Assistant Lecturer, Family and Consumer Sciences

University of Wyoming • Laramie, WY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Instructional and program support for the Human Development & Family Sciences unit, Family & Consumer Sciences. Primary responsibilities include teaching traditional and online undergraduate courses in areas such as child development, intimate relationships, family relationships, professionalism and communication in family and consumer sciences, and family decision making and resource management. Responsibilities will also include contributing to professional, departmental, and university service activities.

Requirements

• Earned master’s degree in human development and family sciences or closely related field at time of appointment.
• Established college-level teaching record as graduate student, instructor or above.
• Eligible to work in the United States, as sponsorship for any work authorization or work visas is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Earned PhD or equivalent terminal degree in HDFS or Family Science.
• Experience with college/university-level teaching (>1 year of college teaching, with both face-to-face or online experience).
• Specific expertise in areas such as family relationships, family policy, family stress and coping, family resource management, child development.
• Proven ability to advise, mentor, or supervise students in academic and professional experiences.
• Experience teaching in digital learning environments (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard) and experience with online instruction.
• Effective communication and collaborative skills that facilitate an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and all-around positive environment.

Responsibilities

• Teaching traditional and online undergraduate courses in areas such as child development, intimate relationships, family relationships, professionalism and communication in family and consumer sciences, and family decision making and resource management.
• Contributing to professional, departmental, and university service activities.

Benefits

• Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes over 15% of your gross salary. With your mandatory employee contribution, the total contribution toward your retirement plan exceeds 19%.
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs.
• Paid Time Off: Benefit from ample vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and paid winter closure.
• Tuition Waiver: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers, supporting continuous education and professional growth.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs: Stay healthy with wellness initiatives, counseling services, and mental health resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level