Lecturer Psychology

Job Details

Lecturer Psychology
Job ID: 296218
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: 

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.

With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location

With more than 29,500 students and 150 degree programs, Georgia Southern University is the largest comprehensive university south of Atlanta. Our hands-on, practical approach to learning, and faculty dedicated to teaching, ensure you are prepared for your career and life after graduation.

Statesboro Campus
1332 Southern Drive
Statesboro, GA 30458

Department Information

Within this setting, the Department of Psychology offers a Bachelor of Science, Master of Science with concentrations in Experimental Psychology and Behavior Analysis, and an APA-accredited PsyD in Clinical Psychology. This position will primarily involve teaching both in-person courses on the Statesboro Campus and asynchronous and synchronous online courses within our online undergraduate program. Current faculty within the Department are engaged in the development of innovative research pursuits and leading teaching techniques and are highly collaborative and supportive of each other's research, teaching, and service goals.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Department Chair, the Lecturer positions will primarily require teaching within the undergraduate B.S. program, and will have some workload percentage devoted to providing service to the Department and University. The position is a 10-month, non-tenure-track appointment with the potential to teach summer courses.

Required Qualifications

• Earned Master's degree in Psychology, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Psychology, by August 1, 2026.
• Experience or interest in developing courses that align with our undergraduate-level Introductory, Research & Analysis, Fundamental Knowledge (e.g., Cognitive, Developmental, Social, Personality, Physiological), and Major Capstone courses.
• Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives.
• Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development.
• Experience in College/University teaching.
• Experience or interest in contributing to Departmental service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Earned Doctoral degree in Psychology (i.e., Ph.D. or Psy.D.).
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the College/University level.
• Experience or interest in developing graduate-level discipline-specific courses.
• Potential for teaching courses within our minor programs.

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 and that clearly states previous teaching experience; a curriculum vitae*;* a teaching philosophy document; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references. Supplemental materials, such as official course evaluations and developed syllabi, may also be submitted.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled
Screening of applications begins April 10, 2026 and continues until the position is filled. Preferred start date is August 1, 2026.

Contact Information

Search Chair Name: Dr. Ellen Williams
Email: ehwilliams@georgiasouthern.edu
Telephone: 912-478-5580