Lecturer in Psychology

Indiana University; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University South Bend is seeking a Lecturer in Psychology to teach Introductory Psychology and undergraduate methodology courses. The position carries a 12-credit-hour teaching load per semester, with summer teaching voluntary and compensated separately.

The candidate should hold an MA in Psychology by appointment time, and at least willingness to teach in-person format. Ph.D. in Psychology is listed as a qualification, and service to the department and campus is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Introductory Psychology and undergraduate research methods.
• Ability to teach in-person format and engage diverse learners.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach Introductory Psychology and related methodology courses each semester.
• Participate in department, school, campus, or community service activities.
• Attend faculty meetings and serve on committees; no requirement for a research program.

Skills

Teaching

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical tools (SPSS)

Excel

R

Qualtrics

NVivo

Education

MA degree in Psychology

Ph.D. in Psychology

Tools

SPSS

Excel

R

Qualtrics

NVivo

Job description

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Title Lecturer in Psychology

Department IU South Bend Psychology

Position Summary

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.

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

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• 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

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