Non-Tenure Track Positions

Dedman College is accepting the following applications for non-tenure track positions to begin Spring 2026/Fall 2026: 

Anthropology/ Position No. 00050366. The Department of Anthropology at 91����, Dallas, Texas, invites applications for a career track Lecturer in cultural anthropology.  The position will start August 1, 2026 and is renewable in future years with possibilities for advancement on the Lecturer track. We are looking for a cultural anthropologist to complement existing department teaching strengths that include: environment, health, economics, and heritage. The ideal candidate will have a track record of excellence in teaching. Typical teaching load is 4:4 teaching load with no contractual obligations for research or service. This is a renewable position with a promotional ladder. Teaching will be largely undergraduate with some graduate level teaching possibilities. Teaching faculty have access to internal conference funds and competitive research funds upon submission and approval. Candidates should have PhD in hand by August 1, 2026. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter addressing their teaching experience relative to the areas noted above; their curriculum vitae; the names and contact information of three references; and a teaching portfolio, which includes: a statement of teaching philosophy, course evaluations for past courses taught, and three syllabi, including one syllabus for Introduction to Cultural Anthropology. Please submit these materials via Interfolio to .For full consideration, please submit your required materials by November 1, 2025. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Successful candidates will be invited for a teaching demonstration via Zoom. Questions should be directed to Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Nia Parson, nparson@smu.edu. In , our faculty advance intellectual frontiers, both ancient and modern, through groundbreaking interdisciplinary research, innovative teaching, and community outreach, aimed at bringing insight and understanding to issues around global health and development, migration and borderland communities, and human impacts on and responses to environmental challenges. Anthropology has long been one of the strongest programs at SMU and we have one of the oldest graduate medical anthropology programs in the U.S. Our undergraduate, Masters’ and PhD-level programs help students build a complex understanding of difference, critical thinking, and global reach to best prepare them for life after graduation in academia and industry. Faculty currently hold competitive federal research grants from the National Institutes of Health and National Science Foundation, among others.

Economics. Position number 00052546. The Department of Economics in Dedman College of 91���� (SMU) invites applications for a non-tenure track Lecturer. We are interested in candidates with teaching expertise and interest in all areas of economics. The position entails a three-year contract with the possibility of renewal and a typical 4-4 teaching load (that includes teaching related departmental activities), and no research requirements. Teaching responsibilities will primarily be undergraduate courses with the possibility of a limited number of masters courses. The successful candidate should be able to teach introductory and intermediate microeconomics and macroeconomics, as well as advanced courses in their area of expertise. We seek an innovative and passionate educator and mentor for undergraduates and graduate students. Minimum Qualifications. Ph.D. in Economics or related field is required by August 1, 2026. Position start date is preferably January 1, 2026. If the position is not filled in time, the start date will be August 1, 2026. Application. Applications must be submitted via Interfolio at . Candidates should upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, and three letters of recommendation. Please state in your cover letter if you can start on January 1, 2026 and when you expect to complete your Ph.D. if you have yet to do so. To ensure full consideration for the position, the application must be received by October 15, 2025, but the committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. The committee will notify applicants of the employment decision after the position is filled. For additional information on this position send inquiries to eco@smu.edu. Department. The SMU Department of Economics is home to an exciting group of research-active scholars, lecturers, and staff. All faculty are dedicated instructors. Economics is the most popular major in Dedman College amongst undergraduates. We also maintain successful master’s and Ph.D. programs. For more information see

