Adjunct Psychology Instructor – Psychological Science

byu; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 3,000 - 5,000; Part time

Job summary

Brigham Young University seeks an adjunct instructor to teach Psychology 111: Psychological Science in-person in Provo, UT. The course runs MWF 12:00–12:50 PM during Winter Semester 2027, and the hire will relocate to Utah for the duration of employment.

The successful candidate will emphasize critical thinking and scientific inquiry, with mentoring and a collaborative department culture. The position requires an MS or PhD in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field, completed by the start

Qualifications

• Commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and mentoring.
• Ability to teach foundational principles of psychological science.
• Must complete degree by start date.

Responsibilities

• Teach Psych 111: Psychological Science.
• Emphasize critical thinking, scientific inquiry, and real-world application.
• Support a collegial culture and open, reproducible research.
• Relocate to Utah and reside there during employment.

Skills

Undergraduate teaching

Mentoring

Critical thinking

Scientific inquiry

Public speaking

Education

MS or PhD in psychology, neuroscience, or related field

Job description

Brigham Young University seeks an adjunct instructor to teach Psychology 111: Psychological Science in-person in Provo, UT. The course runs MWF 12:00–12:50 PM during Winter Semester 2027, and the hire will relocate to Utah for the duration of employment.

The successful candidate will emphasize critical thinking and scientific inquiry, with mentoring and a collaborative department culture. The position requires an MS or PhD in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field, completed by the start