Remote Cognitive Science Adjunct Instructor

Naropa University; Boulder (CO); Remote; USD 7,000 - 8,600; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote teaching opportunity

Job summary

Naropa University is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member to teach one section of PSYB57E-A Cognitive Science online for Spring 2027. The 3-credit course runs asynchronously and requires about 45 contact hours, with lessons delivered through Canvas.

The instructor will manage course materials, assessments, and provide timely feedback. This is an 8% FTE position (~3 hours/week) with a remote work location.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology or related field.
• Familiarity with course content, professional ethics and teaching methods.
• An understanding of privilege/oppression and impact on equity, access, opportunity.
• Commitment to inclusive community and ongoing professional development.
• Experience with a Learning Management System such as Canvas.
• At least 1 semester of university-level teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive team environment and maintain professional conduct in the course.
• Teach with preparedness for a 15-week semester and online format.
• Utilize Canvas to share syllabus, assignments, and resources.
• Grade assignments, provide timely feedback, and submit final grades.
• Offer one hour of weekly office hours via Zoom or similar platform.
• Attend a faculty meeting each semester when requested.
• Prepare updated syllabus per Academic Affairs deadlines.
• Obtain copyright permissions for course materials as needed.
• Complete required trainings within set timelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Higher-ed teaching

Equity & inclusion

Canvas familiarity

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology

Doctoral degree preferred

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Naropa University is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member to teach one section of PSYB57E-A Cognitive Science online for Spring 2027. The 3-credit course runs asynchronously and requires about 45 contact hours, with lessons delivered through Canvas.

The instructor will manage course materials, assessments, and provide timely feedback. This is an 8% FTE position (~3 hours/week) with a remote work location.