Adjunct Faculty, Psychology

Position Description The Kakos School of Arts and Sciences is a vibrant, interdisciplinary community of student and faculty scholars working together to advance excellence in research, teaching, and learning. We combine Lasallian values with a person-centered approach to education to cultivate transferable critical thinking and scientific inquiry skills. Our students have the unique opportunity to scaffold their disciplinary passions on a strong foundation of the liberal arts and sciences to help them become successful, ethical professionals and community-engaged stewards of the future. Our 30 majors and 6 graduate programs prioritize building career-ready skills and include opportunities to engage with faculty in learning environments inside and outside of the classroom. We encourage students to study abroad in our signature two-week faculty led programs, conduct research projects with distinguished faculty members, pursue internships, and leverage all of the unique cultural experiences New York City has to offer. Approximately 85% of our graduates either find employment or enroll in a graduate program related to their field of study within a year of graduation. The Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences at Manhattan University seeks outstanding applicants for a part-time Adjunct Professor for the undergraduate Psychology program. This search is open to candidates in all areas of Psychology. A strong preference for candidates who hold a Ph.D. in Psychology, or a related discipline. Candidates must demonstrate experience in teaching undergraduate students. Job Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality instruction to students in the assigned

courses.

• Develop course materials, including syllabi, lesson plans, and

assessments.

• Engage and inspire students through effective teaching

strategies.

• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment conducive

to student engagement and academic success.

• Ensure active participation and engagement of students.
• Provide timely feedback and guidance to students to support

their learning and development.

• Submit grades on time and otherwise comply with requests from

the chair.

• Collaborate with other faculty members and participate in

departmental meetings and activities.

• It is the responsibility of the adjunct instructor to provide

content for and teach assigned courses. Courses that may be assigned include but are not limited to:

• Introduction to Psychology
• Other classes (electives, special topics, etc.) may also be

available to teach depending on the adjunct professor’s areas of expertise and the department’s needs.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Must have earned a PhD. in Psychology, or related area.

Physical Requirements:

• Some light lifting associated with setting up computers,

document cameras, or other hardware needed for conducting a mixed in-person plus remote class. Supplemental Information Salary Range Based on Experience:

• Instructor $1,477.28 per credit
• Assistant Professor $1,526.25 per credit
• Associate Professor $1,575.65 per credit
• Professor $1,625.04 per credit