Description

Position Details

Position Information

Working Position Title
Instructor, Psychology (Creating a Pool for Anticipated Openings)

Classification Title
Instructor

Position Number

Posting Date
07/30/2025

Closing Date
09/30/2025

Priority Review Date

Business Unit Description
Faculty

Full-Time/Part Time
Part-Time

FTE
.50

Position Status
Temporary

FLSA
Exempt

Job Code
2070

Union Representation
Union

Union Code
UPI - Univ Prof of Illinois, #4100

Unit/Department
Psychology

College/Unit
College of LA&S Dean

Division
Academic Division

Location
PM 409

Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page
https://www.niu.edu/clas/psychology/index.shtml

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Overview

The Department of Psychology at the College of Liberal arts and Sciences, Northern Illinois University ( NIU ), invites applications for instructor positions in order to create a pool for advance and short-notice hiring. These will be part or full-time temporary instructor positions. Start dates vary based on programmatic needs.

We are seeking potential candidates to provide high-quality teaching in the areas of Psychology who fully embrace NIU's mission of providing opportunity to a diverse student body by providing them with access to high quality education.

With approximately 16,000 students, NIU is one of the largest public universities in the state of Illinois. NIU strives to improve outcomes for all students by identifying and removing barriers that disproportionately hinder the academic achievement and student experience of historically and currently underserved populations. The Department of Psychology is committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environments for all of our students, staff, and faculty. NIU's geographical reach extends beyond its main DeKalb campus (65 miles west of downtown Chicago, 60 miles from the O'Hare International Airport, and 40 miles west of Naperville - a booming community with one of the best school systems in the nation.) to satellite campuses in Naperville, Rockford, Hoffman Estates, and Chicago as well as to students online.

Applications are accepted continuously and reviewed as vacancies become available. There may not be an actual vacancy at the time you apply.

Position Summary

The Psychology Instructor will be responsible for teaching various topics in Psychology at both the undergraduate level and graduate levels and holding office hours. Applicants may be required to provide "in person" instruction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teaching load will be no more than 12 credit hours during fall semester, no more than 12 credit hours during Spring semesters, and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Psychology

Additional Requirements

N/A

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching and mentoring students of diverse backgrounds
• Ph.D. in Psychology

Physical Demands Summary

N/A

Appointment and Compensation Details

Appointment and Compensation Details

Anticipated Appointment Start Date
8/16/2025

Anticipated Appointment End Date
05/15/2026

Percent of Staff Year
0.75

Standard Hours Per Week
37.50

Salary
Part-time: One-class per semester at $5,250. Full-time: Negotiated salary range based on qualifications

Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range
$1166.68

Earn Type
Salary

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

Prospective applicants should visit ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­ https://employment.niu.edu/postings/84315 to apply online and upload the following materials:

• Cover letter
• Resume/CV
• Teaching Evaluations (if applicable)
• List of three professional references
• Unofficial transcripts (official upon hire)

Special Instructions

N/A

Quick Link to Applicant
https://employment.niu.edu/postings/84315

Is Background Check Required
Yes

EEO Statement Summary

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services 230
[email protected]
815-753-5560

Visa Policy

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

ADA Accommodation

NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person's disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form . For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity ( AAEO ) at [email protected] .

Safety Information

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Read the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.
Contact the Ethics and Compliance Office at 815-753-9364 for a hard copy.



Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)
4. List of at least 3 Professional References

Optional Documents

1. Teaching Evaluation
2. Other

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).