Adjunct Instructor, Psychology

Widener University; Chester (Delaware County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Chester is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for Psychology. This part-time position requires a Master's degree in Psychology and experience in teaching. Responsibilities include teaching Introductory Psychology, developing course materials, and holding office hours to support students. Candidates are encouraged to foster diversity and inclusivity in an academic environment.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have experience teaching.
• Dedication to diversity in educational environments.
• Available for in-person instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to three sections of Introductory Psychology.
• Create syllabi and assignments.
• Maintain regular weekly office hours.

Skills

Teaching ability

Collaboration

Course development

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology

PhD degree in Psychology

Job description

Thank you for your interest in working at Widener University.

Widener University is committed to fostering an inclusive community in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. You are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Adjunct Instructor, Psychology

Apply now Job no: 493315
Work type: Part‑time
Location: Chester
Categories: Adjunct

The Department of Psychology in the College of Arts and Sciences at Widener University invites applications for the position of adjunct professor of psychology. Applicants must have experience teaching and be dedicated to working collaboratively in a department and university that values diversity.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to):

Essential duties

• Teach up to three sections of Introductory Psychology. This course should introduce students to the science of Psychology, which studies the biological, cognitive, personal, and social processes that influence behavior and experience.
• Creating syllabi and assignments, and evaluating student work based on course goals.
• Maintain regular weekly office hours to provide academic support and guidance to students enrolled in assigned courses.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (education/training and experience required)

Required

• Master’s degree in Psychology

Preferred

• PhD degree in Psychology
• 2–3 years of teaching experience at the college or university level.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR UNUSUAL HOURS

• Must be available for in‑person instruction.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Widener University is committed to fostering an inclusive community in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive.

EOE M/F/V/D

Advertised: 23 Oct 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
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