"Human Development, Culture and Learning Sciences - Professional Track Faculty 2026-27"

Human Development, Culture and Learning Sciences - Professional Track Faculty 2026-27

College/School/Unit: College of Education
Department: Educational Psychology
Posted: Feb 2, 2026
Apply By: Open until filled

Description

The Department of Educational Psychology in the College of Education at the University of Texas at Austin is hiring qualified individuals with proven teaching ability for full-time and part-time professional track positions to teach one or more of the following undergraduate courses: lifespan development, adolescent development, and/or human sexuality. Responsibilities may also include supervision of graduate students teaching sections of an applied introductory educational psychology course for undergraduates. These are non-tenure track positions.

The College of Education, ranked among the top public colleges of education in the country, has a longstanding commitment to the shared values of equitable opportunities, excellence, innovation, empowerment, community-focus, and endeavors to bridge research and practice. We view creating an engaged campus community as interconnected with academic excellence in the work of our faculty. The college has experienced a rapid expansion of interest in its academic programs over the past five years. About 30% of our admitted students are first-generation college students and come from all corners of Texas and beyond. Our students are joined by a world-class faculty who are among the nation's leading experts in their respective fields.

As a leading college of education in Texas and beyond, we are agents of change committed to transforming education and health research, practice, and policy to ensure the thriving of children, families, schools and communities.

Qualifications

A master's degree is required; doctoral degree is preferred for all positions and required for graduate teaching assignments. Candidates should have excellent communication skills and a student-centered approach to teaching. Experience teaching at the college/university level is preferred, but applicants with other relevant teaching experience will be considered.

Application Instructions

Applications must be submitted via Interfolio and should include the following documents:

• Letter of application with stated qualifications (3 pages maximum)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information including title for three references

In addition, applicants will arrange for three letters of reference to be uploaded to Interfolio by their referees. Letters of recommendation should include evidence of teaching ability.

Review of applications will continue until all positions are filled. Pre-employment screening includes verification of academic credentials and background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

To apply, visit https://faculty.utexas.edu/career/176728