Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Psychology

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Position Title Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Psychology (Up to 4 positions to be Filled)

Requisition F

Rank Lecturer-Pool

FLSA status Exempt

Hiring Salary Commensurate with education and experience.

Position Category

Position Type Part-Time Non-Tenure Track

College College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Department Dept of Psychology and Philosophy

Open Date 10/12/2026

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Contact Name Dr. Hillary Langley

Title

Associate Department Chair

Sam Houston State University

Department of Psychology and Philosophy

Box 2447

Huntsville, TX 77341

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Contact Email hlangley

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job The instructors for these pool faculty positions will be hired to teach a broad range of undergraduate courses in psychology, ranging from introductory psychology to more advanced courses at the 3000-and 4000-level. The department is searching for instructors to teach courses related to the basic science of psychology (e.g., developmental psychology, social psychology, physiological psychology, research methods, statistics) as well as applied areas (abnormal psychology, psychology and law, psychopharmacology).

All applicants will be considered, but the department especially needs instructors who can teach in-person courses.

Educational Requirements for the Position Requires a minimum of master’s degree in related field for lower level course offerings.

Experience Required for the Position Teaching experience preferred.

Other Requirements for the Position (none listed)

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Open Until Filled Yes

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court.

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