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The Department of Psychology in the College of Arts and Sciences of Quinnipiac University invites applications for part-time faculty to teach a range of on-ground courses in Psychology. We are particularly interested in individuals with experience teaching Cognitive, Social, School or Physiological Psychology.

Openings are in day and evening sections teaching some of the following courses: Introduction to Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Child Development, Cognitive Psychology, Physiological Psychology, Social Psychology, School Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Health Psychology, Concepts of Personality.

The breadth of programs offered in the College of Arts and Sciences provides the traditional strengths of a liberal arts education, with a focus on cultivating the intellectual and practical skills that students need for their personal and professional lives. The College of Arts and Sciences offers undergraduate majors in behavioral neuroscience, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, criminal justice, economics, English, game design and development, gerontology, history, independent majors, interdisciplinary studies, law in society, mathematics, philosophy, political science, psychology, sociology, Spanish language and literature, and theater.

In addition, the College of Arts and Sciences offers 31 undergraduate minors (including a minor in Italian), a MS in Molecular and Cell Biology and the additional accelerated undergraduate/graduate programs: 3+1 and 4+1 BS/MS programs in Molecular and Cell Biology, 3+3 BA or BS/JD degree, 3+1 BA in Theater/MBA, and 3+2 BA or BS/MSW. Students can also complete a 5-year BA/BS and MA in Teaching in the following secondary education fields: Biology, English, History, Math and Spanish.

Quinnipiac is a private, coeducational, nonsectarian institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university enrolls 7,000 full-time undergraduate and 3,000 graduate and part-time students in 100 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and College of Arts and Sciences. Quinnipiac consistently ranks among the top regional universities in the North in U.S. News & World Report's America's "Best Colleges" issue. Quinnipiac also is recognized in Princeton Review's "The Best 380 Colleges." Quinnipiac has been named a "Great College to Work For" as determined by a comprehensive industry survey. For more information, please visit www.qu.edu. An education at Quinnipiac embodies the University's commitment to preparing graduates for 21st century careers and citizenship, creating an inclusive, excellence-driven community, nurturing and positively impacting internal, local and global communities and fostering lifelong connections and success. The University believes in educating a diverse student body to become valued and contributing members of their communities through vital and purposeful educational programs. Students engage with real-world issues through practice and considering different perspectives. The University's innovative curriculum further prepares undergraduate and graduate students to understand their roles and responsibilities as members of the Quinnipiac community as well as the larger national and global communities.

• Offer a minimum of one regularly scheduled office hours per week.

• Post assignments and assessments and manage grades through Blackboard.

• A minimum of a Master’s degree in Psychology is required.

• Teaching experience at the university level is preferred.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching.
• Experience in the use of instructional technologies, especially Blackboard
• Commitment to contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

Quinnipiac University is considering only those applicants who have valid authorization to work in the United States. Quinnipiac University does not sponsor employment based visas for this position.

Inquiries should be directed to the Chair of Psychology: Paul.LoCasto@quinnipiac.edu 

TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a cover letter indicating which course(s) they are interested in teaching, along with their time availability for Fall 2023 term, curriculum vitae or resume including details of teaching experience; a statement of teaching philosophy, a summary of teaching effectiveness, and the names and contact information for three references on the application form.

Consideration of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Quinnipiac University has a strong commitment to the principles and practices of diversity and inclusion throughout the University community and welcomes candidates who enhance that diversity.

Quinnipiac University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.