Adjunct Professor of Psychology

Brief Description of Duties: The University of the District of Columbia, College of Arts and Sciences, Division of Social & Behavioral Sciences invites applications for Adjunct Instructor appointments in the Psychology Program with a target start date of August 15, .Teach core undergraduate courses in the Psychology program and possess specific expertise in psychological theory, research methodology, and/or experimental design. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate courses in Psychology, specifically the candidate would need experience teaching Introduction to Psychology, Research Methods, Experimental Psychology, or other related courses. Keep abreast of developments in their instructional area by reading current literature, collaborating with colleagues, participating in professional conferences, and designing online materials to enhance academic performance. Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom student-centered instruction and discussions. Evaluate and grade students’ class work, assignments, and papers using rubrics and other student-centered approaches. Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records. Maintain regularly scheduled office hours in order to advise and assist students. Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues. Maintain currency in the use of software and technology in the classroom. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Job Requirement: A Ph.D. in Psychology from an APA accredited program and a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and research. A minimum of two years (role as graduate teaching assistant will be considered) of teaching Psychology courses at the college/university level. Demonstrated evidence of scholarly publications in peer reviewed journals and presentations at discipline-related conferences. Evidence of working with underserved populations both in the classroom and in the community. Demonstrated record of collaborating with faculty colleagues through participation in program, college, and university activities.

Created: 2026-04-03