Adjunct Teaching - Psychology - Psych 320: Developmental Psych: Childhood
About The Position
Teach Psych 320: Developmental Psychology: Childhood Teach the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development of children from the prenatal period through late childhood, including major theories, research methods, and developmental processes across biological, cognitive, and social domains Prepare students to evaluate and integrate research in developmental psychology and to think critically about factors influencing normative development and risk for psychopathology Support students in applying developmental concepts through active learning, research-based assignments, and applied experiences In sum, candidates will approach child development through both scientific principles and faith-informed perspectives Our department values belonging, student mentoring, a collegial culture, and the ideals of open and reproducible research This course will be taught in Fall Semester 2026 on MWF 11:00AM-11:50AM. This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.
Requirements
- MS or PhD in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field. The required degree must be completed by the start date.
- Show commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and mentoring
- live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators
- demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community
- teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball)
- Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education
- All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
- All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience with teaching in research methods is preferred
- Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
- Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.
Responsibilities
- Teach Psych 320: Developmental Psychology: Childhood
- Teach the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development of children from the prenatal period through late childhood, including major theories, research methods, and developmental processes across biological, cognitive, and social domains
- Prepare students to evaluate and integrate research in developmental psychology and to think critically about factors influencing normative development and risk for psychopathology
- Support students in applying developmental concepts through active learning, research-based assignments, and applied experiences
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
