Lecturer in Education

University of Pennsylvania

Philadelphia, PA

JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Philadelphia, PA
POSTED
30+ days ago


The Human Development and Quantitative Methods Division at the University of Pennsylvania’s Graduate School of Education (GSE) seeks nominees and applicants for a Lecturer in Education position in its Interdisciplinary Studies in Human Development (ISHD) program. The successful applicant will be expected to teach masters and doctoral courses in such areas as children and youth; cognitive, social and emotional development; learning in schools and other cultural contexts. The position will complement the division’s strengths in school and mental health counseling, as well as support Penn GSE’s existing strengths in applied research and development.





This appointment will be for one academic year and can be renewed twice for a total of three years, contingent upon a satisfactory performance evaluation after each year.



Competive candidates for the position must show a strong background in graduate-level teaching and advising along with a record of peer-reviewed publication. Applicants must have earned a doctorate in developmental science, applied psychology, or a related field.







Please upload the follow materials to the application portal in Interfolio:





+ A letter expressing your interest and general qualifications



+ Curriculum Vitae



+ Names and contact information for three references



+ Selected publications (2-3) or other relevant manuscripts





The search committee will begin reviewing applications on May 1, 2026, and will continue to consider new applications until the position is filled. We intend to fill the position prior to the upcoming academic year.




The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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University of Pennsylvania

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