Affiliated (Part-time) Faculty | Media Psychology | Department of Marketing Communication
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Job Location:
Boston, NH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
10 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Join our community and experience Emerson College! Media Psychology Major Program at Emerson College is looking for part-time faculty to teach our Introduction to Media Psychology Course during Fall 2026 (September 2nd to December 17th). Successful candidates will have a firm grasp of foundational concepts in psychology and/or media including:core concepts and theoretical foundations of psychological science
complex interactions among human behaviors media and technology including how mediaproducts are created used consumed and shared
psychological and social impacts of media and technology on individuals groups societies andcultures
competency in media information and digital literacies
ethical and social implications of media and technology including issues of diversity equityinclusion and belonging
Course Description for Introduction to Media Psychology (MP110)
An interdisciplinary first-year seminar introducing students to the application of psychological science to analyze media design production and consumption as well as the complex relationship between the individual and the media they create and consume. The course applies principles of learning motivation persuasion attention and cognition and personal and social identity to analyze the use and psychological impact of emerging technologies. We explore human motivation (e.g. What makes us click) life in an attention economy technological design fundamentals of media literacy and ways of seeing and being in virtual spaces.
Submission process
Complete applications that include a cover letter CV and evidence of teaching effectiveness will be reviewed. A PhD or advanced degree in a related field is preferred.
Emerson College believes the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence is fostering a campus climate where everyone can thrive. As a community of scholars and storytellers we continually strive to cultivate a collaborative community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent characterized by the intentional inclusion of individuals from varied backgrounds perspectives beliefs and values.
Emerson College is the nations only four-year institution dedicated exclusively to majors in communication and the arts in a liberal arts context. It is located in the dynamic multi-cultural city of Boston in close proximity to major arts institutions performing art venues and research centers. Emerson College has campuses in Los Angeles and the Netherlands as well as at MCI-Norfolk. At Emerson College we seek individuals who bring innovation creativity and impact to our campuses to increase our depth breadth artistry and diversity in our educational offerings. Emersons commitment to inclusive excellence is supported by a range of resources.
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Emerson College offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in communication, the arts, and the liberal arts in Boston, Los Angeles, or online.
