Visiting Instructor or Assistant Professor of HDEP

Posting Details

Posting Details


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Institution
The University of South Dakota


Working Title
Visiting Instructor or Assistant Professor of HDEP


Posting Number
F01872P


Department
USD-Counseling & Psychology in Ed.


Physical Location of Position (City)
Vermillion


Posting Text

JOB 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

Inquiries should be directed to Gabrielle Strouse, Division Chair at View email address on click.appcast.io

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applicants will begin May 18, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

Posting Date
05/04/2026


Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes


First Consideration Date
05/18/2026


Advertised Salary
Salary is commensurate with qualifications.


Duration of the Term
9 months


If Other, describe duration

Appointment Percent
100


Tenure Status
Term


Proposed Rank
Multiple Rank


Work Hours


Depends on course schedule

Typical Hours Worked Per Week
At least 40 hours/week based on teaching schedule


Appointment Type
Temporary


Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)


If internal, define scope of search

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

THE 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 Statement


USD 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 Information


Inquiries should be directed to Gabrielle Strouse, Division Chair at View email address on click.appcast.io