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Lecturer - Psychology

Screening will begin immediately, position is open until filled. These positions have a nine-month academic year appointment with potential for optional summer teaching. The contract is renewable annually dependent on performance, need, and funding. All materials will be held in strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified.

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Required documentation includes all of the items listed below.

• Cover Letter: please describe how you meet each of the required qualifications and make additional note of any/all preferred qualifications.
• Curriculum Vitae
• Evidence: Attach evidence of effective teaching to include teaching evaluations if available for the most recent two years. Student evaluations should not include the original evaluation materials, but should be limited to 3rd party summaries.
• Mission Statement Response: EWU's mission is to provide an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence. We are committed to serving first-generation, Pell-eligible students. How would you contribute to this mission?
• List of Professional References: please include a list of at least three references including names, title, organization name, phone numbers, email addresses, and their connection to you.
• Additional optional links: if you have additional documents that serve as evidence of how you meet the qualifications, you may upload those items to the optional links labeled Other Document #1 and Other Document #2.

Eastern Washington University's School of Psychology invites applications for a full-time, academic year, Lecturer position, specializing in School Psychology or a related emphasis to begin September 16, 2026. This lecturer position is a full-time, one-year appointment, and eligible for renewal for successive annual appointments. This position requires candidates to be located in or willing to relocate to the greater Spokane-Cheney area.

Responsibilities include effectively teaching a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses to fulfill the needs of the Programs and School. Final courses will be determined in consultation with the Chair. Courses at the graduate level will be specific to expertise and support offerings in our NASPA-Accredited EdS School Psychology Program. Courses at the undergraduate level may include Introductory Psychology, Stress and Coping, Great Works in Psychology, Health Psychology, Collaborative and Integrative Care, Research Method, and Theories of Personality. Additional teaching responsibilities may include student advising and practicum/internship/research/portfolio supervision. Collecting, retaining, and disseminating course and program data for accrediting bodies and to maintain professional standards. Collaborating with colleagues in utilization of creativity and best practice knowledge in curriculum development, classroom instruction, and student supervision. Supervising students engaged in applied experiences such as research, practicum, portfolio, and internship. Attending and participating in weekly School meetings; School, College, and University meetings retreats, and graduation ceremonies, and program specific collaboration teams meetings as well as collaborating with colleagues to fulfill the missions of the School of Psychology. The typical teaching load is 45 credits per year, spread over three quarters. The candidate is expected to participate in program specific work groups related to their expertise and should be an active member in the School.

The salary for this position is $58,477. In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits-briefing/benefits/.

Applications will be accepted until filled, and application review will begin immediately. A three-day notice will be provided prior to closure of recruitment. All materials will be held in strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified. EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a workforce that is welcoming to all and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply for this position.

Eastern Washington University provides an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence.