Part-Time Faculty: MFT Family Therapy Complex Trauma; Summer

Part-Time Faculty: MFT 643 Family Therapy with Complex Trauma (Summer 2026)

Job Title:

Part-Time Faculty: MFT 643 Family Therapy with Complex Trauma (Summer 2026)

Location:

Syracuse, NY - (online)

Campus:
Syracuse, NY

Commitment to On-Campus

Experience:

Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus.

Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

Pay Range: $1,440 per credit hour

Pay Determination:
Salary offers at Syracuse University will be based on education, experience, and relevant skills, as well as the academic or professional discipline of the position in the context of the home department, school, or college. Salary offers may also be influenced by prior relevant work or industry experience, where applicable. Faculty pay ranges are for 8.5 months' salary unless otherwise specified.

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Hours:

As determined by department/chair. Office hours required.

Job Type: Part-time

Rank: PTI/Adjunct

Unionized Position Code:
Not Applicable

Job Description:

Human Development & Family Science seeks a part-time instructor to teach MFT
643 (3 credits) Family Therapy with Complex Trauma during the Summer 2026 semester. Saturdays May 16, 30, June 6, 13, 20. Time: 08:30 AM – 05:00 PM. Explores the effects of trauma on child development and family functioning and introduces the use of family therapy for the treatment of complex trauma. Learn to develop treatment intervention strategies in a systemic framework.

Qualifications:

MA or PhD, and previous teaching experience. LMFT or equivalent.

Responsibilities:
Developing and/or updating class syllabus;
Preparation of lectures, projects or other student assignments;
Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours;
Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course;
Meeting all designated class periods;
Submitting completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations;
Grading student assignments and exams in a timely manner;
Providing departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations;
Building a positive rapport with students and other faculty.

Application Instructions:
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a curriculum vitae and cover letter.

About Syracuse University:
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.

About the Syracuse area:
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.

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