Adjunct Faculty - Psychology
Listed on 2026-06-27
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic, Faculty
Adjunct Faculty Position
William Paterson University invites applications for adjunct faculty within the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, Department of Psychology.
Courses in this department generally taught by adjunct faculty include all levels both graduate and undergraduate. Some example of high demand courses are:
- General Psychology
- Experimental I:
Applied Statistics (this technology intensive course is taught out of computer labs, SPSS required). - Experimental II:
Research Methods (technology and writing intensive). This is a project-based course.
Note there are typically few opportunities for graduate courses.
Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Developing a course syllabus following course content that draws on materials provided by the departmental course outline.
- Teaching that is consistent with best practices in the discipline.
- Responsible, reliable, and responsive engagement with our students.
- Contributing to student success by providing consistent and effective support and guidance.
Required Qualifications:
- Earned Master's or PhD in Psychology.
Preferred Qualifications:
- One or more years teaching in higher education.
Personal Attributes and Traits:
- Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds.
- Good classroom presence
- Enthusiasm for teaching.
- Interest in professional growth.
- Responsive to student needs.
ADJUNCTS PER CREDIT RATE:
New employees - $2100/CREDIT
Employees who have worked for 13+ semesters at WP - $2175/CREDIT
This position may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health and dental insurance and retirement plans. To learn more, please visit: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./
Invitation to apply
Interested candidates will be prompted to complete an application and submit a cover letter and resume/cv.
Submission of all documents listed is required for consideration and should be uploaded when prompted to upload your resume.
General questions related to this application process, please contact talent. Please include with your inquiry the Job Requisition number beginning with R as well as the job title and department.
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Individuals from historically underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
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