Adjunct in Developmental Psychology

OVERVIEW

The University of St. Thomas Psychology Department invites applications for an adjunct faculty appointment to teach PSYC 202: Lifespan Development, a foundational undergraduate course examining prenatal development through late adulthood, including physical growth, brain development, cognitive changes, emotional and social development, and research designs. The department anticipates a need for one to two sections for Spring 2027, with additional teaching opportunities possible in future semesters based on department needs and enrollments.

We are particularly interested in candidates with academic training and/or teaching experience in developmental psychology, human development, lifespan development, or a closely related area. Candidates with experience teaching lifespan or developmental psychology at the undergraduate level are especially encouraged to apply.

All courses are taught in-person on the St. Paul campus of the University of St. Thomas.

The salary range for the College of Arts and Sciences Adjunct positions ranges from $5,994 to $6,717 (per 4 credit undergraduate course, 3 credit graduate course). Rate of pay is determined by academic credential and years of teaching experience.

Teaching load generally ranges from one to two lectures sections per semester, depending upon department needs and enrollments. We seek candidates interested in facilitating meaningful experiences between students and faculty that empower undergraduate students to find success and to solve challenging problems in service of the common good.

The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment.  The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO).  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic.  This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good.  A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications

We will consider candidates with an advanced degree (master's or doctorate) in Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Human Development, or a closely related field. ABD doctoral candidates are encouraged to apply.  Preferred qualifications:

• Graduate training in developmental psychology, human development, psychology, or a closely related field;
• Experience teaching lifespan development, developmental psychology, or related undergraduate courses;
• Familiarity with contemporary developmental research, theory, and evidence-based approaches to understanding human development across the lifespan;
• Ability to engage undergraduate students with the major concepts, theories, and empirical findings in developmental psychology;
• Interest in fostering meaningful relationships with and mentoring undergraduate students;
• Commitment to inclusive and student-centered teaching practices.

HOW TO APPLY

Candidates will be asked to copy/paste a cover letter into the application and submit a curriculum vitae with professional references. The cover letter should include which disciplines the candidate is interested in teaching. The curriculum vitae should provide evidence that the candidate is qualified to teach the preferred discipline. If the candidate wishes to be considered for a lecture position, they should also include evidence of teaching effectiveness as part of the application.

No references will be contacted without first getting the permission of the candidate.