Lecturer in Psychology

Indiana University; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University South Bend seeks a Lecturer in Psychology to teach Introductory Psychology and methodology courses. The candidate will handle a teaching load of 12 undergraduate credits per semester, with summer teaching optional and compensated separately.

The department educates students with a balance of traditional and innovative approaches and values both technical and conceptual understanding; PhD preferred but not required. Apply by the stated date.

Qualifications

• MA degree in Psychology by time of appointment.
• Ability to teach Introductory Psychology and undergraduate courses.
• Willingness to teach in-person format; service contributions expected.

Responsibilities

• Teach the equivalent of 12 undergraduate credit hours each semester.
• Deliver introductory psychology and methodology-related courses.
• Participate in departmental, school, campus, or community service; no required research program.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Curriculum development

Classroom management

Education

MA in Psychology

PhD in Psychology

Tools

SPSS

Excel

R

Qualtrics

NVivo

Job description

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

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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

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For Best Consideration Date 11/15/2026 Expected Start Date 08/01/2027 Posting Number IU-101624-2026