Adjunct Professor of Psychology (2026)
Adjunct Professor of Psychology (2026)
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Summary: The Psychology Department at Grand Valley State University invites applicants for adjunct teaching for the Winter 2026 semester and beyond. Candidates must have earned a graduate degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in psychology or related field and have backgrounds that enable them to teach Introductory Psychology Health Psychology Social Psychology Research Methods Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities Child Development or Life Span Development. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from candidates from underrepresented groups and from candidates who have interest and/or experience in working with diverse student and community populations. The successful candidate should also have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
GVSU has a large and diverse group of 47 full-time psychology faculty members who engage in teaching and research in all areas of psychological science. The Adjunct Professor hire will have access to shared laboratory facilities and equipment and an undergraduate subject pool should they want to continue their research or collaborate with other faculty or students. They also will have free access to a full state-of-the-art recreation center and library and also opportunities to apply for internal professional development funding.
Required Qualifications and Education:
- Masters Degree or Ph.D. in Psychology or a Related Field
Preferred Qualifications and Education:
- Ph.D. in Psychology or a Related Field and undergraduate teaching experience.
Responsibilities Essential Functions:
- Teach undergraduate courses
Salary:
- Terminal degree: $1200 per credit hour ($3600 per course)
- Non-terminal degree: $1100 per credit hour ($3300 per course)
Campus: the Valley Campus (Allendale MI)
Application Deadline: Consideration of applications will begin on October 1 2025 and continue until the positions are filled. The posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.
Allendale Michigan 49401 -
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To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1- (out of State).
Grand Valley State University is an Antidiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Employer which includes providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.
Employment Type
Part-Time
