Part-Time Faculty (Temporary) in Psychology

University of Maine; Orono (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent academic institution in Orono, Maine, is seeking part-time, temporary faculty members for various psychology courses in fall 2025 and/or spring 2026. Responsibilities include developing syllabi, lesson planning, grading, and student interaction. Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in Psychology or a closely related field, with a PhD and teaching experience preferred. Applications require a cover letter and resume. This role offers a chance to teach at a respected institution.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology or a closely related field.
• Academic preparation adequate for the courses to be taught.
• At least two years’ college teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop syllabus aligned with departmental expectations.
• Plan lessons and design assignments.
• Grade assignments and conduct office hours.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum Development

Grading

Syllabus Development

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology or closely related field

PhD in Psychology or closely related field (preferred)

Job description

Overview

In the Psychology Department, one or more courses may be offered to part‑time, temporary faculty members during fall 2025 and/or spring 2026. Courses available could include PSY 208 (Personality), PSY 212 (Abnormal Psychology), PSY 223 (Psychology of Childhood), PSY 230 (Social Psychology), PSY 232 (Environmental Psychology), PSY 361 (Sensation & Perception), PSY 412 (Foundations of Clinical Psychology), PSY 424 (Abnormal Child Psychology), PSY 466 (Cognitive Neuroscience) and PSY 491 (Senior Seminar; variable topics, including, but not limited to, cognitive neuroscience, developmental psychology, abnormal psychology).

Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: syllabus development aligned with departmental expectations, lesson planning, assignment design, grading, office hours, correspondence with students, use of an online learning management system and/or other instructional software, course coordination meetings with other faculty members, and required orientation and training.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology or a closely related field.
• Academic preparation adequate for the courses to be taught.

Preferred:

• At least two years’ college teaching experience.
• PhD in Psychology or a closely related field.

Other Information

To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:

• Cover letter describing experience, interests, and suitability for the position.
• Resume or curriculum vitae.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Review of applications will be ongoing to meet the needs of the fall 2025 and/or spring 2026 semesters.

For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Thane Fremouw at [e-mail] or 207‑581‑2033.

In complying with applicable laws, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability or veteran status. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.