"Lecturer Human Development and Family Science"

Job Summary

Reporting to the School of Human Ecology Chair, the Lecturer of Human Development and Family Science position requires undergraduate teaching and providing service to the School, College, and University, as well as engaging in student success initiatives and professional development. The position is an academic (10 month) non-tenure track appointment.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Human Development and Family Science or closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Human Development and Family Science by August 1, 2026.
• Evidence of, or potential, for excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level.
• Qualifications to teach an array of Human Development and Family Science topics with a particular interest in teaching the program's lifespan development course.
• Strong commitment to student success initiatives.
• Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development.
• Technology literacy and a commitment to integrate technology into teaching.
• Commitment to active participation in departmental service, curriculum development, and program initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Human Development and Family Science or closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Human Development and Family Science.
• Prior college-level teaching experience with evidence of effective and student-centered instructional practices.
• Experience with the development and delivery of academic courses in both online and traditional modalities.

Proposed Salary

Commensurate with experience. This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; official or unofficial graduate transcripts; a teaching statement/philosophy; the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references; and, if available, two or more course evaluations. Other documentation may be requested.

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled. Screening of applications begins March 25, 2026 and continues until the position is filled. Preferred start date is August 1, 2026.

Contact Information

Search Chair: Dr. Trent Davis
Email: tjdavis@georgiasouthern.edu
Telephone: 912-478-5430