Physics. Position No. 50079. The Department of Physics at 91���� (SMU) invites applications for one (1) non- tenure-track full-time Laboratory Lecturer position. Applicants should present evidence of strong interest in teaching and interacting with undergraduate students. In addition, successful candidates should have strong communication and organizational skills. The start date for the position is expected to be August 1, 2026, with renewal contingent on funding and performance. The position focuses on, but is not limited to, teaching undergraduate introductory general Physics laboratories. The successful candidate will be the instructor of record for the labs and be responsible for preparation of lab manuals and other lab pedagogical materials. They will provide training for the graduate student teaching assistants and have overall responsibility for grading. They will work closely with a lab manager to ensure proper labs are ready. The expected teaching loads of the position will be the equivalent of four courses per semester, and training is provided. The position oזּ�ers a competitive salary with full benefits. During the academic year, the Laboratory Lecturer will be expected to live in the Dallas area and hold no other professional or academic obligations.  �ϳܲ�����fic���پ��DzԲ�:  The position requires a graduate degree in Physics or a related discipline, with a PhD preferred. Teaching experience in general physics laboratory courses, including teaching assistantships, is required, with experience as an instructor of record being particularly valuable. Experience in the operation of typical introductory physics laboratory equipment and instrumentation is also preferred.  Application: Applications received by November 22, 2025 will receive full consideration, but applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Applications should include the following documents: Cover letter; Curriculum vitae (CV); Statement of teaching philosophy (approximately one page); Two letters of recommendation to be uploaded by the letter writers into the Interfolio system; Teaching Portfolio - This may include any supporting material such as evidence of successful teaching and/or pedagogical skills or evidence of successful pedagogical innovation. Applications should be submitted through Interfolio at . The search committee will notify applicants of the employment decision after the position is filled. Questions about the position can be addressed to Professor Joel Meyers (jrmeyers@smu.edu). The SMU Department of Physics is accredited by the American Physical Society (APS) and we award BA, BS, MS, and PhD degrees in Physics. Learn more about the SMU Department of Physics at:

Psychology.  (Position No. 00006340). The Department of Psychology at 91���� seeks a full-time Lecturer in Psychology (Position No. 00006340) to begin in August 2026. This is a non-tenure track professional and teaching (P&T) faculty position with an initial contract for up to three years, renewable. Typical teaching load is twelve credit hours per semester (a 4/4 load) with opportunities for summer and intersession teaching. We are seeking candidates with teaching experience and the expertise to teach a breadth of courses in one or more of the following areas of psychology: introductory, developmental, social, personality, cognitive, organizational, and psychopathology. A PhD in psychology is required at the time of appointment. The Department of Psychology is part of Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences (/dedman) at SMU (/). The department houses a PhD program in psychological clinical science, an MS program in organizational psychology, and undergraduate programs with one of the largest number of majors at the university. The department is comprised of outstanding faculty who collaborate to create a stimulating environment emphasizing excellence in both research and teaching. For additional information about the department, visit /dedman/academics/departments/psychology. Applications must be submitted electronically via Interfolio at https://apply.interfolio.com/171431. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter; a curriculum vitae; a statement of teaching philosophy and teaching interests; and evidence of teaching effectiveness. Three letters of reference should be sent separately through links Interfolio will send to your references. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by January 15, 2026; however, the committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. For questions about the search submission process or position, contact Dr. Holly Bowen, Psychology Lecturer Search Committee Chair at hbowen@smu.edu. The committee will notify applicants of its employment decisions after the position is filled.

91���� is a secular, R-1 University growing in exciting ways with a new $100 million Moody Graduate School offering enhancements for our graduate students and faculty, a new $30 million Peter O’Donnell Data Science Institute, and a new membership in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) for college athletics. We have an intellectually vibrant community of internationally recognized scholars across the humanities, social sciences, mathematical sciences, engineering, law, fine arts, and business. SMU offers excellent benefits

SMU is a nationally-ranked, private, non-sectarian research institution located in one of the nation’s fastest growing metropolitan areas. Faculty are part of an inclusive and intellectually vibrant community of internationally recognized scholars across the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, mathematical sciences, engineering, and business. SMU offers excellent benefits including full same-sex domestic partner benefits. The City of Dallas is one of the nation’s most cosmopolitan commercial and cultural centers, and the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex is the fourth largest in the US. The region's quality of life is exceptional, with a relatively low cost of living and a variety of housing options.  A full range of professional sports teams, music venues, a lively and innovative restaurant scene, and more make Dallas an extremely liveable city.  Explore Dedman College at /dedman, and SMU at

SMU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression.

Hiring is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check.