Psychology Adjunct Professor

University of La Verne; La Verne (CA); On-site; USD 31,913 - 45,452; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefit Hub (discount perks)

Free Parking

Adjunct Faculty Development Funds

Staff discounted lunches at the Spot

10% off University Bookstore

Tuition Remission (Senior Adjuncts)

Contribution Retirement Plan

Medical benefits pending hours

Access to wellness center services

Job summary

A private university in California is seeking a Psychology Adjunct Professor to join its dedicated faculty. This role requires a doctoral degree in a relevant field and values prior teaching experience. The successful candidate will teach classes in the undergraduate psychology and related programs while embracing the university's commitment to diversity and inclusivity. Competitive pay of $28.08 per hour is offered, along with various adjunct benefits such as free parking, development funds, and tuition remission for senior adjuncts.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a doctoral degree from a regionally-accredited institution.
• Preference for prior teaching experience at the college or university level.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate psychology courses.
• Engage in maintaining departmental curriculum standards.

Skills

Prior teaching experience

Strong teaching evidence

Education

Doctoral degree in relevant field

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Submit a curriculum vita and cover letter expressing your interest in the position and classes qualified to teach.

Posting Summary

Position Title: Psychology Adjunct Professor

Division: Major Department – College of Health and Community Well-Being

Diversity Statement: The University supports a diverse and inclusive environment where students recognize and benefit from the life experiences and viewpoints of other students, faculty, and staff. Diversity is an active and intentional practice that supports difference and multiplicity to expand knowledge, educate capable citizens, develop the whole person, and serve our local and global communities. Promoting and sustaining diversity is a commitment to educational quality and the creation of positive, respectful learning communities.

Job Description

The University of La Verne is a private not-for-profit university founded in 1891 located in La Verne, California. The core values that we live by are Ethical Reasoning, Diversity and Inclusivity, Lifelong Learning and Community and Civic Engagement.

If you’re passionate about these values, join us at the University of La Verne!

The Psychology Department accepts applications on an ongoing basis from individuals interested in assignments as part-time lecturers in the undergraduate psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Psy.D. programs. Further information regarding the department curriculum and its faculty may be obtained from the departmental website at https://artsci.laverne.edu/psychology/

Required Qualifications

Adjunct Professor candidates must have a doctoral degree, from a regionally-accredited institution, in a field relevant to the curriculum of the Psychology Department.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates who have prior teaching experience at the college or university level and who can furnish evidence of strong teaching.

Benefits Summary

Below is a list of benefits and perks offered to Adjunct Faculty:

• Benefit Hub (discount perks)
• Free Parking
• Adjunct Faculty Development Funds
• Staff discounted lunches at the Spot
• 10% off discount at the University of La Verne Bookstore and Graphics
• Tuition Remission (Senior Adjuncts)
• Contribution Retirement Plan (must meet hours) for Mandatory – Voluntary Contribution at anytime
• Medical (must meet hours)
• Utilize services offered at CTL and the wellness center.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a background check and employment verification.

Hiring Pay Rate

Hiring Salary Per Hiring Rank: Adjunct Professor (with terminal degree): $28.08

Special Instructions to Applicants

Submit a curriculum vita and cover letter expressing your interest in the position and classes qualified to teach.

Posting Specific Questions

• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • InsideHigherEd.com
  • HigherEdjobs.com
  • Referred by University of La Verne Employee
  • University of La Verne Website
  • ScholarlyHires.com
  • Other