Adjunct Teaching - Psychology - PSYCH 322: Developmental Psychology: Adulthood

Brigham Young University • Provo, UT

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves teaching Psych 322: Developmental Psychology: Adulthood. The course covers developmental processes from early adulthood through late life, including physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development, major developmental theories, and factors influencing development. Instruction should emphasize critical thinking, scientific inquiry, and real-world application. The department values belonging, student mentoring, a collegial culture, and open and reproducible research. This course will be taught as an in-person day class during Winter Semester 2027.

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 developmental processes from early adulthood through late life grounded in psychological science.
• Ability to cover topics including physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development; major developmental theories; and factors influencing normative and atypical development across adulthood.
• Ability to prepare students to evaluate research literature on adult development and aging.
• Relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of employment.
• All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and beүү to hold a current temple recommend.
• All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards.
• 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.
• Commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the Aims of a BYU Education.
• Commitment to seek and be led by the Holy Ghost in all aspects of university assignments.
• Student-centeredness above all other professional pursuits.
• Commitment to a campus culture of unity, love, and belonging.
• Exemplary conduct that combines spiritual values and personal integrity.
• Public expression that faithfully promotes the mission and doctrines of the Church; is devoid of contradicting or opposing Church doctrines, policies, and general leaders; and refrains from expressions and behaviors that are dishonest, unchaste, profane, or disrespectful of others.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience teaching Developmental Psychology: Adulthood.
• Experience applying or conducting research in Adult Developmental Psychology.
• Experience applying or conducting research in adult development and aging.

Responsibilities

• Teach Psych 322: Developmental Psychology: Adulthood
• Teach developmental processes from early adulthood through late life grounded in psychological science.
• Cover topics including physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development; major developmental theories; and factors influencing normative and atypical development across adulthood.
• Prepare students to evaluate research literature on adult development and aging.
• Emphasize critical thinking, scientific inquiry, and real-world application in instruction.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level