FA27-031: Instructor - Psychology in Edwardsville, Illinois at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Hiring Unit

School of Education, Health, and Human Behavior, Department of Psychology

Position Title

Instructor - Psychology

Job Description/Responsibilities

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s School of Education, Health, and Human Behavior is seeking qualified applicants for an Instructor-Psychology position. Preferred applicants will demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, with an emphasis on both on-ground and online instruction. The successful applicant will contribute to our growing undergraduate program through the development and teaching of program courses. Teaching responsibilities are four classes per semester, with possible opportunities for summer teaching. Full-time instructors are also required to maintain a "fifth-unit" of responsibility, which is negotiated with the Department Chair.

To learn more about the department, visit us online at: https://www.siue.edu/education/psychology/

The Department of Psychology seeks to attract an active, culturally and academically diverse faculty. SIUE is committed to diversity to achieve domestic and international peace, social justice, and the development of full human potential. Integral to this commitment, the School of Education, Health, and Human Behavior strives for a student body and a workforce that manifests diversity. Applicants who embody diversity of race, color, creed or religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or sexual identity are encouraged to apply.

Terms of Appointment

Full-time, continuing 9-month non-tenure-track instructor position. Summer appointment is contingent upon availability of funds and enrollment. Beginning date of appointment is August 2027.

Source of funds

State

For more information about employment benefits and policies, visit: Faculty Employment Benefits

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants for this position must possess a Master’s degree in Psychology or Doctoral degree in Psychology by the contract start date in August 2027.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to teach undergraduate courses in areas of expertise and departmental need including, for example, Foundations of Psychology, Theories of Personality, Statistics and Research Methods, Multicultural Psychology, and Careers in Psychology. Actual course assignments may vary depending on departmental need.
• Ability and interest to on-ground as well as online-asynchronous courses.
• Demonstrated interest in teaching and working with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to departmental and university collegiality through a "fifth-unit" service-related activity.
• SIUE is committed to diversity and inclusivity and seeks candidates who can contribute, through their interest, teaching, or service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

Application Process

Please submit a letter of application which includes contact information for three references, vitae, and academic transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable). Material should be submitted electronically alongside the application.

Questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Dan Segrist, Search Chair, dsegris@siue.edu

Application Deadline

For optimal consideration in a first pool of applicants, all application materials must be received by the end of the business day on November 6th, 2026. A second pool of applicants may be reviewed after this date if the position is not filled from the first pool of applicants.

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is a premier metropolitan university located on the bluffs of the Mississippi River just 22 miles east of St. Louis, MO. SIUE offers over 12,000 culturally diverse students and a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

Employment is contingent upon satisfying all legal requirements as set forth by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services in regard to employability in the United States. SIUE makes no representation, warranty, or agreement that third parties, including government agencies, will approve submitted documents, applications, or petitions for an H-1B visa or Optional Practical Training.

SIUE is a state university - benefits under state sponsored plans may not be available to holders of F1 or J1 visas. The State of Illinois requires that immigrant employees achieve H-1 status before they become eligible for certain benefits.

Applicants will be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment.

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Acts (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, please call 618-650-2190 or email EmploymentHR@siue.edu.

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The Career Development Center has partnered with SIUE's Toward an Inclusive Model of Excellence project to provide a variety of career services and resources to partners of new faculty who have relocated to the Greater St. Louis area. Support for this initiative was provided by the National Science Foundation (NSF) through Award 1936141. Outlined below is a specific list of career services and resources available to help you on your career journey. Individuals are eligible to receive a maximum of three, one-hour appointments. Visit them online at: https://www.siue.edu/career-development-center/faculty/NSF-Advance-GrantLanding.shtml.