Adjunct Faculty Pool - Psychology AY 26-27

Position AnnouncementPosition DetailsProposed Start Date 09/16/2026 Working Title Adjunct Faculty Pool - Psychology AY 26-27 Department 222000 - PSY Psychology Position Number D97740 Representation AP - AFT, Local 3571Position SummaryBrief Description of PSU/School/DeptPortland State University, with its 49-acre downtown campus, is a comprehensive public university enrolling 21,000 students. PSU seeks to meet the needs of its increasingly diverse population through its curriculum, research, and community service activities. PSU’s mission is to provide access through the life span to a quality liberal education for undergraduates and an appropriate array of professional and graduate programs.The Psychology Department serves approximately 1200 undergraduate majors and offers classes of interest to undergraduate students from across campus. In addition to 18 full-time faculty, the department works with a cadre of about 20-25 talented and dedicated adjunct part-time faculty, many of whom have taught for the department for years.Position SummaryThe Psychology department collects applications on an ongoing basis to fill vacancies throughout the academic year. Review of applications occurs as new sections or instructors are needed.Portland State University’s Department of Psychology invites applications for local Adjunct Instructors with expertise in core areas of psychology and teaching experience to teach undergraduate sections of courses in psychology.DescriptionInstructors must be qualified to teach courses in one or more of the following core areas (see PSU Bulletin for individual course descriptions):Introduction to Psychology IIntroduction to Psychology IICognitionDecision-makingExperimental PsychologyDevelopmental PsychologyHuman DevelopmentDevelopmental PsychopathologyMotivationPsychology of Women and GenderSocial PsychologyClinical PsychologyAbnormal PsychologyPsychopathologyCounselingHuman SexualityPerceptionPersonal and Social AdjustmentResearch MethodsSocial Science Statistics and Data AnalysisNative American PsychologyInfant DevelopmentPsychology of Eating DisordersNeuroscienceMinimum QualificationsM.S. or M.A. in Psychology (or closely related field).Previous teaching experience.Instructor must reside in Oregon or SW Washington.Preferred QualificationsPh.D. in Psychology (or closely related field).Previous experience teaching large undergraduate classes in psychology.Key Cultural Competencies Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences. Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds. Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement Adheres to all PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.Environmental StewardshipContributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.Required Professional Standards of ConductAt Portland State University, all employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner which maintains a safe, respectful, and productive environment for faculty, students, administrators, and staff. It is the responsibility of every member of the Portland State University community to conduct themselves in accordance with our PSU Professional Standards of Conduct which are available at www.pdx.edu/hr/professional-standards-conduct.Compensation Adjunct faculty members are paid per credit hour per the AFT Collective Bargaining Agreement which can be found at https://www.pdx.edu/academic-affairs/academic-unions#psufaApplication InstructionsAdditional InformationApplicants Should Upload a statement of teaching interest specifying desired courses and availability (for summer, fall, winter, and/or spring quarter), curriculum vita, evidence of teaching experience and effectiveness (including summaries of teaching evaluations if possible), and, names and contact information for two professional references with knowledge of the candidate’s teaching qualifications.If you have any questions about your application, please email deptpsy@pdx.edu.The Psychology department collects applications on an ongoing basis to fill vacancies throughout the academic year. Review of applications occurs as new sections or instructors are needed.Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle? No Background Check Required YesSearch DetailsPosting Close Date 04/30/2027 Projected Close Date for Posting ClosesSupplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Applicant DocumentsRequired DocumentsCurriculum VitaeStatement of Teaching InterestEvidence of Teaching EffectivenessProfessional ReferencesOptional Documents