Adjunct Professor for Psychology

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We are currently seeking candidates for teaching undergraduate Psychology courses. Under the direction of the Chair of the Department of Psychology, this position is responsible for teaching undergraduate psychology courses. The successful candidate will contribute to a dynamic and collaborative department that prepares students for graduate study and meaningful careers in psychology and related fields. The Department of Psychology values excellence in teaching, diverse perspectives, and service that makes a positive impact.

The University of the Cumberlands is a faith-based institution that welcomes students from all backgrounds. Its mission is to offer high-quality academic programs that empower graduates to “seek a life more abundant.”

Job Description

The Department of Psychology at the University of the Cumberlands is seeking qualified candidates to teach undergraduate psychology courses in online and/or on-campus formats. Under the direction of the Chair of the Psychology Department, adjunct faculty provide high-quality instruction and support student learning while contributing to the mission of the department and the University.

Job Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of undergraduate psychology courses in online and/or on-campus formats based on departmental needs.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the Department of Psychology and throughout the University.
• Adapt and align course materials using departmental syllabus templates, required textbooks, and other instructional resources.
• Provide regular and timely feedback on student work.
• Maintain regular communication with students through virtual office hours and email.
• Maintain accurate and consistent course records in iLearn (Blackboard) and WorkDay.
• Participate in department-wide assessment activities.
• Respond to student evaluations.
• Follow all University policies and procedures.

Job Requirements

Please include in your cover letter a list of the undergraduate Psychology courses from the University of the Cumberlands Undergraduate Catalog that you are qualified and interested in teaching.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Psychology or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated commitment to student-centered teaching that addresses the needs of both traditional and nontraditional learners.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of and appreciation for diverse cultures and populations.
• For applicants interested in teaching online: experience teaching psychology courses in an online environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Psychology or a closely related field.
• Experience developing online psychology courses.
• Experience using a variety of instructional technologies and evidence-based teaching practices.

Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Benefits: None

Job Type: Adjunct Faculty

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Located in the heart of Appalachia, University of the Cumberlands (UC) is an institution of regional distinction that offers undergraduate degrees in more than 40 major fields of study, along with several pre-professional, graduate and doctoral programs. With a total enrollment of more than 20,000 students, UC is one of the largest and fastest growing private universities in Kentucky and is devoted to preparing students for the future through hands-on, experiential learning and research.

The University of the Cumberlands does not illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, veteran status, because a person is a smoker or nonsmoker, or any other basis on which the University is prohibited from discrimination under local, state, or federal law, in its employment or in the provision of its services, including but not limited to its programs and activities, admissions, educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other University -administered programs. In order to fulfill its purpose, the University may legally discriminate on the basis of religion in employment, and the University has sought and been granted exemption from certain regulations promulgated under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 which conflict with the University's religious tenets.