Job Description

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Psychology or related field, such as Neuroscience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Expertise with psychological concepts applicable to assigned course(s)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior teaching or research experience in introductory, research methods/statistics, cognitive, biological, personality, social, clinical, counseling, or industrial/organizational psychology or a related field
• Experience with Canvas and online learning
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching a diverse student population

The Department of Psychology in the College of Liberal Arts is accepting applications for single course (one course/term), part-time lecturers (two courses/term) and/or full-time (three courses/term) to teach courses that may occur in the Summer 2026 session, Fall 2026 (August 31, 2026 - January 13, 2027), Spring 2027 (January 14, 2027 - May 30, 2027), or the Summer 2027 session. The Psychology Department occasionally needs lecturers to teach courses that cannot be staffed by regular faculty members or graduate students. This search will establish a “pool” of instructors if such openings occur during the specified time. Applicants may be selected from this pool on an as-needed basis throughout the academic year. Pay range is $6,300-10,000 per course, depending on number of credits and candidate education, qualifications and experience.

Teaching may be for day, evening or online courses. Appointments may or may not be renewable based on need, funding, and performance. Final job offer contingent upon complete background check and receipt of official transcripts.


We welcome candidates whose experience in teaching and research has prepared them to contribute to the Psychology Department’s commitment to working with a diverse student population, and in building inclusivity, diversity, and equity into their courses.


Responsibilities:

• Prepare syllabi and Canvas course sites and teach undergraduate or graduate Psychology courses as needed, conditional on qualifications
• Hold regular office hours
• Evaluate student learning and assign grades
• Communicate instructor evaluation process to students
• Respond in a timely fashion to student needs and issues
• Receive and respond to department and University emails and respond in a timely manner
• Resolve student and classroom issues in consultation with the Department
• Supervise any teaching assistants or section leaders assigned by Department and complete reviews at end of semester
• Understand and follow all relevant University policies and procedures and participate in trainings, as required
• Participate in relevant departmental meetings

Performance standards:

• Positive evaluations from students and willingness to learn from experiments with pedagogy and peers with relevant knowledge
• Demonstration of commitment to quality teaching professional development
• Effective handling and resolution of student and classroom challenges

About the Department of Psychology

The Department of Psychology is one of the largest departments within the College of Liberal Arts, and is a highly ranked department nationally. Currently, the department has 46 core faculty, 70+ staff, 140 graduate students, and it supports the largest number of undergraduate majors of any academic program on the UMN Twin Cities campus. Additionally, the department has $40 million or more in active research funding at any given time (the majority from NIH), spread across 70 or more projects. In its 100 plus year history, the Department of Psychology has been marked by distinction and excellence. For additional information, please go to our website:

About the College of Liberal Arts

Home to the arts, social sciences and humanities disciplines and programs, the College of Liberal Arts is the largest college in the University of Minnesota and comprises 31 academic departments, and over 20 interdisciplinary research centers and administrative/support units. CLA has over 1,300 faculty and staff spanning research, teaching, advising, outreach, and administrative functions. CLA units reside in over twenty buildings on the East Bank and West Bank of the Twin Cities campus. CLA enrolls nearly 13,000 undergraduate students, over 40% of the undergraduate enrollment on the Twin Cities campus, 1,400 graduate students, and has an annual all-funds budget of $290 million.

CLA is a destination for curious, compassionate individuals who are committed to making our increasingly interdependent and diverse global community work for everyone. That foundational commitment begins in our CLA Constitution. CLA is committed to increasing enrollment of underrepresented and under-resourced students, diversifying our faculty across all disciplines, recruiting, and retaining a diverse staff, and promoting the expression and exploration of diverse perspectives and viewpoints—so that we all gain the background knowledge and analytical skills we need to understand and respect differences.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume or CV.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U:

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).

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