Adjunct Instructor in Industrial‑Organizational Psychology

Brandeis University•Waltham, MA

3d•$6,573•Remote

About The Position

Brandeis University’s Online Industrial Organizational Psychology Program is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for RIOP 100 Foundations of Industrial‑Organizational Psychology for the Fall 1 2026 session. This 3-credit asynchronous online course is an 8-week requirement for the Master of Science in Industrial Organizational Psychology. This course will consist of a survey of core theories and empirical findings in industrial‑organizational psychology with emphasis on job analysis, motivation, work design, organizational culture, and evidence‑based interventions. Students apply theoretical frameworks to diagnose workplace problems and develop practitioner‑oriented solutions.

Requirements

Advanced degree (Master’s, Ph.D. or PsyD) in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Science/Behavior, Business Administration, Human Resource Management, Instructional Design or a related field.
Minimum 2 years professional experience in human resources / people and workplace roles within diverse industries or sectors, with a focus on organizational learning and development, HR business partnering / strategy development or talent management.
Strong knowledge of I‑O theory and practice including organizational diagnosis/design, consulting to leadership, providing evidence‑based interventions, conducting job analysis/design, and producing competency models.
At least 1 year of teaching or training experience (preferably online/asynchronous)
Experience with online instruction
Excellent communication and teaching skills in an online learning environment.

Nice To Haves

Prior online teaching experience at the graduate level
Familiarity with online education platforms and course development tools.

Responsibilities

Focuses on the organized and timely rollout of course content, maintaining consistent communication through weekly announcements, and ensuring all instructional activities occur within university-approved digital platforms.
Centers on building an active teaching persona by hosting live introductory sessions, facilitating weekly academic discourse in forums, and maintaining regular availability for student consultation.
Emphasizes the professional obligation to provide transparent, rubric-based evaluations and supportive commentary on student work within a standardized weekly timeframe.
Requires adherence to university communication protocols, the promotion of respectful online "netiquette," and ensuring the course meets accessibility and technical visibility standards before and during the term.