Term Faculty (Non-Tenure Track) - Psychology (24-25)

We are seeking to hire a one-year fixed-term Lecturer in Psychology, to begin in September 2024. Competitive candidates will have a PhD in Psychology (any area), and evidence of, or potential for, teaching and mentoring excellence. The selected candidate will teach 9 courses per year (3 per quarter), contribute to undergraduate advising, and participate in department service. Ability to teach Trauma Psychology or Industrial-Organizational Psychology is desirable. Ability to teach statistics and research methods courses is also desirable. Opportunities for contract renewal will be based on job performance and budget availability.

We seek applicants who reflect the diversity of our student body and the city of Chicago, are eager to work with a diverse range of students, faculty, and staff, and are committed to promoting an inclusive and learning-focused climate. We especially encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups, including members of minoritized communities, members of the LGBTQIA community, and people with disabilities.

DePaul University is an urban, forward-looking institution with national recognition in academics, research, and a strong social justice history and mission. The Psychology Department embraces this mission in both the research it values and its perspective on teaching.

More information is available at https://csh.depaul.edu/academics/psychology/Pages/default.aspx.

Competitive candidates will have a PhD in Psychology and evidence of or potential for teaching and mentoring excellence.

For full consideration, applicants must complete the online application, which includes the following:

• Cover letter (no more than 2 pages) detailing interest in the position and area(s) for potential teaching contributions.
• Curriculum vitae highlighting (a) education and qualifications; (b) teaching experience (if applicable); and (c) service contributions (if applicable).
• Teaching statement (no more than 2 pages) highlighting teaching interests, mentoring philosophy, and pedagogical approaches and innovations. This should include past efforts (if applicable) and future plans to promote diversity and inclusivity.
• Teaching evaluations (if applicable).
• Three letters of recommendation.

For full consideration, application materials should be submitted by May 15, 2024. Please contact Dr. Jocelyn Carter (jcarter9@depaul.edu), Search Committee Chair, with additional questions about the position.

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Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcomed and supported.

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