Job Description

Part-time Faculty Pool (Psychology Department)

The Psychology Department at Arcadia University (located in Glenside, PA, just north of Philadelphia) is looking for adjuncts to teach electives within their expertise. We value instructors who combine academic expertise with empathy, inclusion, and a dedication to guiding students through academic challenges. This search is ONGOING: Each semester, potential adjuncts will be contacted when the scheduling of future courses is underway.

Location: Glenside, PA

Responsibilities:

We are particularly excited to work with any applied subject-matter experts in the Philadelphia area who are passionate about connecting psychological theory to real-world contexts and who can bring psychology to life for students through engaging instruction. Some areas of need include:

• Sports and performance psychology
• Judgement and decision making
• Business, Applied, and Industrial-Organizational Psychology
• Personality, and Child and Adolescent Development
• Positive Psychology, Health and Wellness

Qualifications:

• Candidates should possess a Master's, Psy.D., Ph.D in psychology or a closely related field; however, current psychology graduate students with some teaching experience are also encouraged to apply.
• Preference will be given to candidates with a record of effective teaching of related courses as the sole instructor.

Application Instructions:

• Applications must be submitted online through Arcadia's Human Resources portal to receive full consideration. Please do not email application materials to the hiring manager. Due to the volume of applications received, communication will generally be limited to candidates selected for additional consideration.
• Application review will begin immediately. Posting will be removed from the website once we've established a sufficient talent pool for consideration.

Arcadia University is a top-ranked private University in Greater Philadelphia that provides a values-based, authentic educational experience by placing students at the center. The Institute of International Education has consistently ranked Arcadia first in the nation for study abroad, and the Princeton Review has ranked Arcadia among the "Best in the Northeast" for 10 consecutive years. The University's graduate programs in Physical Therapy, Physician Assistant, Education, and Public Health are nationally ranked in their respective categories by U.S. News & World Report, which cites Arcadia for being among the top study abroad programs and a top performer for social mobility. Arcadia is home to a close-knit and welcoming community that supports students throughout their journey. Arcadia's quality academic programs, unique approach to a liberal arts education, and supportive community guide students toward degree completion and career success. Learn more about our vibrant community at

We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our community. The successful candidate will demonstrate examples of ways they will incorporate our values in their work.

At Arcadia University, our Lived Values are the foundation of our highly regarded, values-based learning community, which reflects the world in which we want to live. As such, Arcadia actively seeks and welcomes candidates who embrace those values. Arcadia prohibits discrimination against individuals on the basis of ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, age, gender identity, military or military veteran status, disability, family medical or genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. All offers of employment are conditional based on the successful completion of a background check. Employment may not begin until the University accepts the results of the background check.

Arcadia offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, generous tuition benefits for employees and their families, retirement benefits, health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

For Adjuncts/Part time faculty pools:

The number of part-time instructors hired by the department varies from semester to semester, depending upon the needs of the program. When a position is available, qualified applicants may be contacted for an interview and asked to submit further documentation. While there may not be immediate openings, the hiring manager will review applications when openings do occur.

Position Code: FP009A

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