Lecturer, Department of Psychology - College for Health, Community and Policy

Lecturer, Department of Psychology - College for

Health, Community and Policy Location:

San Antonio, TX Regular/Temporary:

Regular Job ID:

15394

Full/Part Time:

Part Time Position Information Lecturer The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) Department of Psychology in the College for Health, Community, and Policy invites applications for a part-time Lecturer position. The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online , on UT San Antonio Today or on X , Instagram , Facebook , YouTube or LinkedIn . College for Health, Community and Policy UT San Antonio's College for Health, Community and Policy trains students to develop solutions for complex social issues to improve the well-being of our communities. By engaging directly with the City of San Antonio and other key community partners, students and faculty live the college's mission to advance human health every day. The college is comprised of seven academic departments and one program —criminology and criminal justice, kinesiology, nutrition and dietetics, psychology, public administration, public health, social work and sociology and demography —as well as the Center for Applied Community and Policy Research, the Center for Community Based and Applied Health Research, the Institute for Demographic and Socioeconomic Research and the Institute for Health Disparities Research. HCAP includes nearly 200 faculty and 7,000 students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees. Visit the College for Health, Community and Policy website to learn more. Department of Psychology The Department of Psychology, located in the College for Health, Community and Policy, hosts one of the largest majors on campus (over 2,200 students) and offers degree programs at the BA, MS, and PhD level. Students at each level have opportunities to assist in faculty research. Our 22 tenured and tenure-track faculty and 5 fixed-term, full-time teaching faculty represent many of the traditional subfields of Psychology and bridge between areas. Psychology faculty have a history of collaboration with researchers at the US Army Research Institute as well as various industry and community partners. The department also has strong ties to the affiliated academic medical center, UT Health Science Center at San Antonio, as well as TX Biomed, Veterans Administration, Pearson Testing Company, San Antonio Military Medical Center (including Brooke Army Medical Center), the Institute for Army Surgical Research, and the

STRONG STAR

Consortium. For more about the department, please visit our department website .

Salary Range:

$4,000 per course

Job Type:

Part Time Position Summary The Department of Psychology invites applications for a Part-Time Lecturer to teach Introduction to Psychology at the undergraduate level. This position is designed for qualified educators who are committed to excellence in teaching and student engagement. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction for an undergraduate course in psychology during the fall semester. Responsibilities include course preparation, classroom instruction, assessment of student learning, and timely communication with students. Instruction will be primarily face-to-face and based at the downtown campus; however, candidates should be prepared to engage in limited work on the main campus as needed (e.g., onboarding, meetings, or training). This position will be provided with access to appropriate instructional resources, including classroom technology, course management systems, and departmental support necessary to effectively deliver the course. The lecturer will be expected to adhere to departmental and university policies related to teaching, assessment, and academic integrity. Qualifications

M.S./M.A.

in Psychology or a Ph.D. in Psychology or a closely-related discipline. Previous experience teaching at least one of the following: introductory psychology, social psychology, biopsychology, developmental psychology, abnormal psychology, cognitive psychology, experimental psychology, or statistics. Knowledge and skills in using computer programs and platforms including Microsoft Office (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint), statistical software (e.g., SPSS, JASP, R, and MPLUS), and online classroom software (e.g., Zoom, Canvas, Blackboard, Camtasia). Prepared to teach primarily face-to-face at the downtown campus, with flexibility to work on both campuses as needed. This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure. Preferred Qualifications Ph.D. in Psychology. Two years of teaching experience at the undergraduate level. Prior experience teaching in psychology. Application Process To apply, applicants must upload the following in a single PDF document: A current curriculum vitae Cover letter Statement of experience related to teaching at the undergraduate level Sample reports of teaching ratings Contact information for 3-5 professional references

Posting Close Date:

Initial applications will be reviewed immediately and will remain open until filled. . At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. This position will work primarily on both the Main and Downtown campuses . Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility. This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire. Equal Employment Opportunity As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. To view the full job posting and apply for this position, go to https://zahr-prd-candidate-ada.utshare.utsystem.edu/psp/ZAHRPRDADA/EMPLOYEE/UTZ_CG/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=21&JobOpeningId=15394&PostingSeq=1 jeid-64cbc30a0d994241bc09ee1701975092