Job Summary

The Department of Psychological Sciences is seeking applications for Limited Term Lecturers (LTL) to teach elementary psychology, introduction to behavioral neuroscience, and introduction to cognitive psychology. These courses will be available at the Indianapolis campus of Purdue University and will begin in January 2026. 
LTL positions are temporary, non-benefits eligible, part-time positions hired each semester on an as-needed basis.  We are hiring for the spring 2026 semester. 

Primary Responsibilities:
•    The primary responsibilities of successful candidates will be to:
•    Teach courses in elementary psychology, and/or introduction to behavioral neuroscience or introduction to cognitive psychology.  Courses will be taught in-person on the Indianapolis campus. 
•    Deliver curriculum that aligns with required student learning outcomes.  
•    Maintain office hours and provide feedback to students in a timely manner.
•    Maintain FERPA certification.
•    Assist with program-related duties and administrative tasks, orientation, proctoring, student evaluations, curriculum, and program review. 
•    Understand and adhere to University policies and guidelines

Qualifications for this position:
A Master’s degree or PhD in Psychological Sciences.  Successful candidates must have strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to communicate both orally and in writing in English.  Candidates must have demonstrated experience teaching at the college level or relevant professional experience. 

About Purdue University
Purdue University is Indiana’s public land-grant university and a world-class research and teaching institution.  In 2023, for the 6th consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report has ranked Purdue among the top 10 Most Innovative Schools int eh nation.  Purdue is home to nearly 2,900 full-time faculty and post-doctoral researchers, enrolls a diverse student body of over 10,500 graduate students and 35,000 undergraduate students. 

How to apply:
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled. 

External candidates are asked to submit applications online at: https://careers.purdue.edu/job/Lecturer-Limited-Term/39212-en_US/
Internal candidates are asked to submit applications online at: https://careers.purdue.edu/job/Limited-Term-Lecturer-Psychological-Sciences/39212-en_US/?isInternalUser=true

1. A cover letter that addresses related experience and ability to tech in Indianapolis during the Spring 2026 semester.
2. A CV
3. Contact information of three references.

 A background check will be required for employment in this position.  For additional information, contact Dr. Kimberly Kinzig kkinzig@purdue.edu