are included. If the three representative publications cannot be combined within the file-size limit, you may provide links to them in a single uploaded document.

Please also provide contact information for three professional references, including names, phone numbers, and email addresses. Reference information will be entered directly into the application system and does not need to be uploaded as a separate document.

Closing Date

Review of applications will begin on November 21, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, candidates are encouraged to apply by November 20th, 11:55 p.m. Mountain Time (GMT -6).

For questions regarding this position, please contact the search committee at OPWLsearch@boisestate.edu.

Salary and Benefits

The 9-month salary range for an Associate Professor starts at $80,000, and the range for an Assistant Professor starts at $70,000. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):

• 10.76% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)
• Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages
• Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents
• Dual Career Assistance Support for spouses and partners.
• See our full benefits page for more information