Visiting Instructor or Assistant Professor of HDEP
Posting DetailsPosting DetailsLogoInstitutionThe University of South DakotaWorking TitleVisiting Instructor or Assistant Professor of HDEPPosting NumberF01872PDepartmentUSD-Counseling & Psychology in Ed.Physical Location of Position (City)VermillionPosting TextJOB DESCRIPTION: The Human Development and Educational Psychology program seeks applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor position beginning in Fall 2026. Primary responsibilities include teaching on-campus and online undergraduate and graduate courses. Teaching assignments will be made based on professional and academic background and the needs of the Division; this includes both graduate- and undergraduate-level human development and educational psychology courses, and other courses as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS: Requires a graduate degree completed by August 22, 2026, in Educational Psychology, Human Development, Educational Research, Family Studies, Psychology, or a closely related field. Preference will be given to candidates with a doctoral degree. Applicants must show evidence of accomplishments or strong potential for success in teaching.SALARY/COMPENSATION: Salary is commensurate with qualifications. This is a nine-month, temporary appointment.APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Available online at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu/Inquiries should be directed to Gabrielle Strouse, Division Chair at gabrielle.strouse@usd.eduAPPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applicants will begin May 18, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.Posting Date05/04/2026Closing DateOpen Until FilledYesFirst Consideration Date05/18/2026Advertised SalarySalary is commensurate with qualifications.Duration of the Term9 monthsIf Other, describe durationAppointment Percent100Tenure StatusTermProposed RankMultiple RankWork HoursDepends on course scheduleTypical Hours Worked Per WeekAt least 40 hours/week based on teaching scheduleAppointment TypeTemporaryScope of SearchExternal (includes Internal)If internal, define scope of searchDepartment Description and Cultural ExpectationsTHE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH DAKOTA: The University of South Dakota is a comprehensive; liberal arts based state institution with an enrollment over 10,000 students. Basic and professional programs are available in the School of Education, School of Business, School of Law, School of Medicine, School of Health Sciences, College of Fine Arts, and the College of Arts and Sciences.SCHOOL OF EDUCATION: The School of Education is organized into four basic Divisions: Teacher Residency & Education: Educational Leadership; Counseling and Psychology in Education; and Kinesiology & Sport Management. Graduate work is available through the doctorate in several program areas. The Education unit is accredited/approved by CAEP, CACREP, and NASP.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementUSD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.Contact InformationInquiries should be directed to Gabrielle Strouse, Division Chair at gabrielle.strouse@usd.edu