Adjunct Faculty - Forensic Psychology

LASELL UNIVERSITY • Newton, MA

6d • $3,250 - $3,250 • Remote

About The Position

The Social Sciences/Psychology Program in the School of Humanities, Education, Justice & Social Sciences at Lasell University seeks a part-time faculty member to teach Forensic Psychology during the Spring semester. This online, asynchronous course is delivered through the Canvas Learning Management System. The course applies psychological knowledge to the judicial process and criminal justice system, covering the effects of defendant, juror, and case characteristics on verdicts; factors affecting eyewitness accuracy, identification, and testimony; and forensic psychologists’ roles in competency and criminal responsibility assessments and criminal profiling. The course prerequisite is CJ 201 or PSYC 101.

The instructor will design and provide instructional materials, including videos and assignments, in keeping with the university’s Connected Learning Philosophy. They will communicate course learning outcomes through a syllabus and course outline, maintain weekly office hours and timely communication with students, track student progress and submit grade reports, and provide regular, meaningful feedback. Live sessions are encouraged but not required.

Lasell University describes its commitment to an intellectually enriching and inclusive educational environment, student career readiness and well-being, and equal opportunity in hiring and employment.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Forensic Psychology or a related field.
• Willingness to incorporate the college’s Connected Learning Philosophy into the course.

Nice To Haves

• Doctoral degree in Forensic Psychology or a related field preferred.
• Career-relevant experience.
• Online teaching experience.
• Familiarity with Canvas or other learning management systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and provide instructional materials, including videos and assignments, for all sessions using the college’s Connected Learning Philosophy.
• Provide students with a syllabus and course outline that clearly communicate course learning outcomes.
• Align some course assignments with departmental and college core curriculum learning goals and provide student work samples for college assessment purposes.
• Maintain weekly office hours and respond to students by email and phone within 24 hours.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and complete mid-semester and final grade reports.
• Provide students with meaningful, qualitative, and timely feedback on a regular basis.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level