Lecturer of Psychology

Kennesaw State University; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennesaw State University is accepting applications for a full-time, non-tenure track Lecturer of Psychology in the Department of Psychological Science. The preferred start date is August 2027.

This nine-month contracted position is based in Georgia and involves teaching across undergraduate psychology courses and providing student mentorship. The role requires a Master's degree in Psychology or a related field and demonstrated experience in teaching and supporting student success in higher

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Psychology or related discipline required at hire time.
• Experience teaching, mentoring, and supporting student success in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate psychology courses aligned with the psychology major.
• Maintain a teaching load of 12–15 credit hours per semester.
• Teach in-person, hybrid, and online formats across campuses.
• Provide academic mentoring to undergraduates.
• Engage in service to department, college, university, and community.

Skills

Teaching experience

Student mentoring

Course design

Education

Master's degree in Psychology or closely related field

Job description

Lecturer of Psychology

Job ID: 303607

Location: Kennesaw, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

For more than 60years, Kennesaw State University has been known for itsentrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader ininnovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located justnorth of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on twometro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one ofGeorgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduateand graduate degrees to over 50,000 students. Our high-impactresearch and Division I athletics also draw students fromthroughout the region and across the globe. A member of theUniversity System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is aCarnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed tobecoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broadenits academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local,regional, and national level.

Our university's vibrant culture, careeropportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity,collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employerof choice. As part of the UniversitySystem of Georgia, Kennesaw State exemplifies the power andpromise of a student-centered, research-driven university. Inaddition, Kennesaw State supports the University of Georgia's corevalues of accountability, excellence, integrity, and respect. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw StateUniversity in our vision. For more information, visit the Kennesaw State University website.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus islocated at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Department Information

The Department of Psychological Science is a large and dynamicdepartment in the Norman J. Radow College of Humanities and SocialSciences. The Department has more than 50 full-time and manypart-time faculty supporting a major and minor in psychology,including a fully online undergraduate program. In the Departmentof Psychological Science, our accomplished faculty guide studentsin the study of behavior and mental processes through acomprehensive program that promotes scientific thinking andcultivates transferable skills that lead to meaningful careers. Ourpsychology majors gain valuable hands-on experiences andskill-building opportunities across the curriculum by engaging inhigh-impact practices such as study abroad programs, internships,peer mentoring, and research experiences. Committed to rigorousscholarly activity and evidence-based teaching, we develop studentsas global citizens, competent interns, peer educators, skilledresearchers, and confident leaders who are well-prepared for thenext stages of their personal and professional journeys. TheDepartment promotes respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity,and accountability in all aspects of work. We seek candidates whoseendeavors exemplify the values of Kennesaw State University andwhose experiences have prepared them to fulfill our department'scommitment to the success of our students, faculty, staff, andcommunities.

With more than 400 full-time faculty and 8,100 degree-seekingstudents, the Norman J. Radow College of Humanities & SocialSciences is dedicated to pioneering workforce readiness in thehumanities and social sciences. By staying true to our Liberal Artsvalues and integrating practical knowledge and experientiallearning into our curriculum, we empower our students to becomeresponsible citizens ready for the demands of the modern workplace.The home of three schools and eight departments, the College offersmore than 80 graduate and undergraduate programs of study in bothtraditional and interdisciplinary fields. These programs enablestudents to develop leadership, problem-solving, and criticalthinking skills, as well as a strong sense of civic engagement.

The College is committed to the success of our students,faculty, staff and communities. We seek candidates whose experiencehas prepared them to fulfill that commitment and engage ourstudents, partners, and stakeholders effectively.

Job Summary

Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for afull-time, non-tenure track faculty position as Lecturer ofPsychology in the Department of Psychological Science with apreferred start date of August 2027. This is a nine-monthcontracted position and is for work to be performed in the state ofGeorgia.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate psychology courses that support the psychology major, such as Introduction to General Psychology, Research Methods, Statistics, Advanced Laboratory, Capstone, and other psychology courses consistent with the candidate's expertise and departmental needs.
• Maintain a standard teaching load of 12-15 credit hours (typically four to five courses) per semester.
• Teach courses in a variety of instructional modalities, including face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats, and to classes of varying sizes, including large-enrollment sections, and on the Kennesaw or Marietta campuses.
• Demonstrate a commitment to effective teaching, student engagement, and student success.
• Provide academic mentoring and support to undergraduate students.
• Engage in service activities that support the department, college, university, profession, and/or community.

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOCFaculty Credentials Guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of a Master's degree, or the foreign equivalent, in Psychology or a closely related discipline is required at the time of hire.
• Demonstrated experience teaching, mentoring, and/or supporting student success in higher education settings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching undergraduate psychology courses, such as Introduction to General Psychology, Careers in Psychology, Research Methods, Statistics, Advanced Laboratory, and/or Capstone Courses.
• Experience teaching in multiple instructional modalities, including face-to-face, hybrid, and asynchronous online formats.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching, course design, and course delivery.
• Experience teaching and supporting students from varied backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to student success.
• Experience using instructional technologies and evidence-based teaching practices to enhance student learning.
• Evidence of effective mentoring and support of undergraduate students.
• Demonstrated commitment to collaboration and service within an academic department, college, university, and/or professional community.

Required Documents to Attach

1. CV
2. Cover Letter (1-2 pages) addressing the candidate's qualifications for the position and how they will contribute to advancing student success at Kennesaw State University.
3. Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire).
4. Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references.
5. Teaching Philosophy (1-2 pages) describing the candidate's approach to teaching and student learning, supported by concrete examples of instructional practices utilized.
6. Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness (1-2 pages) including a concise summary of evidence demonstrating teaching effectiveness and/or teaching potential.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Contact Information

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Nicole Martin [e-mail].

For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at [phone] or [e-mail].

For questions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw State University, please contact the search chair listed under the contact information section on each posting. For general questions about faculty jobs please email [e-mail].

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, [e-mail].

Background Check

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, preemployment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials. https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf