Psychology, Adjunct Faculty

Florida Gulf Coast University • Lexington, MA

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About The Position

Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All Faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; committed to effective use of technology including distance learning; and provide service to the College, University, and Community. Job Description Typical duties include but not limited to: Plans and teaches in assigned course(s). Prepare syllabi, instruction materials; coordinates lectures and tests. Provide professional mentoring to students. Uses the Canvas teaching platform to manage courses and post current grades. Contribute to course and/or curriculum development, if applicable. Function as an effective, active, and collegial team members. Other duties: Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Additional Job Description Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in Psychology or a Master’s degree in a related field with 18 graduate credits in Psychology or related discipline. Preferred Qualifications: Experience teaching at the university level. Experience teaching general psychology, developmental psychology, research methods and statistics, and/or courses related to clinical, I/O, or counseling psychology is preferred. Experience with course embedded service learning projects. PhD in psychology or related field. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Promote a common purpose consistent with stated University goals and demonstrate a commitment to students and the learning environment. Possess the knowledge of general written standards and procedures utilized, and have the ability to read, interpret, and follow procedural and policy manual related to the job tasks. Demonstrate the ability to respond to supervision, guidance, and direction in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies. Provide quality customer service by creating a welcoming and supportive environment. Present a professional image in word, action, and attire. Apply effective techniques to create working relationships with others to achieve common goals; successfully communicates with others to achieve goals. Demonstrate skills necessary to look at situations and processes critically to make recommendations for improvement. Institutional Values & Behavioral Expectation In this role, the successful candidate will be expected to: Seek out new approaches to improve outcomes; remain open for feedback and new ideas. Lead with integrity; consistently produce high-quality work; persevere to overcome obstacles to meet deadlines and achieve deliverables. Share information and insights thoughtfully; build partnerships across departments; communicate respectfully; support colleagues to achieve common goals. FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. FGCU is a dynamic, student-centered institution located in Southwest Florida. We're dedicated to academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement. As a member of our faculty or staff at FGCU, you'll find a supportive environment where your work makes a real impact—on campus and beyond. Explore exciting opportunities to grow your career while shaping the future with us.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Psychology or a Master’s degree in a related field with 18 graduate credits in Psychology or related discipline.
• Promote a common purpose consistent with stated University goals and demonstrate a commitment to students and the learning environment.
• Possess the knowledge of general written standards and procedures utilized, and have the ability to read, interpret, and follow procedural and policy manual related to the job tasks.
• Demonstrate the ability to respond to supervision, guidance, and direction in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies.
• Provide quality customer service by creating a welcoming and supportive environment.
• Present a professional image in word, action, and attire.
• Apply effective techniques to create working relationships with others to achieve common goals; successfully communicates with others to achieve goals.
• Demonstrate skills necessary to look at situations and processes critically to make recommendations for improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching at the university level.
• Experience teaching general psychology, developmental psychology, research methods and statistics, and/or courses related to clinical, I/O, or counseling psychology is preferred.
• Experience with course embedded service learning projects.
• PhD in psychology or related field.

Responsibilities

• Plans and teaches in assigned course(s).
• Prepare syllabi, instruction materials; coordinates lectures and tests.
• Provide professional mentoring to students.
• Uses the Canvas teaching platform to manage courses and post current grades.
• Contribute to course and/or curriculum development, if applicable.
• Function as an effective, active, and collegial team members.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time