Lecturer - Psychology

*Lecturer - Psychology*

*Job ID:* 290689

*Location:* Georgia College & State Univ

*Full/Part Time:* Full Time

*Regular/Temporary:* Regular

*About Us*

Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the state's designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. The university prepares students for successful careers, leadership in communities, problem solving and life-long learning through personalized attention in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through its award-winning, high-impact practices. One of only three selective universities within the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers undergraduate degrees in more than 40 majors, more than 30 graduate programs, doctorates in education and nursing, professional certificates, and continuing education programs.

As a member of the prestigious Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC), GCSU is committed to fostering a liberal arts environment that values academic preeminence, interdisciplinary inquiry and an inclusive learning community. GCSU enjoys a strong reputation for academic excellence and nationally ranked programs according to US News & World Report, The Princeton Review and Colleges of Distinction - among other ranking sources.

Georgia College & State University takes great pride in combining the educational experience of a private liberal arts college with the affordability of a public university. Faculty and staff are dedicated to student engagement and experiential learning through high-impact practices such as internships, service- and community-based learning, leadership development, study abroad opportunities, mentored undergraduate research and a capstone project that fosters intellectual curiosity, reasoned inquiry and critical thinking.

The university's beautiful and historic campus is located downtown in Milledgeville, Georgia, a charming, diverse college town of approximately 19,000 residents in Central Georgia, and only 90 miles southeast of Atlanta. Milledgeville is also the home of noted American author and alumna, Flannery O'Connor, '45, and the college community enjoys many exciting literary arts programs at O'Connor's former home, Andalusia, a National Historic Landmark owned by the university. Milledgeville is located on the banks of beautiful Lake Sinclair and Lake Oconee, allowing faculty, staff and students to take full advantage of the environmental and recreational benefits of being part of a lake community. For cultural, educational and leisure opportunities beyond Milledgeville - Macon and Atlanta are located within easy driving distances.

Georgia College & State University is dedicated to protecting academic freedom in addition to supporting freedom of expression as outlined in the University System of Georgia's Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom ]( policy and its Ethics Code of Conduct ]( For more information, visit us online at gcsu.edu.

*Department Information*

The Department of Psychological Science is committed to supporting faculty who deliver high quality teaching, create research opportunities, and foster close student-faculty mentorship. We offer enthusiastic and innovative instruction by professors who teach courses in their specialty areas. Because this passion for psychology is sustained through active research and professional growth, the department is dedicated to supporting outstanding research facilities and continued faculty development. Our curriculum encourages undergraduate students to fully explore the multi-disciplinary field of psychological science. Through our teaching, research, and mentorship, we instill respect for multiple viewpoints and approaches, while inspiring intellectual curiosity and personal growth.

We have 12 full time faculty representing both applied and experimental psychology. More information about the department can be found at [

*Job Summary*

The Department of Psychological Science at Georgia College & State University invites applications for a Lecturer in Psychology to begin August 2026. This position will teach courses in Introduction to Psychology, Introduction to Human Development, Statistics, & Research Methods at the undergraduate level.

*Responsibilities*

*Faculty - Teaching/Instructing -*

Teaching Responsibilities

* Full-time instructional load teaching (5 courses) in areas of expertise within the academic discipline
* Regular course meetings and instruction
* Mentoring Students
* Other teaching responsibilities

Knowledge and ability to convey current philosophies, practices, and theories related to the academic discipline.

Faculty also contribute to the Georgia College core curriculum by teaching topical freshman (GC1Y) or sophomore seminar (GC2Y) courses.

All Georgia College faculty share the responsibility of teaching our core curriculum and providing foundation courses for majors and non-majors alike. To carry out our public liberal arts mission, we seek faculty with the desire and ability to engage students as they launch their intellectual journey.

*Faculty - Service to Institution*

All faculty are expected to help the department in recruiting majors. Faculty members are expected to attend Department meetings and events.

*Faculty - Professional Development*

Faculty are expected to stay current in their field.

*Required Qualifications*

*Educational Requirements*

Terminal degree in a closely related field.

Must meet SACSCOC accreditation requirements as stated in C.S. 3.7.1 ( (faculty credentials)).

*Other Required Qualifications*

This faculty member may also contribute to the Georgia College core curriculum by teaching topical freshman (GC1Y) or sophomore seminar (GC2Y) courses. All Georgia College faculty share the responsibility of teaching our core curriculum and providing foundation courses for majors and non-majors alike. To carry out our public liberal arts mission, we seek faculty with the desire and ability to engage students as they launch their intellectual journey.

*Required Experience*

Some teaching experience.

*Preferred Qualifications*

Coursework and previous experience (preferred) teaching the following courses: Psychological Statistics, Research Methods, Introduction to Psychology, & Introduction to Human Development.

*Required Documents to Attach*

* Cover Letter
* CV
* Unofficial Transcripts
* List of References
* Teaching Philosophy

*Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities*

*Abilities*

* Build positive student relationships and provide mentorship.
* Engage in continuous professional development.
* Manage multiple courses and administrative responsibilities.
* Solve problems and make data-driven decision.
* Collaborate with colleagues and participate in service.
* Demonstrate leadership and take initiative.
* Adapt to changing institutional needs.
* Maintain accurate records and meet deadlines.

*Knowledge*

* Subject matter expertise and current disciplinary trends.
* Curriculum design and program outcome alignment.
* Assessment methods and student learning measurement.
* Accreditation standards (SACSCOC and discipline-specific).
* Academic policies, procedures, and ethics.
* Adult learning principles and adaptive learning styles.
* Educational technology and learning management systems.

*SKILLS*

*Teaching:*

* Course design and delivery.
* Learning activity development and facilitation.
* Technology integration and LMS proficiency.
* Instructional adaption.

*Assessment:*

* Valid assessment instrument development.
* Constructive feedback provision .
* Data analysis for instructional improvement.

*Communication:*

* Clear verbal and written communication.
* Professional presentation abilities.
* Active listening and collaboration.

*Technology:*

* Discipline -relevant software proficiency.
* Multimedia and presentation tools.
* Basic troubleshooting capabilities.

*USG Core Values*

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at [

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at [

*Equal Employment Opportunity*

Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is committed to the fundamental principle of equal opportunity and equal treatment for every prospective and current employee. No person shall, on the grounds of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, be excluded from employment or participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination, under any program or activity conducted by GCSU.

Georgia College & State University is a national award-winning institution in areas of student success and achievement. It strives to achieve excellence in the composition of its community, educational programs, university policies, research and scholarship, campus life, employment practices, extracurricular activities, and community outreach. It is a priority of the university to be a welcoming and inclusive environment so that its campus culture will enhance the ability of its community members to succeed in their endeavors, to be respected as individuals, and to feel a sense of belonging.

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