Salem State University

Adjunct Faculty (DAY), Psychology, AY 2024-2025

Salem State University is seeking adjunct professors with interest and experience teaching developmental or cognitive or social psychology. Teaching assignments will include in-person undergraduate courses in those areas; other subjects will depend upon the expertise of the candidate and needs of the program.

Salem State University values and appreciates diversity in all its forms and endeavors to create a space that reflects the campus community population which it serves. Our students come to Salem State University from 38 states and 48 countries and reflect the demographics of the greater Boston community in which we live. We are passionate about providing an experience for them and our fellow staff and faculty, where everyone can feel supported while they explore, learn, and celebrate their identities, similarities, and differences. We invite you to become a member of our community.

Duties include teaching assigned course(s), being available to meet with students before and/or after class to support their learning, timely completion of assessment and feedback to students on their performance, and consultation as needed with department chair.

This pool is valid for the current academic year and will be closed at the end of spring semester.

Please Edit Qualifications For The Position.

Do not enter more than 5 items under the Required and Preferred Qualications.

Required Qualifications

  • Master's degree
  • Relevant teaching experience


Preferred Qualifications

  • Appropriate terminal degree
  • College-level teaching experience, at both the undergraduate and graduate levels
  • Experience teaching a multicultural population


Working Conditions

This is a hybrid/remote/on site, in person position with on-campus, in-person responsibilities which may require ocasional/frequent/regular work on evenings and weekends.

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email eo-hr@salemstate.edu.

Application Instructions

  • Please apply online and attach curriculum vitae, cover letter and unofficial transcripts for all degrees
  • Adjunct positions are temporary for one semester only, with a possibility for re-hire. All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Adjunct positions are not eligible for H1B Visa sponsorship
  • Pre-Employment Background check will be conducted for all selected applicants
  • Application review will begin immediately and continue until an adequate pool is developed


EEO Statement

Salem State University is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. Persons of color, women and persons with disabilities are strongly urged to apply.
  • Seniority level

    Entry level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Education and Training
  • Industries

    Higher Education

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