Adjunct Faculty - Psychology

WPU The William Paterson University of New Jersey; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 23,436 - 24,273; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

WPU The William Paterson University of New Jersey is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member in the Department of Psychology. This role involves developing a course syllabus, teaching courses effectively, and engaging with students to contribute to their success.

Applicants should hold a Master's or PhD in Psychology, with teaching experience preferred. This position offers competitive compensation per credit along with eligibility for a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Earned Master's or PhD in Psychology.
• Preferred: one or more years of teaching in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Develop a course syllabus following the departmental course outline and provided materials.
• Teach courses in a manner consistent with best practices in the discipline.
• Engage responsibly and reliably with students, providing support and guidance.

Skills

Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds

Good classroom presence

Enthusiasm for teaching

Interest in professional growth

Responsive to student needs

Education

Master’s or PhD in Psychology

Job description

Job Title

Adjunct Faculty, Department of Psychology, College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Position Overview

Adjunct faculty position in the Department of Psychology at William Paterson University.

Responsibilities

• Develop a course syllabus following the departmental course outline and provided materials.
• Teach courses in a manner consistent with best practices in the discipline.
• Engage responsibly and reliably with students, providing support and guidance to contribute to their success.

Qualifications

• Earned Master’s or PhD in Psychology.
• Preferred: one or more years of teaching in higher education.
• Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Good classroom presence and enthusiasm for teaching.
• Interest in professional growth.
• Responsive to student needs.

Compensation

Adjunct per credit rate: New employees – $2100 per credit; Employees with 13+ semesters at WP – $2175 per credit.

Benefits

Eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health and dental insurance and retirement plans.

EEO Statement

William Paterson University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race or ethnicity, sex/gender (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, civil union status, familial status, religion, national origin or citizenship, military service status, or any other category protected by law. William Paterson University does not discriminate on the basis of any category stated above or as prohibited by applicable law. Individuals from historically underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.