Adjunct Faculty: Psychology

Job Description

The Department of Psychology at Augsburg University invites applications for adjunct faculty positions to teach introductory undergraduate courses in psychology in 2026.

This search will establish a "pool" of instructors if such openings occur during Spring, Summer, or Fall of 2026. Applicants may be selected from this pool on an as‑needed basis throughout the year.

• Principles of Psychology
• Psychology and Law
• Addiction and Recovery
• Psychopathology
• Cognitive Psychology
• Personality Psychology
• Research Methods and Statistics

Available courses vary by term. Most classes are held during the day, 2–3 days per week. In addition to teaching the class and grading student work, instructors are expected to respond to student questions through email, hold regularly scheduled office hours, reach out to students with course progress information, and communicate regularly with the course coordinator. A syllabus with calendar, textbook and homework selection, sample activities and exams, and shared office space are typically provided.

Most classes are taught in‑person on the Minneapolis campus. Each course requires approximately 12–15 hours per week for 15–16 weeks.

The successful candidate will possess a high level of intercultural competency and a commitment to inclusive practice and authentic representation.

• $5,800 to $6,175 per undergraduate course for the 2025-26 academic year
• $6,800 - $6,975 per graduate course for the 2025-26 academic year
• Eligible for 2–4% retirement contribution match
• Tuition discount for employees and dependents
• Transit pass discount
• Not eligible for healthcare benefits

* Course refers to a typical 4-credit undergraduate course that has met minimum enrollment requirements.

Please note that due to employment law and payroll regulations, we can only employ adjunct faculty who reside in Minnesota or Wisconsin. This restriction applies even to courses taught online.

Candidates should be committed to student engagement and student success with a diverse group of learners.

• Teaching experience in Psychology at the college level is preferred.

• Master's degree in Psychology
• At least 18 semester hour credits of graduate coursework in Psychology.

For full consideration, candidates must submit the following information at the time of application:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae or resume
• Unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts

Your cover letter should:

• Highlight your experience or interest in teaching at the university level
• Identify your general availability during the day and/or evenings
• Indicate whether you are interested in in‑person or synchronous online teaching (or either)

Professional references may be requested at a later date.

Augsburg University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class. Successful candidates will have demonstrated abilities working in an academic community committed to intentional diversity.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: 612‑330‑1058 or email: hr.