What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor of Psychology position at Louisiana State University?
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Job Posting Title:
Instructor of Psychology
Position Type:
Faculty
Department:
LSUA ASA - Psychology (Beth Whittington (00008465))
Work Location:
LSU - Alexandria
Pay Grade:
Academic
Job Description:
Instructor of Psychology
POSITION DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Department of Psychology at LSU of Alexandria (LSUA) seeks to fill an Instructor of Psychology position which will start in August 2026. The position is open to all specialties in psychology. Preference will be given to applicants who can teach a variety of general psychology courses (i.e., Introduction to Psychology, Developmental, Statistics for the Behavioral and Social Sciences, Ethics, and others in their area of specialization). The successful candidate will have a 5/5 teaching load; maintain office hours; serve on departmental and university committees; provide community service; demonstrate willingness to use technology in all courses (face-to-face, hybrid, and online). This candidate must be available to teach on-campus courses at LSU Alexandria. Summer teaching and overload courses are available (not required) pending departmental needs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum qualifications: Completion of Master’s in Psychology or equivalent field
With nine years of service at LSUA, this Instructor position is eligible for promotion to Senior Instructor and could be converted to a tenure track line upon the instructor’s completion of a Ph.D. in Psychology or a related field.
LSUA, a part of the regional LSU system, is an undergraduate institution, noted for its emphasis on excellent teaching. The Department of Psychology offers the BS in Psychology with several concentration options as well as a BGS in Social Sciences.
Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, copies of graduate transcripts, and the names and contact information of three professional references Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Employment is contingent upon a background check.
Questions can be directed to the LSUA Human Resources Management Office at 318-473-6401.
Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and reviewed until the position is filled.
LSUA is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
Additional Job Description:
Competencies:
NoneSpecial Instructions:
Questions can be directed to the LSUA Human Resources Management Office at 318-473-6401 or hr@lsua.edu.Background check is rehired for hire.
Posting Date:
May 12, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSUA offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 318-473-6401 or emailed hr@lsua.edu