Adjunct Instructor in Psychometrics and Measurement
About The Position
Brandeis University’s Online Industrial Organizational Psychology Program is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for RIOP 105 Psychometrics and Measurement 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, Psychometrics, Statistics, Applied Psychology or Human Resource Management (with a quantitative focus), Organizational/Behavioral Science, Data Science or a related field.
- Minimum 2 years professional experience within diverse industries or sectors, with a focus on HR/people analytics, talent assessment, psychometrics, test/instrument analysis or design/development, personnel or workplace research or related roles.
- Strong knowledge of methods for constructing and evaluating measurement instruments using reliability and validity evidence, applying classical test theory and basic item response theory techniques to interpret test performance, and using psychometric evidence to inform selection, development, and research decisions.
- 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
- Organized and timely rollout of course content.
- Maintaining consistent communication through weekly announcements.
- Ensuring all instructional activities occur within university-approved digital platforms.
- Building an active teaching persona by hosting live introductory sessions.
- Facilitating weekly academic discourse in forums.
- Maintaining regular availability for student consultation.
- Providing transparent, rubric-based evaluations and supportive commentary on student work within a standardized weekly timeframe.
- Adherence to university communication protocols.
- Promotion of respectful online "netiquette".
- Ensuring the course meets accessibility and technical visibility standards before and during the term.
Benefits
- Compensation for this position is $6573.15
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
