Lecturer of Human Development and Family Studies

Location: Oneonta, NY Category: Faculty Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Tue Oct 27 2026 Job Description:

Every individual, family, and community is shaped by relationships, experiences, and opportunities across the lifespan. As a Lecturer in Human Development and Family Studies at the State University of New York at Oneonta, you'll help prepare the next generation of professionals dedicated to improving quality of life through education, advocacy, and human services beginning fall 2027.

This 10-month academic-year appointment offers the opportunity to enjoy the balance of the academic calendar while benefiting from New York's public higher education system, including comprehensive health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits. Just as importantly, you'll play a vital role in shaping future professionals whose work will support individuals, families, and communities for years to come.

Through engaging instruction, mentorship, and experiential learning opportunities, you'll help bring that mission to life. In the Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS) program, students explore the factors that shape individuals, families, and communities across the lifespan while engaging in applied coursework, internships, and hands-on learning experiences that connect theory to practice and prepare them for careers in human services or graduate study.

To learn more about the University and the department, please visit:

• https://suny.oneonta.edu/

• https://suny.oneonta.edu/human-ecology

• https://suny.oneonta.edu/academics/schools/education-human-ecology-and-sports-studies

Duties May Include:

• Teaching a variety of undergraduate courses, including:

• Human Development

• Marriage and Family Relationships

• Parent Education

• Teaching courses aligned with your area of expertise.

• Holding office hours and providing support to students.

Salary: $52,838. SUNY Oneonta is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer. Information on SUNY's comprehensive benefits offerings can be found at https://www.suny.edu/benefits. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Human Development and Family Studies, Developmental Psychology, or a closely related field.

• Experience teaching college-level courses.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or comparable degree.

• More than one year of college-level teaching experience.

• Experience teaching face-to-face classes.

• Expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Substance Use

• Gerontology

• Program Development

• Early Childhood

• Experience working with or serving a diverse and/or multicultural populations.

Additional Information:

SUNY Oneonta enrolls about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 70-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully. Oneonta enrolls about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 70-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully.

The university is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains about a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. With a population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the 20 Most Picturesque Small Towns in America, according to Microsoft News. The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year-round. Each season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance, management, and culture. The university's indeed.com rating is 4.4, with one recent review noting that the people are what make SUNY Oneonta so special.

SUNY Oneonta values a diverse university community. Please visit our website on diversity at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/about/mission-values-vision/inclusivity. Moreover, the university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. "At SUNY Oneonta, we believe that diversity is an asset and a source of strength that energizes our collective growth and innovation." - President Alberto Cardelle.