Lecturer of Psychology– School of Behavioral and Social Sciences

Position Title

Lecturer of Psychology – School of Behavioral and Social Sciences (Continuous Recruitment)

Academic Staff

Terminal (Fixed Term)

Lecturer

While there may not be an immediate need for a lecturer in every area, UW-Stevens Point (UWSP) accepts applications regardless, in order to create a pool for when there may be a need. Upon successful submission of your application, you will be considered for future part‑time or full‑time lecturer opportunities, and your application will be on file as a potential candidate who could possibly fill a position if or when the need arises.

Lecturers are hired on a per‑course basis each semester, and teaching one semester does not guarantee being assigned the following semester. The teaching hours for a lecturer will vary with a teaching load ranging between 1 and 12 credits per semester.

While the announcement lists this position as on‑site, partially remote and remote opportunities may be available.

• Facilitates classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction for one or more courses, including assessment of student performance
• Serves as initial point of contact for students as it relates to specific course or series content and expectations
• Develops instructional design and curriculum relevant to a course of instruction

The psychology department at UWSP consists of 12 full‑time faculty members who teach at the main campus in Stevens Point, and at our branch campuses in Marshfield and Wausau. The program consists of approximately 450 psychology majors which include both online and face‑to‑face students. Psychology majors can either complete a Bachelor of Science in psychology or a BS in psychology with a human services concentration.

There are approximately 170 minors in both psychology and behavioral neuroscience. The UWSP psychology department values excellence in undergraduate teaching and provides students with high impact practices such as research experience and internships. For more information, visit:
Department of Psychology - University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (uwsp.edu).

• PhD, EdD, or PsyD from an accredited college or university. ABD considered.
• Experience with college level instruction

• Experience with both face‑to‑face teaching and online instruction

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.