Teaching Instructor, Teaching Assistant Professor

The Department of Psychology at East Carolina University (ECU) invites applications for a fixed-term Teaching Instructor or Teaching Assistant Professor, beginning as early as January 2026. This 9-month, non-tenure track, position will be expected to provide high-quality undergraduate instruction in the BA Psychology degree program. The main area of need is online asynchronous teaching at an accelerated pace in the department’s new online undergraduate Psychology program. The online Bachelor of Arts program, part of a new UNC System online education partnership called Project Kitty Hawk (Project Kitty Hawk – UNC System (northcarolina.edu) is designed to primarily serve adult learners and part-way-home students and is a critical component of the department, college, and university’s strategic plan. Regarding undergraduate instructional requirements, needs exist in all areas of the curriculum, and candidates can expect to regularly teach both core (e.g., introductory psychology, statistics, research methods) and elective (e.g., cognitive, social) courses. There is a particular need for instruction in industrial and organizational psychology. The expected course load is eight courses per academic year.

Minimum Education/Experience

A Master’s degree in Psychology or related discipline is required for appointment as Teaching Instructor. A PhD or equivalent in Psychology or related discipline is required for appointment as Teaching Assistant Professor. Qualifying degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

None.

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

Expertise with online instruction and instruction for adult learners is preferred.

Special Instructions to Applicant

To apply, complete a candidate profile and submit the following items for position number 600261at https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/96713.

• Cover Letter
• CV
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Contact information for three current references

Review of applications will begin on 10/13/2026 and continue until the position is filled. Official transcripts are required upon employment, and three reference letters are required upon selection as a finalist.

Inquiries about the position can be addressed to the search committee chair Dr. Jaclynn Sullivan, [email protected].

Contingent upon available funding. This position may be eligible for Flexible Work Arrangements (FWA) ranging from face-to-face to fully remote under the ECU FWA Policy. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Additional Instructions to Applicant

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

Job Open Date

09/28/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.

Initial Screening Begins

10/13/2026

Rank Level

Not Applicable

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/96713

Nondiscrimination Statement

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA[email protected].

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity

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