Adjunct Teaching - Psychology - PSYCH 111: Psychological Science (Evening Classes)

Brigham Young University • Provo, UT

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Brigham Young University is hiring an adjunct instructor to teach PSYCH 111: Psychological Science, with instruction emphasizing critical thinking, scientific inquiry, and real-world application. The department values belonging, student mentoring, a collegial culture, and open and reproducible research. The instructor will help students explore how faith and reason can work together in understanding human thoughts, feelings, virtues, and behaviors.

The successful candidate must relocate to and/or reside in Utah for the duration of employment. Applicants must submit an updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, and a one-page Mission Alignment Statement. The statement requirements vary depending on whether the applicant is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; applicants who are not members should describe their understanding of and commitment to BYU's mission and the AIMS of a BYU education.

Employees must abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. New employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the university's academic and religious missions within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church. BYU is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Requirements

• MS or PhD in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field; the degree must be completed by the position start date.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and mentoring.
• Knowledge and ability to teach foundational principles of psychological science, including the history of psychology as a science; basic research methods and designs; general brain anatomy and functioning; biological bases of behavior; cognition, perception and attention; human development; emotion; personality; psychological disorders; general principles of health psychology and positive psychology; social relationships; and social behavior.
• Must relocate to and/or reside in Utah for the duration of employment.
• Submit an updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, and Mission Alignment Statement with the application.
• Abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards.
• If a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience teaching psychology, particularly an introductory course, is preferred.
• Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Responsibilities

• Teach PSYCH 111: Psychological Science.
• Emphasize critical thinking, scientific inquiry, and real-world application in instruction.
• Help students explore how faith and reason can work together in understanding human thoughts, feelings, virtues, and behaviors.
• Contribute to a department culture that values belonging, student mentoring, collegiality, and open and reproducible research.

What This Job Offers

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