Adjunct Instructor Intro To Psychology

Founded in 1930 Fisher College a private not-for-profit institution located on the Back Bay section of Boston offering over 30 different Bachelor and Graduate-level programs both on campus and online. The core offerings at Fisher reflect liberal arts but the majors and graduate programs reflect an expertise in practical fields like management marketing communication accounting fashion merchandising criminal justice biology and information technology.

We is seeking an Adjunct Professor Intro to Psychology for High school students to join our faculty team during the summer term (8 weeks). The course is hybrid requiring two days a week on campus in Boston from 9-10:30 on Tuesdays and Thursdays and live synchronously on Mondays and Wednesdays in the same time frame. The course will be taught from June 15 2026 to August 15 2026. Orientation and graduation dates are noted below:

• Student Orientation:Thursday June 25 2026 (In-person 10 am)

• College 101 Program:Monday July 6 2026 Thursday Augustam-10:30 am

• Monday/Wednesday on campus virtual Tuesday/Thursday(9 am -10:30 am)

• College 101 Graduation Ceremony:Thursday August 13 2026 at 9 am (Location: Fisher College)

This position involves an introduction to the scientific study of behavior. The introductory readings and lectures demonstrate how psychology emerged as a distinct social science. The following areas are studied: research methods the nervous system and its relationship to behavior the sensory processes learning cognition testing and individual differences. This course will also introduce more complex areas such as personality development psychopathology and social influence.

Qualifications:

• Masters degree in psychology or related field. Doctoral degree preferred.
• Higher Education teaching is required.
• Strong interpersonal verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Canvas Blackboard or Moodle and comfort using virtual teaching tools (e.g. Zoom Microsoft Teams).

In evaluating candidates for this position the College may consider a combination of education training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge skills and abilities to perform duties of positions.

As an equal opportunity/access employer and educator Fisher College is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Benefits:

• Sick Time
• 403b

Fisher College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Employer and Educator