Adjunct Faculty, Applied Psychology and Research, GuidedPath

Strayer Education, Inc.

1d•$2,000 - $4,000

About The Position

Capella University is hiring an adjunct faculty member for its GuidedPath learning format, which offers asynchronous 10-week courses followed by three weeks for faculty to grade and prepare for the next quarter. Faculty guide courseroom discussions, provide assignment feedback, and help learners stay on track and develop consistent study habits. Assignments are offered as needed according to the faculty member’s expertise and school needs. The role includes teaching from a pre-designed curriculum, mentoring doctoral learners, serving on doctoral committees, and providing timely feedback to support academic success. Faculty use the online learning platform, set clear evaluation standards, and follow University policies and procedures. They may also attend faculty meetings, workshops, and training, and participate in other activities based on University needs. The position may require occasional travel within the United States, including for doctoral residencies or site visits. Remote faculty need a suitable work setting with a computer, privacy, reliable internet access, a phone, and video-conferencing capability. Onsite work may be required depending on the role. The posting states expected starting pay of $2,000–$4,000 per assignment this quarter; compensation varies by assignment. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States, and visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Requirements

Three years of teaching experience.
Professional experience in the discipline: at least two years for undergraduate-level work and three years for graduate-level work.
A doctorate degree in psychology.
For graduate-level work, research, scholarship, or achievement in the discipline; for doctoral-level work, experience conducting and overseeing research in the discipline.
Demonstrated knowledge of academic evaluation and academic technology.
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the University.
Strong oral presentation, planning, and course-objective organization skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong computer skills.
Ability to manage potentially stressful situations professionally and ethically.
All degrees must be conferred by a regionally accredited institution; required certificates and licenses and unofficial transcripts for graduate degrees must be provided.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
Ability to meet the critical-thinking, problem-solving, and communication requirements of the role.
Ability to access information using a computer.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality instruction from a pre-designed curriculum using professional expertise.
Mentor doctoral learners and participate in doctoral committees, providing relevant feedback and supporting successful completion.
Be available within 48 hours, excluding weekends and holidays, by phone, email, and in the courseroom to provide timely feedback.
Travel within the United States to participate in doctoral residencies when needed.
Use the online learning platform to enrich the learning experience.
Establish high standards and ensure learners understand how they will be evaluated.
Adhere to University policies and procedures.
Attend faculty meetings, workshops, and training as required.
Participate in other activities based on University needs.