The Department of Psychology at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) seeks applicants for a two full-time, 9-month, non-tenure track positions at the rank of Visiting Lecturer beginning August 16, 2021. There is the possibility of contract renewal for subsequent years, as well as  teaching one or two additional courses during the summer teaching session.

UIC is among the nation’s top 10 most diverse universities. The Department of Psychology welcomes students and faculty from every ethnic and racial group, religion, gender, sexual orientation, physical condition, and age. We are committed to maintaining a diverse department and welcome applicants whose experiences will contribute to this diversity. 

The Department of Psychology offers five strong doctoral programs and two undergraduate degrees, in General Psychology and Applied Psychology. We are seeking outstanding lecturers who can teach undergraduate courses in Statistics, Research Methods and Writing in Psychology. Applicants who also have expertise teaching other courses in specific areas of Psychology such as Social Psychology or Cognitive Psychology are especially welcome.

Lecturers teach 6 courses per academic year (3 courses per semester). Other duties include, but are not limited to, managing graduate student teaching assistants, holding office hours, assigning grades, advising students, preparing course materials (e.g., syllabus), and maintaining a course Blackboard website.

A doctorate in Psychology or related discipline by the start date. A record of outstanding undergraduate teaching.

To apply:

Submit application electronically at https://jobs.uic.edu (under “find jobs,” click on “Chicago campus,” then click on the position). Upload a cover letter, CV, and evidence of successful teaching. Within the on-line application, provide the names and email addresses of 3 potential references. For fullest consideration, submit all materials by April 15th, 2021, when the review of applications begins. Direct questions to the Search Committee Chair and Department Head, Dr. Michael Ragozzino at mrago@uic.edu.