Lecturer in Psychology

Indiana University; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University South Bend invites applications for a Lecturer in Psychology in the IU South Bend Psychology Department. The successful candidate will teach Introductory Psychology and undergraduate courses in methodology, including research methods, statistics, non-experimental design, and APA style writing.

The area of specialization is open; a 12-credit-hour per semester teaching load is expected, with summer teaching voluntary and paid separately.

Qualifications

• MA degree in Psychology by the time of appointment is required; specialization area open.
• Willingness and availability to teach in-person format.
• Experience with a variety of teaching methods and curricular perspectives.
• Demonstrated effective teaching and communication skills.
• Familiarity with commonly used analytical tools (e.g., SPSS, Excel, R, Qualtrics, NVivo, and/or similar platforms).
• Ability to teach courses such as developmental, industrial/organizational, introductory, data science, ABA, community psychology, or emerging areas.
• Ph.D. in Psychology (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Teach Introductory Psychology and undergraduate courses related to methodology (e.g., research methods, statistics, non-experimental design, APA style writing).
• Teaching load is 12 credit hours of undergraduate coursework each semester (fall and spring).
• Summer teaching is voluntary and compensated separately.
• Participate in service activities to the department, school, campus, or community (e.g., faculty meetings, committees).
• This position does not carry expectations for a research program or publications.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Communication skills

Education

MA degree in Psychology

Ph.D. in Psychology (preferred)

Tools

SPSS

Excel

R

Qualtrics

NVivo

Job description

Posting Details

Position Details

• Title: Lecturer in Psychology
• Appointment Status: Non-Tenure Track
• Department: IU South Bend Psychology
• Location: South Bend

The Department of Psychology at Indiana University South Bend is seeking to fill the position of Lecturer in Psychology. The candidate must be able and willing to teach Introductory Psychology and undergraduate courses related to methodology (e.g., research methods, statistics, non-experimental design, and APA style writing.) The area of specialization is open. The teaching load is the equivalent of 12 credit hours of undergraduate coursework each semester (fall and spring). Summer teaching is voluntary and compensated separately. Lecturers are expected to participate in service activities to the department, school, campus, or community, such as regularly attending and participating in faculty meetings and serving on relevant committees. This position does not carry expectations for a research program or publications.

The Psychology Department at IU South Bend offers a BA degree. The departmental mission balances traditional and innovative approaches while merging technical skills with conceptual and critical understanding. We educate students about the power of psychology to inform and affect society.

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Required Basic Qualifications

• MA degree in Psychology by the time of appointment is required, with specialization area open.
• Willingness and availability to teach in-person format.

Preferred Basic Qualifications

• Experience with a variety of teaching methods and curricular perspectives.
• Demonstrated effective teaching and communication skills.
• Familiarity with commonly used analytical tools (e.g., SPSS, Excel, R, Qualtrics, NVivo, and/or similar platforms).
• Ability to teach courses such as developmental, industrial/organizational, introductory, data science, ABA, community psychology, or emerging areas.
• Ph.D. in Psychology

Department Contact for Questions

Kevin Ladd
[e-mail]

For Best Consideration Date

11/15/2026

Expected Start Date

08/01/2027

Posting Number

IU-101624-2026

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Letter of Application
3. Evidence of Teaching Ability
4. Statement of Teaching Philosophy
5. List Of References
6. Transcript

Optional Documents

1. Other
2. Other 2