Psychology - Adjunct Instructor

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Sacred Heart University's Department of Psychology invites applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor to teach a range of undergraduate psychology courses, across all disciplines.These courses can be taught in-person, asynchronously online or hybridized (1x/week in-person and the other content is delivered online). Preference will be given to instructors that can teach in-person or hybridized classes.

In your letter of interest, please specify the following:

• Which courses you would be interested in teaching
• If you prefer to teach online, in-person or hybridized classes
• Your available times to teach the course if in-person or hybridized

The Psychology Department at Sacred Heart University provides students with a foundation in the scientific study of human behavior. The department is the largest undergraduate program at the university and aims to advance the understanding and application of psychological science through its broad-ranging curriculum, which includes a variety of immersive and hands-on educational experiences, especially faculty-student research collaborations, service-learning opportunities, internships, and study abroad courses.

Requirements:
A Ph.D. is preferred, although ABD candidates and those with a master's degree will be considered.

Employees are expected to actively promote a collegial environment and a safe space where all may thrive and succeed.

Application Instructions:
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a letter of interest, current CV, and statement of teaching philosophy. Letters of reference and official transcripts will be required at a later time. Questions regarding this position may be addressed to Dr. Deirdre Yeater, Department Chair, [email protected].

Compensation & Benefits:
The salary range for this position is $4,300–$5,400 per 3-credit course.

Adjunct Instructors are not eligible to participate in the University’s employee health and welfare benefit programs; however, they are eligible to participate in Sacred Heart University’s 403(b) retirement plan, subject to the terms and eligibility requirements of the plan.

Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.