Adjunct Teaching - Psychology - PSYCH 343: Child Psychopathology

Brigham Young University • Provo, UT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves teaching Psych 343: Child Psychopathology during the Fall Semester of 2026. The course will be taught in-person on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:00 PM to 3:15 PM. The instructor will need to cover the causes, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of psychological disorders in children and adolescents from a developmental psychopathology perspective. Topics include classification of disorders, developmental pathways, and the influence of genetic, family, peer, and broader social systems on mental health. Students will be prepared to evaluate research literature and evidence-based treatment approaches. Instruction should emphasize critical thinking, scientific inquiry, and real-world application. The department values belonging, student mentoring, a collegial culture, and the ideals of open and reproducible research.

Requirements

• MS or PhD in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field (degree must be completed by the start date).
• Commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and mentoring.
• Ability to teach the causes, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of psychological disorders in children and adolescents from a developmental psychopathology perspective.
• Knowledge of classification of disorders, developmental pathways, and the influence of genetic, family, peer, and broader social systems on mental health.
• Ability to prepare students to evaluate research literature and evidence-based treatment approaches in child and adolescent mental health.
• Successful candidate must relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.
• Must abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards.
• Must support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience teaching psychology, particularly an introductory course.
• Experience applying or conducting research in child and adolescent mental health.

Responsibilities

• Teach Psych 343: Child Psychopathology.
• Cover the causes, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of psychological disorders in children and adolescents from a developmental psychopathology perspective.
• Discuss topics including classification of disorders, developmental pathways, and the influence of genetic, family, peer, and broader social systems on mental health.
• Prepare students to evaluate research literature and evidence-based treatment approaches in child and adolescent mental health.
• Emphasize critical thinking, scientific inquiry, and real-world application in instruction.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level