Adjunct Faculty- Writing in Psychology

San Francisco Bay University•Fremont, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

San Francisco Bay University is seeking an adjunct faculty member in psychology to design a new undergraduate course remotely and teach it face-to-face. The course, Writing in Psychology, introduces students to academic and professional communication in psychology. Topics include critically evaluating research, locating and using scholarly sources, synthesizing findings, communicating psychological concepts to professional and general audiences, APA style, ethical source use, developing research questions and evidence-based arguments, and writing literature reviews and research-based papers. Applied writing activities help students develop skills for advanced psychology coursework and professional settings. The faculty member will use student-centered teaching approaches and create a supportive, inclusive, and dynamic learning environment. The position also contributes to curriculum development, course and program assessment, professional learning, and ongoing improvement of teaching practice. This is a part-time, non-exempt position with a hybrid work arrangement. Visa sponsorship is not offered; applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Requirements

Master’s degree in psychology or a closely related field.
At least two years of teaching experience in psychology, with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in pedagogy.
Experience with Canvas course design and delivery.
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, students, and community partners.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education and practice.
Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Doctorate degree.
Experience in psychology curriculum development.

Responsibilities

Design the Writing in Psychology course remotely and deliver it face-to-face.
Use active learning, collaborative projects, problem-based and inquiry-based learning, flipped classroom models, and formative assessments as appropriate.
Facilitate interactive discussions, promote critical thinking, and guide students in applying concepts to real-world scenarios.
Collaborate with colleagues to develop and refine the course, incorporate educational technology and current best practices, and align it with disciplinary, community, and industry needs.
Implement innovative and inclusive teaching practices for a diverse student body.
Participate in course- and program-level assessment design, data collection, review, and reporting.
Attend teacher training and professional learning activities offered by SFBU’s Center for Empowerment & Pedagogical Innovation (CEPI).
Participate in student-centered formative and summative assessments of teaching performance.
Remain current with developments in general education, pedagogy, and related fields.
Mentor and guide students in their academic and professional growth.