In-Person Adjunct Faculty - Psychology

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PT FACULTY ADJUNCT EXEMPT - 610202 Adjunct Main Campus, Frankfort, KY, US

DEPARTMENT: School of Psychology

REPORTS TO: Chair, School of Psychology

CLASSIFICATION: Faculty
- Adjunct

EFFECTIVE DATE:TBD

LOCATION
:
On-Site-Main Campus

EMPLOYMENT STATUS:Part-Time

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION:Exempt

Kentucky State University’s School of Psychology seeks qualified, motivated adjunct faculty to join our team in delivering high-quality psychology education. The ideal candidate will have expertise in psychological theory, research, and applied practice and will be committed to supporting and mentoring students to prepare them for careers in psychology and related fields. The adjunct faculty will teach one or more undergraduate and/or graduate-level courses, potentially including online, hybrid, and in-person formats.

• Teaching
  :
  Provide instruction in assigned psychology courses, following the approved curriculum and maintaining high standards of academic integrity and rigor.
• Student Support
  :
  Engage with and support students, including offering guidance, mentorship, and feedback to promote their academic and professional development.
• Course Preparation and Grading
  :
  Develop syllabi, create assignments, and maintain grading and attendance records.
• Communication
  :
  Be available to students and the School of Psychology team for consultation and communication, including attending meetings as required.
• Professional Development
  :
  Stay informed of developments in psychological science and education, and incorporate relevant advancements into course content.

• Subject Knowledge
  :
  Strong understanding of core areas in psychology such as cognitive, developmental, abnormal, social, and research methods.
• Instructional Skills
  :
  Ability to effectively communicate complex topics to students with diverse learning needs.
• Interpersonal Skills
  : A commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Technology Proficiency
  :
  Experience with online learning platforms (such as Canvas or Blackboard) and familiarity with tools for remote instruction and communication.

• Other related duties as assigned.

• Education
  :
  Master’s degree in Psychology or a closely related field required; a doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Psychology is preferred.
• Experience
  :
  Minimum of two years of relevant professional or academic experience. Prior teaching experience, particularly in a university setting, is preferred.
• Licensure
  :
  Licensure as a psychologist is not required but may be considered an asset depending on the course content.

Licensing and

Certifications:

NA

• Hours
  :
  
  Part-time position;flexibleschedulingmaybeavailable,thoughsomeon-campus presence may be required.
• Location
  :
  On-Site Main Campus in Frankfort Kentucky

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. At this time, Kentucky State University is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa

Internal candidates are encouraged to apply.

KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform.