Position Title: Lecturer of Psychology
Department: Psychology
Reports To: Psychology Department Chair
Location: In-person (River Forest, IL)
Application: Open until filled
Position Summary:
The Psychology Department at Dominican University is accepting applications for a Lecturer position in psychology, area of specialization open , to teach foundational courses in psychology, including Introduction to Psychology and courses in their area of specialty. This is a full-time, in-person, appointment. Although Lecturers are not on a tenure-track, they do have a promotion path (Lecturer; Senior Lecturer; Distinguished Lecturer), can become eligible for multi-year contracts, and can (when qualified) be considered for conversion to a tenure-track appointment. Lecturers have a workload of 24 credit hours per academic year.
We are especially interested in candidates who can re-envision, organize, and standardize our Introduction to Psychology curriculum by working with the other faculty members in the department to continuously improve and assess an inclusive, inquiry-based curriculum for this course. Especially strong candidates would be those excited to contribute to other first- and second-year courses (e.g., Abnormal Psychology, Introduction to Neuroscience, Multicultural Psychology). Successful candidates will be joining a supportive and collaborative department, with excellent opportunities for professional and career development, including a strong departmental interest in the scholarship of teaching and learning. Candidates of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Benefits
Employment at Dominican University is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation.
About Dominican University
Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university located in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago, with an additional campus in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Dominican University offers associate, baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral degrees. It is highly regarded for its academic rigor, thoughtful accompaniment of students, intentional affordability, and values-based, relationship-centered learning environment.
Dominican currently enrolls over 3,800 students, including 2,690 undergraduates and 1,114 graduate students. Sixty-eight percent (68%) of undergraduate students identify as Latinx, 5% as Black or African American, and 3% as Asian. Under-represented minority students comprise 77% of the undergraduate enrollment and 38% of the graduate enrollment. Over 90 percent of undergraduates receive some form of financial aid. Nearly half of all undergraduates are first-generation college students; over half are federal Pell Grant recipients, illustrating their families' level of income; and 58% are eligible for low-income MAP grants from the State of Illinois.
Recognized since 2011 as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education, Dominican is committed to expanding and enhancing educational opportunities for Latinx students and all students from historically underrepresented groups. For more information, visit
Expectations for all Dominican Employees
To support the University's mission of preparing students to pursue truth, give compassionate service, and participate in the creation of a more just and humane world, engage in university service work that promotes collaboration and community building. This includes participating in organizational initiatives, supporting campus events, contributing to community outreach, and fostering a supportive environment through involvement in various staff-driven activities and groups.
Institutional Statement
Dominican University is committed to fostering a supportive academic community that provides access and opportunity for all our students.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Dominican University is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal and state employment regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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