Lecturer, Psychological Sciences

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Impactful work

Excellence culture

Work-life balance

Educational opportunities

Job summary

Auburn University invites applications for a non-tenure track Lecturer position in the Department of Psychological Sciences starting Fall 2027. Successful candidates will teach four in-person psychology courses per semester during the 9-month academic term, contributing to undergraduate education across core areas.

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in psychology or a related discipline, demonstrate excellent teaching, and provide diverse teaching materials and evaluations as part of the

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in psychology or related discipline at the time of employment begins.
• Evidence of excellent teaching in undergraduate psychology courses is required.
• Applicants should attach a cover letter; curriculum vitae; statement of teaching interests; at least three student evaluations; and transcripts. All documents must be combined into a single PDF file.

Responsibilities

• Teach four in-person courses per semester during the 9-month academic term.
• Contribute significantly to undergraduate education with courses such as Introduction to Psychology, Behavioral Neuroscience, Psychology of Learning, Cognitive Psychology, and related offerings based on qualifications and department needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in Psychology or related discipline

Job description

Job Description

Overview

Lecturer, Psychologica Sciences

The Department of Psychological Sciences at Auburn Universityinvites applications for a non-tenure track position as a Lecturerbeginning fall semester, August 16, 2027. The position may berenewed annually contingent on performance, funding, and departmentneed.

Review of applications will begin January 6, 2027 and will continueuntil a candidate is selected. Please visit our webpage to learnmore about the Department of Psychological Sciences:

https://www.cla.auburn.edu/psychological-sciences/

Questions regarding this position should be addressed to the searchchair, Dr. Robert Gordon, at [e-mail].

Auburn University is one of the nation’s premier public land-grantinstitutions and is recognized as a “Very High Research Activity(R1) institution” under the Carnegie Classification system. Auburnmaintains high levels of research activity and high standards forteaching excellence, offering Bachelor’s, Master’s, EducationalSpecialist, and Doctoral degrees in agriculture and engineering,the professions, and the arts and sciences. Its 2024 enrollment of34,145 students includes 25,204 undergraduates and 8,941 graduateand professional students. Organized into twelve academic collegesand schools, Auburn’s 1,443 faculty members offer more than 200educational programs. The University is nationally recognized forits commitment to academic excellence, its positive workenvironment, its student engagement, and its beautifulcampus.

Auburn residents enjoy a thriving community, recognized as one ofthe “best small towns in America,” with moderate climate and easyaccess to major cities or to beach and mountain recreationalfacilities. Situated along the rapidly developing I-85 corridorbetween Atlanta, Georgia, and Montgomery, Alabama, the combinedAuburn-Opelika- Columbus area has a population of over 500,000,with excellent public schools and regional medical centers.

Only candidates who have uploaded all the required documentswill be considered. Additional materials may be requested at alater stage in the selection process.

Responsibilities

Successful candidates will teach four in-person courses persemester during the 9-month academic term, contributingsignificantly to undergraduate education. Courses that may betaught include Introduction to Psychology, Behavioral Neuroscience,Psychology of Learning, Cognitive Psychology, and otherundergraduate courses based on the candidate’s qualifications anddepartment teaching needs.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in psychology or related discipline at the time of employmentbegins. Evidence of excellent teaching in undergraduate psychologycourses is required.

Applicants should attach a cover letter; curriculum vitae;statement of teaching interests; at least three studentevaluations; and transcripts. All documents must be combined into asingle PDF file. Additionally, provide contact information forthree professional references.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The candidate selected for this position must be able to meeteligibility requirements to work in the United States at the timethe appointment is scheduled to begin and continuing workinglegally for the proposed term of employment; excellentcommunication skills required.

Contract Type

Annual Appointment

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives throughresearch, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on ourstudents, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveragingour strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a topemployer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits,educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/lifebalance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offerssouthern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, andeasy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexicobeaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fosteringan environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed,valued, respected, and engaged.

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment and educationopportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color,national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genderidentity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protectedveteran status, genetic information, or any other classificationprotected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of EqualOpportunity Compliance's website to learn more.