Adjunct Faculty, Undergraduate Psychology

La Salle University, United States

Updated: about 21 hours ago
Location: Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA
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Position Details
Position Overview


Position Title Adjunct Faculty, Undergraduate Psychology
Department 215510 - Psychology

Position Description/Posting Details


Posting Number A0114P
Position Summary
La Salle University’s Psychology department has an ongoing need for highly qualified adjunct faculty to teach a variety of courses each semester on an “as needed” basis. These courses are generally offered in person during the day and evening. Occasionally, an online course will become available.
La Salle University is a Lasallian Catholic university committed to the principle that all knowledge is practical and empowering, filled with the capacity to transform lives. Anchored in the living tradition of the Brothers of the Christian Schools and in association with a diverse and inclusive learning community, our mission is to educate the whole person by fostering a rigorous free search for truth. La Salle, in affirming the value of both liberal arts and professional studies, prepares students for the lifelong pursuit and exploration of wisdom, knowledge, and faith that lead to engaged and fulfilling lives marked by a commitment to the common good. The University is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.
We welcome candidates whose experience in research, teaching, and service has prepared them to contribute to our department’s commitment to building a culturally diverse intellectual community. For more information about the Psychology department, please visit https://www.lasalle.edu/psychology.
Essential Duties
  • Teach assigned course(s).
  • Prepare course materials consistent with departmental learning objectives.
  • Provide timely grading and feedback to students.
  • Provide guidance and support to students.
Required Qualifications
Required of instructors in ALL programs:
  • Knowledge and commitment to the mission of La Salle University.
  • Multicultural competence and training.


Undergraduate Program:
  • Master’s degree (M.A.) or above in psychology or in a closely related field.

Professional Clinical Counseling Master’s Program:
  • M.A. or Ph.D. Doctorate in Counselor Education & Supervision (preferably from a CACREP accredited program and with a mental health counseling specialty), Psychology, or a closely related area, depending on the course.

Marriage and Family Therapy or Couple and Family Therapy Master’s Program:
  • M.A. or Ph.D. in Marriage & Family Therapy, Couple & Family Therapy (preferably from a COAMFTE-accredited program), Psychology, or a closely related area depending on the course.
  • License-eligible as an LMFT in the state of Pennsylvania for certain courses.

Doctoral Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology Program:
  • Doctoral degree in psychology in a relevant area.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Doctoral degree in psychology or a closely related field.
  • Previous experience teaching at the collegiate level.
  • Willingness to be flexible in class scheduling.
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours
  • Must be able to teach in-person on La Salle’s main campus in Philadelphia, PA.
  • Some courses are held during the evening.
Special Instructions to Applicant
This is a pooled position from which UNDERGRADUATE ADJUNCT INSTRUCTORS will be selected when/if a need arises in the department. Here is the Undergraduate program webpage: https://www.lasalle.edu/catalog/undergraduate/school-of-arts-and-sciences/department-of-psychology/psychology/#ftoc-program-description
There are OTHER ADS for specific pools for teaching in the MASTERS and DOCTORAL programs. Please also see and apply through those ads if you are also interested in graduate level teaching.
We welcome candidates from underrepresented groups and/or with expertise in and a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice initiatives.
Please upload a letter of intent that describes your teaching interests and includes examples of efforts to promote a diverse and inclusive teaching and learning environment. Additionally, please upload a curriculum vitae, and evaluations of teaching if available. Please also provide contact information for three professional references.
Should a review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted directly. These pools are closed down annually during the summer and you will receive notification that a refreshed application is needed for you to continue to be considered.

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