Adjunct/Part-Time Faculty; Psychological Science

The University of North Carolina; Rolla (MO); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte invites applications for a part-time adjunct faculty position in Psychological Science. Teaching will be in person, hybrid, or online, focusing on history & systems, methods, and applied psychology sub-fields.

Applicants with familiarity with undergraduate curricula and Canvas LMS are preferred. Responsibilities include syllabus development, lectures, grading, and maintaining office hours.

Qualifications

• MA or higher in Psychology required or preferred.
• Undergraduate teaching experience desired.
• Familiarity with undergraduate Psychology curriculum and Canvas LMS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate psychology courses, including history & systems, methods, and applied psychology sub-fields.
• Develop or update course syllabus and prepare lectures, projects, or assignments.
• Maintain office hours, grade assignments and exams, and submit progress reports and final grades.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Diversity awareness

Education

MA or higher in Psychology

Undergraduate teaching experience

Tools

Canvas

Online course tech

Job description

Adjunct/Part-Time Faculty; Psychological Science

Position Information

General Information

Position Number

Position Number EPTF50

Working Title

Working Title Adjunct/Part-Time Faculty; Psychological Science

Division

Division Academic Affairs

Department

Department College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences (Col)

Work Unit

Work Unit Psychological Science

Work Location

Work Location Psychological Science

Vacancy Open To

Vacancy Open To All Candidates

Position Designation

Position Designation Adjunct / Part-Time Faculty

Employment Type

Employment Type Temporary - Part-time

Hours per week Varies

Work Schedule

Varies

Pay Rate

Pay Rate Pay Rate varies

Preferred: MA or higher in Psychology or related field; related teaching experience at the undergraduate level; excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills; ability to interact effectively with students of diverse backgrounds, NC resident or greater Charlotte metropolitan area.

Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:

The Department of Psychological Science at the University of North Carolina Charlotte invites applications for a part-time adjunct position, to begin January, 2026. The position will involve teaching undergraduate, face-to-face (traditional or hybrid, preferred), or online courses in psychology, specifically history & systems, methods, and applied psychology sub-field such as positive or industrial/organization psychology. The following are also preferred: familiarity with undergraduate Psychology curriculum; familiarity with online course technology and learning management systems (Canvas); expertise in research methods.

Duties and Responsibilities

UNC Charlotte is accepting applications for adjunct or part-time faculty. These positions are temporary and usually involve teaching a particular course or courses for a particular semester. These positions are temporary and do not accrue benefits. Responsibilities could include: Developing and/or updating course syllabus, preparation of lectures, projects, or other student assignments, meeting all designated class periods, maintaining regularly scheduled office hours, grading student assignments and exams in a timely manner, submitting completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations. The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an ADVANCE Institution that strives to create an academic climate in which the dignity of all individuals is respected and maintained. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. The chosen applicant is subject to a criminal background check.

Proposed Hire Date

Proposed Hire Date 01/11/2027

Expected Length of Assignment

Expected Length of Assignment Spring Semester 2027

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 09/30/2026

Posting Close Date

Posting Close Date 10/30/2026

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