Adjunct Teaching - Psychology - PSYCH 111: Psychological Science (Evening Classes)
About The Position
Brigham Young University is seeking an adjunct instructor to teach PSYCH 111: Psychological Science, with classes held in the evening. The position starts January 4, 2027, and the successful candidate must relocate to and/or reside in Utah for the duration of employment. Instruction should emphasize critical thinking, scientific inquiry, and real-world application. The instructor will teach foundational principles of psychological science, including the history of psychology as a science; research methods and designs; brain anatomy and functioning; biological bases of behavior; cognition, perception, and attention; human development; emotion and personality; psychological disorders; health and positive psychology; social relationships; and social behavior. The department values belonging, student mentoring, collegiality, and open and reproducible research. The instructor will also help students explore how faith and reason can work together in understanding human thoughts, feelings, virtues, and behaviors. Applicants must submit an updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, and a one-page Mission Alignment Statement. The statement should address commitment to BYU’s mission and AIMS of a BYU Education, with instructions tailored to whether the applicant is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. New employees who are members of the Church must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees must abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the university’s academic and religious missions within the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing 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, 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.
- Successful candidate must relocate to and/or reside in Utah for the duration of employment.
- Submit an updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, and one-page Mission Alignment Statement.
- 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.
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.
- Teach foundational principles of psychological science, including research methods, brain function, behavior, cognition, development, emotion, personality, psychological disorders, health and positive psychology, and social behavior.
- Mentor students and foster belonging and a collegial learning culture.
- Help students explore how faith and reason can work together in understanding human thoughts, feelings, virtues, and behaviors.
- Support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
