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Texas A&M University Adjunct Faculty - Psychology in United States
Job Title
Adjunct Faculty - Psychology
Agency
Texas A&M University - San Antonio
Department
Department of Health and Behavioral Sciences
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
San Antonio, Texas
Job Type
Faculty
Job Description
The Department of Health and Behavioral Sciences at Texas A&M University—San Antonio is seeking to hire a part-time Adjunct Instructor of Psychology. Expertise is open, but preference is given to applicants with teaching experience and an understanding of psychological research methods. Appointment will begin in Fall 2024. Potential courses include Research Methods and Statistics, General Psychology, Cross-Cultural Psychology, Writing for Psychology, Psychology of Learning, Social Psychology, Lifespan Development, and other courses as needs arise. Continuation depends on course availability.
This is an adjunct position, requiring only teaching. Courses could be offered days, evenings, or weekends, based on departmental needs. Most courses needed are offered in person.
Applications are accepted only through the online job portal at: https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/TAMUSA_External Review of applications will begin one month after posting, and will continue until the position is filled.
Required Education and Experience:
Master's degree from an accredited university in Psychology
Teaching experience
Broad training in psychology
Preferred Education and Experience:
Doctoral degree from an accredited university in Psychology
Experience serving as an instructor of record at the college/university level
Experience teaching at a culturally diverse university
Experience teaching in a non-traditional commuter university setting
Ability to teach a range of courses in psychology
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to work cooperatively with others
Strong self-discipline and ability to work independently
Ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, and students
Ability to interact with students from diverse backgrounds
Finalists will be required to provide three current, original letters of recommendation to the Search Committee Chair via email (sent directly from the recommender), or at the address listed below. The letters should be less than one year old and should bear the writer's actual signature. Prior to issuing a letter of appointment, official transcripts must be received directly from each degree-granting institution by the Office of Academic Affairs, TAMU-SA, One University Way, San Antonio, TX 78224. We cannot accept transcripts issued directly to the candidate. If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcript translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator.
For questions, please contact the Psychology Program Coordinator, Dr. Alan Daniel, Alan.Daniel@tamusa.edu
Letters of recommendation for finalists may be sent to:
Adjunct Instructor of Psychology
c/o Cynthia Alejos (email: calejos@tamusa.edu)
Texas A&M University-San Antonio
Department of Life Sciences
One University Way
San Antonio, TX 78224
Selected candidates must pass a pre-employment background investigation to be hired for this position.
Please make sure to provide the following documents:
A Curriculum vitae (CV)
A cover letter
Unofficial transcript
Contact information for three references that will provide letters of recommendation, if requested.
For detailed instructions on how to apply for any position on our website, please use the following link:
http://www.tamusa.edu/humanresources/job-opportunities/index.html
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https://www.tamusa.edu/human-resources/documents/summary-of-employees-benefits.pdf
Texas A&M University-San Antonio values community engagement and encourages applicants who are committed to advancing the well-being and prosperity of our communities.
Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting the application. Once the application is submitted, no changes or revisions can be made. If you have issues with adding documents to your application, please contact HR at 210-784-2058.
In compliance with ADA, if accommodations are needed for the application process, please contact HR at (210) 784-2058.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Established as a standalone university in 2009, Texas A&M University-San Antonio (A&M-San Antonio) is a comprehensive four-year public university that reflects the heritage-rich community it serves. Situated on nearly 700 acres in South San Antonio, A&M-SA is a Military Embracing institution offering over 40 undergraduate and graduate programs to close to 7000 students.
A&M-San Antonio is quickly expanding to fill its campus grounds in South San Antonio. Due to the rapid growth, the University's footprint is transforming with Esperanza Hall, the first residence hall having opened in fall 2017, the Science & Technology Building, which opened in spring 2018, Classroom Hall which opened in fall 2020 and our newest building for the College of Business and University Library scheduled to open fall 2022.
The University's core values of being “ student centered, equity minded, inclusive and respectful, visionary, a catalyst for opportunity, collaborative and committed to excellence ”, provide a foundation for its world-class faculty to inspire graduates to be lifelong learners and responsible global citizens. A&M-San Antonio will continue growing as an economic and social catalyst while becoming nationally recognized for student and academic success.
Texas A&M University-San Antonio values community engagement, and encourages applicants who are committed to advancing the well-being and prosperity of our communities.
Texas A&M University-San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.
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